Rollover Crash Closes SH 45 EB Exit in Round Rock

Police shut down A.W. Grimes Boulevard exit and nearby lanes after early morning incident.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 10:53am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a twisted, damaged car part reflecting harsh, direct lighting, conceptually illustrating the aftermath of a serious rollover crash on a major highway.The aftermath of a rollover crash on SH 45 in Round Rock exposes the gritty reality of the incident's impact on the local community.Austin Today

A rollover crash in Round Rock, Texas caused the closure of the eastbound SH 45 exit at A.W. Grimes Boulevard as well as nearby lanes on Sunday morning, according to the Round Rock Police Department. The department posted about the incident on social media, alerting drivers to avoid the area.

Why it matters

Rollover crashes can be serious incidents that require road closures to allow emergency responders to safely clear the scene and investigate the cause. The closure of this busy highway exit and surrounding lanes likely caused significant traffic disruptions for drivers in the Round Rock area on Sunday morning.

The details

According to the police department's social media post, the A.W. Grimes Boulevard exit off eastbound SH 45 was closed, along with all eastbound traffic at Louis Henna Boulevard and Greenlawn Boulevard, due to the rollover crash. The department did not provide any additional details about the incident or if there were any injuries.

  • The crash occurred early Sunday morning around 3:41 a.m.

The players

Round Rock Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to and reported on the rollover crash incident.

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What’s next

The Round Rock Police Department did not indicate when the road closures would be lifted, so drivers should continue to avoid the area until the scene is fully cleared.

The takeaway

This rollover crash highlights the importance of safe driving practices, especially on major highways, to prevent serious incidents that can disrupt traffic and require emergency response. Drivers in the Round Rock area should exercise caution and stay alert when traveling on SH 45.