Following the Eastex and Southwest Freeways from the Grand Parkway in New Caney/Porter to the Grand Parkway in Sugar Land. Along the way are countless flyovers, stunning city views, and more.
What an epic ride! 5&6 level stacks, amazing downtown views, modern HOV and transit lanes with their own exits, I could go on and on! You did a fantastic job of presenting this grand engineering feat. Welcome back!
The spread-out nature of Houston's high rises outside the city center makes driving the elaborate freeways an amazing experience. That tower is the Phoenix Tower in the Greenway Plaza district.
Transformed me from my residence near the Atlantic Ocean into a sprawling Metropolis of scenic beauty in South Texas....all without getting out of bed!!
I'm always astounded at how well done your videos are.. the video quality and the detail you put into the sign overlays, it's always enjoyable watching your content [especially the videos pertaining to Texas freeways ;) ]
Thanks! This was the first time I actually tried to get the signs (with the exception a few bits such as the express exit signs, those I made up) to 100% match the Texas MUTCD. It was irritating at times, and I know I probably had a few mess-ups, but overall I'm glad with how well they turned out.
Wow, a (somewhat) westbound video right when the sun was setting at 07:15 PM!? Risky move, but it totally worked! That surely does not happen often. One of those rare times where we would be thankful for the clouds!
Trust me, I wouldn't have done this route if the sun was out lol. If you think the clouds looked cool on video, their presence and the sky irl was unbelievable. Thanks for watching!
That is an epic ride! There is nothing in Europe that can match the freeway system of Houston. Sure, there are some wide highways and big interchanges here and there, but nothing so big as Houston, with 50 miles of 10 lane freeways and massive 5 level interchanges, not to mention those reversible facilities with separate interchanges.
Houston is, without a doubt, the city with the most consistently logical and impressive freeway system in the country, and perhaps the world. The way the land is developed in Houston allows for the establishment of roadway infrastructure that is clearly something else. With that being said, I'd definitely trade some of that for a more comprehensive intercity rail system, as is common in Western Europe! :)
Amazing Video! It actually hit me that you haven't uploaded a video in 7 months. Music caught me off guard but it works. The Southwest Freeway is my favorite in the Houston area due to the sheer urbanity of it.
Yeah ive been a combination of both busy and lazy (mostly lazy, admittedly) over this time. In terms of sheer impressiveness, pound for pound, the Southwest Freeway takes the cake, but my personal favorite in Houston is probably the North Freeway, north of Beltway 8. Thanks for watching!
You might've noticed the big concentrations of german/asian vehicles on the stretch from the Bellaire Blvd/Fondren Rd Exit to the US 90 exit. It's because that area in SE Houston has a huge Vietnamese/Chinese/Korean population. Basically an ethnic enclave. We have lots of family down there.
I want to move to Houston tx but it flooded really bad in 2016.Is there any good neighborhood which does not flood?or floods less than other????I want to buy a house in Houston tx cause houses are big and beautiful in tx
Wow, they have really developed the Eastex section since I last lived in Houston (moved away in ‘95). Looks much better! The SW freeway still looks every bit as intimidating as it always did, though stunning. I usually viewed it from bumper to bumper logjam conditions on my commute from Montrose to Sugarland. Much more attractive when moving at a steady pace. Driving the full length of the SW freeway is where you really get an idea of just how big Houston is. The only other stretches of freeway in Texas that even come close to providing an equal urban experience is the Central Expressway in North Dallas, and the stretch of West Loop 610 from the SW freeway North to the 290 interchange.
My Grandparents told me before they built the Eastex Freeway in the 50s, it would take over 2 hrs to drive through Houston and it was way way smaller then.
I rarely have a need to drive the I-69/US-59 freeway/highway but it seems to be much more pleasant than the I-45 North Freeway between downtown and FM1960.
Next time you're in California, I'd love if you did a video of CA 91 end to end (from CA 60&I-215 in Riverside all the way to Vermont Ave in South Central Los Angeles west of I-110) and with this song, or one like it
Houston's freeways sure beat those in the DFW area, but we are starting to catch up. We would have gotten even closer to matching Houston if it hadn't been for substandard expansions like the 35Express project on I-35E through Carrollton and Lewisville, and now the Texas Legislature wants to cut back on toll roads. We really need the toll funding to expand our freeways with express lanes, including US-75 Central Expressway, but I don't want to see another substandard project like 35Express (even though that was only the first phase, we'll have to deal with it for some time to come until TxDOT gets the funding for the full build, which will match some of Houston's biggest freeways especially between PGBT and 121). Of course, we have suburban sprawl (and a build-happy TxDOT) to blame for our epic freeway systems here in Texas.
I find DFW's freeways great in pockets but Houston seems to be consistently urban in almost all areas of the metro. For example, I really like the Central Expressway, Stemmons, and Dallas North Tollway but that's about it. I-30/1-20 seems really dull along with I-35E south of downtown Dallas. What actually strikes me as weird is how absolutely shit the beginning of I-45 is. You have the grandeur of the US 75 then it immediately dies off when it turns into I-45. As shown here, the Southwest Freeway, in addition to the Gulf/North Freeway, Katy freeway, Eastex and East freeway to an extent, all seem to be consistently urban. There is consistent development on the edges of these freeways.
Wesley, I would say that the reason I-45 in Dallas is the way it is is largely due to the fact that it straddles the Trinity floodplain, and that the southeastern portion of Dallas doesn't have as much demand for development since it is a largely lower socioeconomic area. That said, I do see the potential for development on I-45 south of I-20 (Wilmer-Hutchins area, along with Ferris) given the quick commute to downtown Dallas and the proximity to the intermodal terminal there. Though for Wilmer-Hutchins you would need better schools before families would be more willing to locate there, as the area gets Dallas ISD schools. And with regard to Stemmons Freeway, I'm not really a fan of that freeway as it is older and substandard in many places. It needs to be reconstructed from 635 to I-30, that's for sure. Even the recently rebuilt section of I-35E north of 635 (35Express) needs to be rebuilt again. US-75 Central Expressway seems the most Houston-like with respect to the development fronting the freeway, though 635 northeast (from US-75 to I-30 east) also feels very Houston-like with respect to its freeway configuration with its HOV lanes and especially the high-mast lighting. Same can be said for I-30 from Dallas to Grand Prairie (less development due to the Trinity floodplain), but it has reversible express lanes, wishbone ramps, and high-mast lighting, much like a Houston freeway... the continuous high-mast lighting actually continues west to Cooper Street in Arlington, and the segment of I-30 through Arlington would definitely feel more like the Katy Freeway if all the pavement were utilized fully, but there will need to be some intervening reconstruction eastwards from 360 to the Dallas County line and westwards from Cooper Street to at least the I-820 east loop in Fort Worth before that can happen.
Yes, I have never understood why more DFW freeways didn’t follow the Central Expressway model. CE is an amazing example of freeway engineering and design. The entire stretch from the high-five to the I-45 interchange goes toe to toe with any of Houston’s best. Probably more funding went to DART instead.
What an epic ride! 5&6 level stacks, amazing downtown views, modern HOV and transit lanes with their own exits, I could go on and on! You did a fantastic job of presenting this grand engineering feat. Welcome back!
Thank you very much for watching!
Nice vefios
That city's got some fancy interchanges and ramps. I really like the look of that glass skyscraper at 5:56
The spread-out nature of Houston's high rises outside the city center makes driving the elaborate freeways an amazing experience. That tower is the Phoenix Tower in the Greenway Plaza district.
Best road vid of 2018 so far I think.
Thank you!
I agree with you.
Transformed me from my residence near the Atlantic Ocean into a sprawling Metropolis of scenic beauty in South Texas....all without getting out of bed!!
Yessir, that's one of the reasons we all enjoy these videos so much! Thank you for watching!
Umm Laredo, Corpus Christi, and McAllen are South Texas. Not Houston, that’s East Texas.
Awesome footage! It's nice to see vids from stack city again!
Nice to see your channel back JD!
I'm always astounded at how well done your videos are.. the video quality and the detail you put into the sign overlays, it's always enjoyable watching your content [especially the videos pertaining to Texas freeways ;) ]
Thanks! This was the first time I actually tried to get the signs (with the exception a few bits such as the express exit signs, those I made up) to 100% match the Texas MUTCD. It was irritating at times, and I know I probably had a few mess-ups, but overall I'm glad with how well they turned out.
Wow, a (somewhat) westbound video right when the sun was setting at 07:15 PM!? Risky move, but it totally worked! That surely does not happen often. One of those rare times where we would be thankful for the clouds!
Trust me, I wouldn't have done this route if the sun was out lol. If you think the clouds looked cool on video, their presence and the sky irl was unbelievable. Thanks for watching!
That is an epic ride! There is nothing in Europe that can match the freeway system of Houston. Sure, there are some wide highways and big interchanges here and there, but nothing so big as Houston, with 50 miles of 10 lane freeways and massive 5 level interchanges, not to mention those reversible facilities with separate interchanges.
Houston is, without a doubt, the city with the most consistently logical and impressive freeway system in the country, and perhaps the world. The way the land is developed in Houston allows for the establishment of roadway infrastructure that is clearly something else. With that being said, I'd definitely trade some of that for a more comprehensive intercity rail system, as is common in Western Europe! :)
European Roads At least you guys have way better public transportation! 😀
Damn, guy just disappeared.
Amazing Video! It actually hit me that you haven't uploaded a video in 7 months. Music caught me off guard but it works. The Southwest Freeway is my favorite in the Houston area due to the sheer urbanity of it.
Yeah ive been a combination of both busy and lazy (mostly lazy, admittedly) over this time. In terms of sheer impressiveness, pound for pound, the Southwest Freeway takes the cake, but my personal favorite in Houston is probably the North Freeway, north of Beltway 8. Thanks for watching!
You might've noticed the big concentrations of german/asian vehicles on the stretch from the Bellaire Blvd/Fondren Rd Exit to the US 90 exit. It's because that area in SE Houston has a huge Vietnamese/Chinese/Korean population. Basically an ethnic enclave. We have lots of family down there.
My favorite is still I-405 in California, with CA 91 as a runner up (underrated imo)
I love you Houston.
I love Houston too.
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I want to move to Houston tx but it flooded really bad in 2016.Is there any good neighborhood which does not flood?or floods less than other????I want to buy a house in Houston tx cause houses are big and beautiful in tx
@@idrismammedov7906 suburbs?
Wow, they have really developed the Eastex section since I last lived in Houston (moved away in ‘95). Looks much better! The SW freeway still looks every bit as intimidating as it always did, though stunning. I usually viewed it from bumper to bumper logjam conditions on my commute from Montrose to Sugarland. Much more attractive when moving at a steady pace. Driving the full length of the SW freeway is where you really get an idea of just how big Houston is. The only other stretches of freeway in Texas that even come close to providing an equal urban experience is the Central Expressway in North Dallas, and the stretch of West Loop 610 from the SW freeway North to the 290 interchange.
Welcome back... Epic!!!
Thank you!
My Grandparents told me before they built the Eastex Freeway in the 50s, it would take over 2 hrs to drive through Houston and it was way way smaller then.
Amazing!
Ty!
You shoulda started in North Cleveland and ended in Rosenberg.
fax
Nice job on the video. I liked the music selection
OMG YOURE BACK
Can I get a hello yes
@InterstateJD Nice job & good music selection!
H-Town's freeways confirm the saying that everything is big in Texas 👌
I rarely have a need to drive the I-69/US-59 freeway/highway but it seems to be much more pleasant than the I-45 North Freeway between downtown and FM1960.
Awesome ! 5*
Merci, glad you enjoyed!
Next time you're in California, I'd love if you did a video of CA 91 end to end (from CA 60&I-215 in Riverside all the way to Vermont Ave in South Central Los Angeles west of I-110) and with this song, or one like it
Nice! You should do small roads. Like for instance, Little York Rd. or perhaps down south the TX 288
Their is another eastex freeway in Beaumont tx too
I don't remember the...
Exit numbers. Was that new to you?
Cool video
Awesome!
FYI: Kingwood is just a neighborhood in Houston. It is not a stand alone city
I used to live in southwest houston on the gulfton side
come back please!
Houston is a race track :)
And we all racing at 20mph 😂
@@chefssaltybawlz All that traffic, you are SO RIGHT
Make a Video Of Sh288 South Freeway
With the exception of the stretch inside the loop, between the I-69 interchange and S. Loop 610, that wouldn’t be much to look at.
Please come back JD
funny number
That The End The Texas Bye Bye
JD Heaven
come back
Great job on your videos, I hope mine look this good someday
thanks
I forget how long this ride is until I gotta go to Bush Airport. Thank goodness for hobby.
Hype!
CAS project let's go
InterstateJD wow this counts?
Idk I hope so lol
I love your content man, keep up the good work
THANKS BROTHER LOVE YOUR CONTENT TOO
I love maps
When was this recorded?
RETURN!!!
#Htownforever
I love it❤
👍👍👍👍👍👍
While passing through Houston on I-69, there's a highway improvement coming to downtown. I still don't know when this project starts.
Masterfully done 👏Thank you making this video
Great video 🤘🏽
Thanks for watching!
Hey JD how is it going? Hope you’ve been doing good!
Houston's freeways sure beat those in the DFW area, but we are starting to catch up. We would have gotten even closer to matching Houston if it hadn't been for substandard expansions like the 35Express project on I-35E through Carrollton and Lewisville, and now the Texas Legislature wants to cut back on toll roads. We really need the toll funding to expand our freeways with express lanes, including US-75 Central Expressway, but I don't want to see another substandard project like 35Express (even though that was only the first phase, we'll have to deal with it for some time to come until TxDOT gets the funding for the full build, which will match some of Houston's biggest freeways especially between PGBT and 121).
Of course, we have suburban sprawl (and a build-happy TxDOT) to blame for our epic freeway systems here in Texas.
I find DFW's freeways great in pockets but Houston seems to be consistently urban in almost all areas of the metro. For example, I really like the Central Expressway, Stemmons, and Dallas North Tollway but that's about it. I-30/1-20 seems really dull along with I-35E south of downtown Dallas. What actually strikes me as weird is how absolutely shit the beginning of I-45 is. You have the grandeur of the US 75 then it immediately dies off when it turns into I-45. As shown here, the Southwest Freeway, in addition to the Gulf/North Freeway, Katy freeway, Eastex and East freeway to an extent, all seem to be consistently urban. There is consistent development on the edges of these freeways.
Wesley,
I would say that the reason I-45 in Dallas is the way it is is largely due to the fact that it straddles the Trinity floodplain, and that the southeastern portion of Dallas doesn't have as much demand for development since it is a largely lower socioeconomic area. That said, I do see the potential for development on I-45 south of I-20 (Wilmer-Hutchins area, along with Ferris) given the quick commute to downtown Dallas and the proximity to the intermodal terminal there. Though for Wilmer-Hutchins you would need better schools before families would be more willing to locate there, as the area gets Dallas ISD schools.
And with regard to Stemmons Freeway, I'm not really a fan of that freeway as it is older and substandard in many places. It needs to be reconstructed from 635 to I-30, that's for sure. Even the recently rebuilt section of I-35E north of 635 (35Express) needs to be rebuilt again. US-75 Central Expressway seems the most Houston-like with respect to the development fronting the freeway, though 635 northeast (from US-75 to I-30 east) also feels very Houston-like with respect to its freeway configuration with its HOV lanes and especially the high-mast lighting. Same can be said for I-30 from Dallas to Grand Prairie (less development due to the Trinity floodplain), but it has reversible express lanes, wishbone ramps, and high-mast lighting, much like a Houston freeway... the continuous high-mast lighting actually continues west to Cooper Street in Arlington, and the segment of I-30 through Arlington would definitely feel more like the Katy Freeway if all the pavement were utilized fully, but there will need to be some intervening reconstruction eastwards from 360 to the Dallas County line and westwards from Cooper Street to at least the I-820 east loop in Fort Worth before that can happen.
Yes, I have never understood why more DFW freeways didn’t follow the Central Expressway model. CE is an amazing example of freeway engineering and design. The entire stretch from the high-five to the I-45 interchange goes toe to toe with any of Houston’s best. Probably more funding went to DART instead.
Cool vid...gota get u Back in dtown tho
Are you doing something right now?
Little york
You should do IH-45 next.
How about that!
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There you go :)
Wesley Tran thx
Love it
terrible music. has nothing to do with Texas
Dumbass.
wat.