Monitor Georgetown SC Traffic in Real-Time
Access 150+ live traffic cameras across Georgetown and the surrounding Lowcountry. Our interactive map provides real-time access to live street feeds and intersection cameras throughout the historic waterfront and downtown Georgetown. Track conditions on US-17, the main coastal corridor between Charleston and Myrtle Beach, monitor bridge crossings over the Sampit River and Winyah Bay, and navigate this historic port town's waterfront routes with real-time camera feeds.
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US-17 Coastal Corridor
60+ Cameras
Primary north-south highway through Georgetown connecting Charleston (60 miles south) to Myrtle Beach (35 miles north). Full interchange and bridge coverage.
US-521 & Downtown Georgetown
40+ Cameras
Main route from I-95 into Georgetown. Covers Front Street, the historic waterfront district, and Sampit River bridge crossings.
Winyah Bay & River Bridges
30+ Cameras
Monitor bridge conditions over the Sampit River, Black River, Pee Dee River, and Waccamaw River approaches to Winyah Bay.
SC-51 & Pawleys Island
20+ Cameras
Beach access routes to Pawleys Island and Litchfield Beach. Critical during summer tourist season and hurricane evacuations.
About Georgetown Traffic
Georgetown sits at one of the most significant river confluences on the East Coast. The Waccamaw, Pee Dee, Black, and Sampit rivers all converge into Winyah Bay before emptying into the Atlantic Ocean. This geography defines the town's road network: bridges are everywhere, and when one closes, detours can add 30 minutes or more to a routine trip.
US-17 is the lifeline. It carries virtually all through-traffic between the Grand Strand and Charleston, running directly through Georgetown as a surface road with traffic signals. According to SCDOT data, US-17 at the Georgetown County line handles over 27,100 vehicles daily, making it a critical regional artery. During summer months and holiday weekends, the corridor between Pawleys Island and Georgetown sees heavy beach traffic that backs up at every signal along the route.
Users can also monitor live street feeds along Front Street and High Street to check for road-level gridlock near the historic district or local riverfront events. The Sampit River Bridge on US-17 is a particular pinch point where any delay ripples through town.
US-521 connects Georgetown to the interior, providing the primary route to I-95 at Kingstree (45 miles northwest). This two-lane highway handles truck traffic from the Georgetown steel mill and industrial operations along the waterfront, mixing with local commuter traffic in ways that create unpredictable slowdowns. Georgetown County residents face an average one-way commute of 24 minutes, though peak summer tourism can significantly extend travel times. South Carolina maintains one of the highest traffic fatality rates in the nation at 1.89 deaths per 100 million vehicle miles traveled, emphasizing the importance of real-time monitoring on high-volume coastal routes.
Georgetown County has a population of roughly 65,000, but summer tourism to Pawleys Island, Litchfield Beach, and Huntington Beach State Park can double traffic volumes on US-17 and beach access roads. According to the Reason Foundation's 2025 report, South Carolina ranks 23rd nationally for traffic congestion, with drivers losing an average of 17 hours annually to delays. Check cameras before heading to the coast on summer weekends.
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See live conditions on US-17, US-521, and Winyah Bay area bridges before you drive.
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US-17: Charleston to Myrtle Beach
US-17 is Georgetown's most important road, carrying coastal traffic through the heart of town. South of Georgetown, US-17 passes through the Francis Marion National Forest on its way to Mount Pleasant and Charleston. North of town, it runs through Pawleys Island and Litchfield before reaching Murrells Inlet and the southern edge of the Grand Strand.
US-17 Through Georgetown
- Sampit River Bridge — Primary river crossing in downtown Georgetown
- US-17/US-521 Junction — Main intersection, frequent congestion point
- Pawleys Island Access — SC-51 intersection, heavy summer beach traffic
- Waccamaw River Bridge — Northern approach to Georgetown from Myrtle Beach
Within Georgetown, US-17 becomes a four-lane divided road with traffic signals at major intersections. The stretch between the Sampit River Bridge and the US-521 junction handles the highest volumes, especially during morning and evening peaks when local commuters mix with through-traffic.
US-521: Georgetown to I-95
US-521 runs northwest from Georgetown through rural Georgetown and Williamsburg counties to reach I-95 near Kingstree. This route carries a significant amount of freight traffic from Georgetown's industrial waterfront, including the steel mill operations that generate heavy truck movements throughout the day.
SC-51 & Beach Access
SC-51 connects US-17 to Pawleys Island, one of the oldest beach resorts on the East Coast. During summer, this narrow two-lane road handles far more traffic than it was designed for, with backups extending onto US-17 during peak beach hours.
Georgetown Driving Tips
- Summer weekends: US-17 through Pawleys Island area congests heavily Saturday mornings (arrivals) and Sunday afternoons (departures)
- Steel mill shifts: US-521 near the waterfront sees truck surges during shift changes
- Shrimp boat traffic: The Sampit River drawbridge on US-17 Business opens for commercial vessel traffic — expect brief delays
- Hurricane season: Georgetown is extremely flood-prone due to its river confluence geography. Evacuate early when storms threaten.
Georgetown's Flood Risk
Georgetown faces serious flood risk from its unique geography. With four rivers converging into Winyah Bay, the town is vulnerable to flooding from multiple directions: river flooding from upstream rainfall, tidal surge from coastal storms, and compound flooding when both occur simultaneously.
Hurricane Florence in 2018 demonstrated this vulnerability when the Waccamaw River crested at record levels, flooding large sections of Georgetown long after the storm had passed. The flood waters came not from direct rainfall but from upstream runoff channeled through the river system into the Georgetown bottleneck.
Georgetown is one of the most flood-prone towns on the South Carolina coast. During heavy rain events or tropical storms, river levels can rise rapidly and roads flood with little warning. US-17 and US-521 bridges may close during high water events. Monitor cameras and SCDOT alerts during any significant weather event.
Build Your Georgetown Route
Create a custom route with cameras along US-17, US-521, or beach access roads. Track conditions on your daily commute or vacation drive.
BUILD YOUR ROUTE →Platform Features
TrafficVision.Live provides free access to 150+ Georgetown-area cameras as part of a global network of 135,000+ live feeds from 600+ sources worldwide.
- Interactive Map: Zoom to specific bridges, intersections, or beach access points
- Grid View: Scan multiple cameras simultaneously for quick traffic assessment
- Route Builder: Create custom routes with camera checkpoints along US-17 or US-521
- Favorites: Save frequently-monitored bridges and intersections
- Mobile Optimized: Check conditions on your phone before heading out
- Search & Filter: Find cameras by route number, bridge name, or location
Related Coverage
- Charleston Traffic Cameras — 295+ cameras, 60 miles south via US-17
- Beaufort County Traffic Cameras — Hilton Head and Lowcountry, 120 miles south
- South Carolina Traffic Cameras — Statewide SCDOT network
How many traffic cameras are in Georgetown SC?
TrafficVision.Live provides access to 150+ cameras covering Georgetown, including US-17, US-521, Winyah Bay area bridges, and beach access routes to Pawleys Island and Litchfield.
Can I check the Sampit River Bridge cameras?
Yes. Cameras monitor the Sampit River Bridge on US-17 and surrounding approaches. This is the primary river crossing through downtown Georgetown and a frequent congestion point.
Is Georgetown traffic worse during summer?
Significantly. Summer tourist traffic to Pawleys Island, Litchfield Beach, and Huntington Beach State Park increases volumes on US-17 and beach access roads dramatically, especially on weekends and holidays.
Are Georgetown traffic cameras free?
Yes, all cameras on TrafficVision.Live are completely free. These are publicly maintained SCDOT cameras accessible through 511 South Carolina and our platform. No registration or fees required.
Does Georgetown flood during storms?
Georgetown is extremely flood-prone due to its location at the confluence of four rivers flowing into Winyah Bay. River flooding, tidal surge, and compound flooding can close major roads including US-17 and US-521 bridges. Always check cameras and SCDOT alerts during weather events.
Where can I find Georgetown street feeds?
You can find live Georgetown street feeds and intersection cameras by using our interactive map, which aggregates SCDOT data for major surface routes like Front Street and Fraser Street.
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