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About Allentown Traffic Cameras

The Lehigh Valley, anchored by Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton, has grown into Pennsylvania's third-largest metro area with over 850,000 residents. What was once a steel and manufacturing region has transformed into a major logistics and distribution hub, drawing warehousing operations from companies that need proximity to both the New York City and Philadelphia markets. That growth has put increasing pressure on a highway network originally designed for a smaller, industrial-era population.

I-78 serves as the primary east-west artery through the Lehigh Valley, carrying both local commuters and long-distance traffic between Harrisburg and the New Jersey Turnpike. The busiest section of I-78 and US-22 through the Lehigh Valley carries an average of 126,705 vehicles per day, reflecting a 54.5% increase in traffic volume over the past decade according to PennDOT data. Through Allentown, I-78 handles heavy truck volumes as tractor-trailers move between the Lehigh Valley's warehouse districts and the Port Newark container terminal. Allentown residents experience an average commute time of approximately 23.6 to 28 minutes, according to U.S. Census Bureau 5-year estimates.

The I-78/PA-309 interchange and the I-78/PA Turnpike (I-476) interchange are the most congestion-prone segments, particularly during the 7:00-9:00 AM and 4:00-6:30 PM rush periods.

US-22 (Lehigh Valley Thruway) runs parallel to I-78 and absorbs overflow traffic when incidents or congestion affect the interstate. Through central Allentown, US-22 merges with I-78 before separating again near Bethlehem. The stretch between the PA-309 interchange and the Bethlehem split carries some of the highest traffic volumes in the region, and incidents here frequently cascade onto surface streets like Tilghman Street and Hamilton Boulevard. Residents can also monitor live street feeds along Hamilton Boulevard and Tilghman Street to check for road-level gridlock near the PPL Center or local shopping districts.

The PA Turnpike Northeast Extension (I-476/PA-476) provides the primary north-south highway connection, linking the Lehigh Valley to the Philadelphia suburbs to the south and the Pocono Mountains to the north. The Lehigh Valley interchange (Exit 56) at I-78 is one of the busiest interchanges in the PA Turnpike system, processing commuters, truckers, and seasonal Poconos traffic. Weekend travel to and from the Poconos creates predictable Friday evening and Sunday afternoon surges at this interchange.

Key Routes and Congestion Points

PA-309 runs north-south through the center of Allentown, connecting the Quakertown area to the south with the Poconos to the north. Through Allentown proper, PA-309 (known locally as Coopersburg Road in the south and North 9th Street through the city) carries heavy commuter traffic and provides access to numerous commercial developments along its length. The PA-309/I-78 interchange is a primary bottleneck during peak hours.

PA-145 provides an additional north-south route west of PA-309, connecting Trexlertown and Whitehall Township to points north. The MacArthur Road commercial corridor along PA-145 generates significant turning movements and congestion, particularly around the Whitehall Mall area and the Lehigh Valley Mall.

The Lehigh River crossings between Allentown and Bethlehem are critical chokepoints. The Hill-to-Hill Bridge (US-22) and the Fahy Bridge (PA-378) handle the bulk of cross-river traffic, and incidents on either bridge force detours onto already-congested surface streets. The Tilghman Street Bridge provides an additional crossing but has limited capacity.

Warehouse District and Freight Traffic

The Lehigh Valley has become one of the largest warehouse and distribution markets on the East Coast. Major fulfillment centers for Amazon, FedEx, UPS, and numerous other logistics companies have located in the region, drawn by the central location between New York and Philadelphia plus relatively affordable land. These operations generate substantial truck traffic, particularly on I-78 and the local roads connecting to warehouse parks in Upper Macungie Township, the Route 100 corridor, and along Schoenersville Road near Bethlehem.

Shift changes at the larger distribution centers create localized traffic surges that coincide with standard commute times. The morning shift change (typically 6:00-7:00 AM) adds truck and employee vehicle traffic to highways before the general commute peaks, while the afternoon shift change (2:00-3:00 PM) begins loading the roads before the traditional evening rush.

Weather and Seasonal Impacts

The Lehigh Valley experiences all four seasons with significant weather impacts on traffic. Winter brings regular snowfall averaging 30+ inches annually, with nor'easters capable of dropping a foot or more in a single storm. The hilly terrain throughout the region, particularly on PA-309 north of Allentown and along the PA Turnpike Northeast Extension, creates hazardous driving conditions during and after winter storms. PennDOT maintains an extensive plowing and salting operation, but the combination of hills and bridges means icy conditions persist longer than on flat terrain.

Summer thunderstorms can produce flash flooding, particularly in low-lying areas near the Lehigh River and Jordan Creek. The PA Turnpike Northeast Extension through the Blue Mountain ridge occasionally sees reduced visibility from fog, especially during fall mornings.

About the Platform

TrafficVision.Live provides free access to 400+ live traffic cameras throughout Allentown and the Lehigh Valley. Our platform aggregates feeds from PennDOT 511, local traffic management systems, and regional transportation agencies, giving you comprehensive coverage of conditions across the metro area. These cameras are part of the world's largest traffic camera directory with 135,000+ live feeds from 600+ sources worldwide.

Whether you're planning your commute, checking current road conditions, or monitoring specific areas for congestion, our Allentown traffic camera network provides real-time visibility into the region's transportation infrastructure. View live feeds from major routes including I-78, US-22, PA-476, PA-309, PA-145, and local arterials.

Our interactive map interface lets you quickly locate cameras near your route, while the grid view provides an organized way to browse all available feeds. Build custom routes to see all cameras along your commute, save favorites for instant access, and monitor multiple areas simultaneously to make informed travel decisions.

All Allentown traffic cameras are available 24/7 at no cost. Our platform is optimized for both desktop and mobile devices, ensuring you can check traffic conditions wherever you are.