Colorado's Second Largest City at 6,000 Feet
Colorado Springs sits at 6,035 feet elevation with 210+ live traffic cameras monitoring I-25, Powers Boulevard, US-24, and downtown corridors. Our interactive map provides real-time access to live street feeds and intersection cameras throughout downtown Colorado Springs and the Briargate district. Free access to CDOT and 511 feeds covering 480,000+ residents and major tourist routes to Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods.
VIEW CAMERAS →TrafficVision.Live provides real-time access to 210+ Colorado Springs traffic cameras from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and 511CO. Our platform aggregates over 130,000 cameras from 600+ sources worldwide, giving you instant visibility into Colorado Springs traffic conditions 24/7. According to CDOT data, high-volume segments like I-25 at South Academy Boulevard handle over 65,000 vehicles daily, making real-time monitoring critical for avoiding congestion.
Camera Coverage Areas
I-25 Corridor
85+ cameras
Main north-south artery from Monument Hill to Fort Carson, including all interchanges with Powers, Academy, Circle, and Fillmore exits.
Powers Boulevard
55+ cameras
Eastern bypass route from Marksheffel north to Constitution, serving massive residential growth areas and Peterson Space Force Base.
US-24 West
40+ cameras
Mountain gateway to Pikes Peak Highway, Manitou Springs, Woodland Park, and west slope access via Ute Pass.
Academy & Downtown
30+ cameras
Academy Boulevard commercial spine, downtown core, USAFA north entrance, and Nevada/Tejon corridors. Users can also monitor live street feeds along Nevada Avenue and Tejon Street to check for road-level gridlock near the city center or local campus events.
Major Route Details
I-25: Denver to Pueblo Corridor
Direction: North-South
Length: ~40 miles through metro area
Cameras: 85+ live feeds
Key Segments:
- Monument Hill to Gleneagle (high elevation, winter closures)
- Interquest/Briargate (north suburbs)
- Academy/USAFA Exit 150 (Air Force Academy access)
- Downtown core (exits 138-143)
- Cimarron/Fountain (Fort Carson gates, high military traffic)
Critical Points: Monument Hill (MP 161, 7,352 ft) is the weather chokepoint between Colorado Springs and Denver. Black ice and whiteout conditions close the road regularly in winter.
Powers Boulevard: Eastern Bypass
Direction: North-South
Length: ~25 miles
Cameras: 55+ live feeds
Key Segments:
- Marksheffel Road to Constitution (east side growth)
- Research Parkway to Briargate (tech corridor)
- Dublin/Stetson Hills (newest developments)
- Peterson Space Force Base gates (shift change traffic)
Growth Corridor: Powers Boulevard has transformed from rural road to major arterial over 20 years, serving 100,000+ residents in east Colorado Springs.
Military Installation Traffic Patterns
Colorado Springs hosts 5 major military installations with combined personnel of 70,000+:
- Fort Carson (25,000+ soldiers) — southern I-25 gates
- Peterson Space Force Base (6,000+) — Powers/Peterson gates
- Schriever Space Force Base (5,000+) — east of city
- Cheyenne Mountain Complex (1,000+) — west entrance
- USAFA (4,000 cadets) — I-25 Exit 150
Shift changes at 0600-0800 and 1500-1700 create predictable congestion spikes at all gate roads: Gate 1/2 at Fort Carson, Peterson Road, Academy Drive.
Why Colorado Springs Traffic Cameras Matter
High elevation weather: At 6,000+ feet, Colorado Springs experiences rapid weather changes. Snow, ice, and fog can appear within minutes. Monument Hill north of the city sits at 7,352 feet—often 10-15°F colder than downtown with black ice forming while valley roads are clear.
Tourist traffic variability: Pikes Peak (14,115 ft) attracts 500,000+ visitors annually via US-24 west. Garden of the Gods sees 2 million. Summer weekends create massive westbound backups on US-24 from Manitou Springs to Woodland Park.
Military commute patterns: Unlike typical rush hours, military shift changes create sudden traffic surges rather than gradual buildup. Gate 1 at Fort Carson can go from clear to 30-minute backup in 15 minutes.
Urban sprawl: Colorado Springs grew 17% from 2010-2020, mostly east toward Powers Boulevard. Commute times increased 25% as residential areas outpaced infrastructure. The average one-way commute in Colorado Springs is approximately 21.8 minutes, significantly shorter than the U.S. national average of 26.4 minutes according to Census Bureau data.
Traffic congestion: According to TomTom 2025 data, Colorado Springs maintains an average congestion level of 26.5%, ranking it among the more accessible mid-sized cities in the United States for navigation and travel efficiency.
Safety patterns: The city records an average of approximately 11,000 traffic crashes annually, with a record 51 fatal incidents reported in 2020 according to Colorado Springs government statistics. Monitoring live camera feeds is essential for avoiding accident-related delays and secondary collisions.
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View all 210+ Colorado Springs cameras live. See I-25 Monument Hill, Powers Boulevard, and US-24 mountain routes in real-time before you drive.
View Live Cameras →Winter Driving Conditions
Monument Hill & Elevation Hazards
Monument Hill (I-25 mile marker 161, elevation 7,352 ft) is Colorado's most notorious winter closure point between Colorado Springs and Denver:
- Black ice forms 3-4 hours earlier than Denver (65 miles north) or Colorado Springs (15 miles south)
- CDOT closes I-25 during whiteouts—no warning, no detour
- Temperature inversions create invisible ice patches while valley is dry
- Wind gusts 60+ mph create ground blizzards even without snowfall
Check cameras at Monument, Greenland, Castle Rock, and Larkspur before northbound trips. If you see white pavement or slow traffic, turn around.
Other elevation risks: Palmer Divide (6,500-7,000 ft), Briargate (6,800 ft), Black Forest (7,200 ft) all freeze earlier than downtown.
CDOT Resources
Colorado Department of Transportation provides:
- COTrip.org — official road conditions, closures, travel times
- 511CO — call 511 or text for alerts
- Plow tracker — real-time snowplow locations
- Traction law alerts — when chains/4WD required
Traction Law: When active, passenger vehicles must have 4WD/AWD + snow tires OR 2WD + chains. Fines up to $650 + court costs for violations.
How to Use Colorado Springs Traffic Cameras
- Browse the map: Click any camera icon to see live footage
- Search by location: "Powers and Research", "I-25 Monument Hill", "USAFA Exit"
- Filter by route: I-25, Powers Boulevard, US-24, Academy Boulevard
- Save favorites: Create account to bookmark your daily commute cameras
- Plan routes: Use camera data to avoid incidents before navigation apps reroute
Pro tip: Check 3-5 cameras along your route, not just near incidents. Colorado Springs traffic can shift 5 miles in 10 minutes due to elevation/weather.
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- Colorado Traffic Cameras — 900+ cameras statewide, all CDOT districts
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- Auto-refresh images — Updates every 10-30 seconds from CDOT
- No registration required — Browse all 210+ cameras instantly
- Mobile optimized — Full access on phones/tablets
- Historical incidents — Learn patterns from past closures
- Weather integration — Temperature, visibility overlays
- Route builder — Save custom multi-camera routes for daily commutes
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Explore TrafficVision →Frequently Asked Questions
How often do Colorado Springs traffic cameras update?
CDOT cameras refresh every 10-30 seconds depending on location. High-priority corridors like I-25 Monument Hill and Powers Boulevard update fastest. Our platform automatically pulls the latest image available.
Are there cameras on Pikes Peak Highway?
No. Pikes Peak Highway (west of Cascade) has no CDOT cameras. Coverage ends at US-24/Ute Pass near Manitou Springs. For Pikes Peak conditions, check the official PikesPeakColorado.com website for gate status and weather.
Why is Monument Hill always worse than Colorado Springs?
Elevation and wind. Monument Hill sits 1,300 feet higher than downtown Colorado Springs (7,352 ft vs 6,035 ft). It's exposed to jet stream winds (60+ mph gusts) and forms black ice 3-4 hours earlier due to rapid nighttime cooling. Temperature inversions trap cold air on the hill while valleys stay warm.
Do military bases affect traffic patterns?
Yes, significantly. Fort Carson (25,000+ personnel), Peterson SFB, and USAFA create shift change surges at 0600-0800 and 1500-1700. Gate roads like Barkeley Avenue, Peterson Road, and Academy Drive see sudden spikes unlike gradual civilian rush hours. Check cameras before military shift times.
Can I check cameras before driving to Denver?
Absolutely—do this every winter trip. Check cameras at Monument (MP 161), Greenland (MP 167), Castle Rock (MP 181), and Lone Tree (MP 195). If Monument shows white pavement or stopped traffic, expect closures. No alternate route exists—you must wait or turn back.
Where can I find Colorado Springs street feeds?
You can find live Colorado Springs street feeds and intersection cameras by using our interactive map, which aggregates CDOT and city data for major surface routes like Academy Boulevard and Woodmen Road.
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