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I'm not saying everything is bigger in Texas, but the Katy Freeway (I-10 West) in Houston is pretty dang big. Up to 26 lanes if you count the frontage/feeders at it's widest points. If driving on this freeway during rush hour(s) doesn't put the fear of God in you, then nothing probably will. If you are driving on the inside lane and want to take an upcoming exit, you almost need to make a reservation.
I've actually seen this freeway stopped (dead slow) in both directions at times.
I used to drive this highway alot...now not so much. I take 290 b/c the road construction on 1-10 West was worse than the construction on 290. I usually just put it in Google Maps and see which way is the quickest to the farm. 290 is "usually" quicker but often only by a minute or two. It's a more pleasant drive so I almost always take it now, regardless. That said, both 290 and I-10 tout the mega gas/electric charge convenience store, Buccee's. If you've never been to a Buccee's then you need to stop in one the next time you're in Texas...cleanest bathrooms ever. Good bbq too and if you're a jerky lover, they have a case of row after row of ALL manor of jerky. Alligator anyone?
When you take away the feeder roads of 1-10, it brings it down to just 13 lanes so, while still a lot to contend with, a bit more manageable. Still, the comment about Houston drivers not leaving room between cars is pretty spot on. I listen to a book and try to just drive friendly and defensively...and breathe a sigh of relief once I hit rural Texas.