Crash on Loop 375 in the Lower Valley cleared

Update: The crash has been cleared and the traffic backup resolved.

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- A crash on Loop 375 near the Balsam exit is blocking traffic and causing a backup along the highway, all the way into Downtown El Paso.

The Texas Department of Transportation alert page shows the crash is blocking a shoulder and two lanes of the highway. Two other lanes, as well as the exit ramp, remain open.

The crash happened at 4:55 PM today, according to the alert page. The clearing time is unknown.

Use an alternative route if you normally use this part of Loop 375 to get home. Use the ABC-7 Traffic Tracker to get home.

ABC-7 is working to learn more about what led up to the crash and when it will be cleared.