Crash at Busy Fargo Intersection Slows Traffic

Northbound lanes on 45th Street reduced as authorities investigate incident near Walmart.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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A crash occurred at the intersection of 45th Street and 11th Avenue South in Fargo, North Dakota, causing the northbound traffic signal to stop working properly. Authorities report that northbound 45th Street is down to a single lane and will remain so for an extended period as they investigate the incident.

Why it matters

This is a major intersection in Fargo near a busy Walmart store, so the lane closures and signal outage are likely to cause significant traffic delays and congestion in the area until the situation is resolved.

The details

According to police, a crash happened at the 45th Street and 11th Avenue South intersection, leading to the northbound traffic signal malfunctioning. As a result, northbound 45th Street has been reduced to a single lane, and authorities expect this lane closure to remain in effect for an extended period while they investigate the incident.

  • The crash occurred on March 3, 2026.

The players

Fargo Police Department

The local law enforcement agency responding to and investigating the crash incident.

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What’s next

Authorities have not provided a timeline for when the northbound lanes on 45th Street will be fully reopened and the traffic signal restored to normal operation.

The takeaway

This crash highlights the importance of safe driving and proper traffic signal maintenance at busy intersections, as even a single incident can lead to significant traffic disruptions in the area.