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About Arlington Traffic

Arlington County packs enormous traffic complexity into just 26 square miles. Directly across the Potomac River from Washington DC, Arlington residents experience an average commute time of 26.2 minutes, which remains one of the shortest in the DC metro region.

Arlington serves as both a major employment center — home to the Pentagon, Amazon HQ2, and thousands of federal and private offices — and a critical transit corridor for the hundreds of thousands of commuters who pass through daily between Virginia's outer suburbs and the District.

Commuters can also monitor live street feeds along Wilson Boulevard and Columbia Pike to navigate around neighborhood gridlock or local construction zones.

The county sits at the convergence of I-66, I-395, US-50, and the George Washington Memorial Parkway, creating a freeway network that routinely ranks among the most congested in the United States. Arlington's dense urban corridors — Rosslyn, Ballston, Clarendon, Crystal City, and Pentagon City — generate their own traffic while simultaneously funneling suburban commuters toward DC river crossings.

Major Freeways

I-66 (Inside the Beltway)

I-66 inside the Capital Beltway is one of the most heavily managed freeways in the country. During peak hours, it operates as HOV-2+ only eastbound in the morning and westbound in the evening, with dynamic tolling for solo drivers through the I-66 Inside the Beltway Express Lanes program. Toll prices fluctuate based on real-time demand and can exceed $40 during the worst congestion.

The Rosslyn tunnel at I-66's eastern terminus creates a persistent bottleneck where the freeway meets the Theodore Roosevelt Bridge crossing into DC. The interchange with I-395 south of the Pentagon adds complexity as traffic merges from multiple directions. Between Ballston and East Falls Church, the freeway runs parallel to the Metro Orange and Silver lines — providing a direct comparison of commute modes during rush hour.

I-395 / Shirley Highway

I-395 cuts through Arlington's eastern edge, connecting the Pentagon and Crystal City to Springfield and points south. The reversible HOV lanes (the "Shirley Highway" HOV) were among the first in the nation and carry express bus service alongside HOV-3+ traffic. The 395 Express Lanes (managed by Transurban) offer tolled access for HOV-2 and solo drivers.

The Pentagon interchange — where I-395, VA-110, and the Pentagon access roads converge — is one of the most complex interchanges in Virginia. Morning congestion northbound toward DC and evening congestion southbound toward Springfield are severe and predictable.

George Washington Memorial Parkway

The GW Parkway runs along the Potomac River from the Capital Beltway through Arlington to the 14th Street Bridge complex. While scenic, the two-lane parkway carries far more traffic than it was designed for, particularly during rush hour and on weekends. The stretch near Reagan National Airport is especially congested as travelers access the airport terminals from the parkway exits.

National Park Service maintains the parkway, and its narrow shoulders and limited access points mean any incident causes significant backup. The Spout Run Parkway interchange near Rosslyn and the merge points near the airport are chronic trouble spots.

Key Corridors and Neighborhoods

Rosslyn

Rosslyn sits at the western end of the Key Bridge and Theodore Roosevelt Bridge crossings into DC, making it the primary entry point for Virginia commuters heading into Georgetown and downtown Washington. The convergence of I-66, US-50, the GW Parkway, and local streets in Rosslyn creates gridlock during peak hours. The elevated freeway ramps and tunnels connecting these routes are confusing even for regular drivers and frequently back up onto surface streets.

Crystal City and National Landing

Crystal City — now rebranded as part of "National Landing" — hosts Amazon's HQ2 campus, bringing an estimated 25,000 additional workers to an area already dense with government contractors and federal offices. The Crystal City underground connects to Reagan National Airport via walkways and Metro, but vehicle traffic on Crystal Drive, US-1 (Jefferson Davis Highway), and the I-395 access roads bears the brunt of commuter volumes. Construction related to Amazon's ongoing expansion and the planned Virginia Tech Innovation Campus adds further congestion.

Reagan National Airport (DCA)

Reagan National Airport sits entirely within Arlington County, handling over 25 million passengers annually. The airport's location along the Potomac River means access runs primarily through the GW Parkway and I-395 via the airport connector roads. The terminal access road frequently backs up during peak travel periods, particularly Thursday and Friday afternoons and Sunday evenings.

The Pentagon

The Pentagon — the world's largest office building — employs approximately 26,000 workers and generates massive commuter flows. The Pentagon's dedicated highway ramps from I-395 and VA-110 create complex merging patterns during shift changes. Pentagon commuter lots fill by 7:00 AM on weekdays, and the surrounding road network processes a concentrated surge between 6:00-8:00 AM and 4:00-6:00 PM.

The Pentagon also hosts major events and ceremonies that can close surrounding roads with little advance notice, making real-time camera access particularly valuable for commuters in the area.

Rush Hour Patterns

Arlington's rush hours are shaped by the federal government's various work schedules and the county's role as a pass-through for outer suburbs:

• Morning rush (6:30-9:30 AM): I-66 eastbound, I-395 northbound, GW Parkway northbound toward DC. Key Bridge and 14th Street Bridge approaches gridlock.
• Midday (10:00 AM-3:00 PM): Lightest traffic. Best window for non-commute trips.
• Evening rush (3:30-7:00 PM): I-66 westbound, I-395 southbound. The early 3:30 start reflects federal flex schedules. Peak intensity from 4:30-6:30 PM.
• Weekend: GW Parkway sees heavy recreational traffic. Crystal City and Rosslyn are lighter than weekdays.

Weather Impacts

Arlington's Mid-Atlantic climate brings ice storms, occasional snow, and heavy summer thunderstorms that can flood low-lying areas near the Potomac. The GW Parkway is particularly susceptible to flooding near Roaches Run and Four Mile Run during heavy rain events. Winter ice on bridge decks — Key Bridge, Roosevelt Bridge, 14th Street Bridge, and the Arlington Memorial Bridge — creates hazardous conditions before road surfaces freeze.

Even modest snowfall (1-2 inches) can gridlock Arlington's hilly streets and freeway ramps. The federal government's liberal leave or early dismissal policies during winter weather events create sudden, concentrated traffic surges as hundreds of thousands of workers leave simultaneously.

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TrafficVision.Live provides free access to 500+ live traffic cameras throughout Arlington and Northern Virginia. Our platform aggregates feeds from VDOT 511 systems, DDOT cameras, and regional transportation cameras, giving you comprehensive coverage of traffic conditions across the 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 commuting through Arlington, heading to Reagan National Airport, or navigating around Pentagon traffic, our camera network provides real-time visibility into the region's transportation infrastructure. View live feeds from I-66, I-395, GW Parkway, US-50, US-1, and all major county 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.

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