I-10 Traffic Cameras: Complete Interstate 10 Guide - Coast to Coast

I-10 Traffic Cameras: Southern Transcontinental Guide

Monitor every mile of Interstate 10 from the Pacific to the Atlantic. Real-time traffic camera access across 2,460 miles and 8 states — from the Santa Monica Freeway to Jacksonville's I-95 interchange.

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Route: Interstate 10 | Length: 2,460 miles | States: 8 (California to Florida) | Cameras: 135,000+ on TrafficVision.Live | Sources: 600+ official DOT feeds

Interstate 10 is America's southernmost cross-country interstate, stretching 2,460 miles from Santa Monica, California to Jacksonville, Florida. Beginning at the Pacific Ocean where the famous Santa Monica Freeway meets the coast, I-10 traverses deserts, mountains, swamplands, and Gulf Coast beaches. According to USDOT data, urban segments of I-10 carry some of the highest traffic volumes in the world, with the Los Angeles metro area recording an Average Annual Daily Traffic (AADT) of over 337,000 vehicles. This guide covers traffic camera access, critical segments, and real-time monitoring strategies for the entire southern corridor. Every camera is plotted on an interactive map — zoom, search, and click to view any location instantly.

I-10 Route Overview

I-10 connects eight states across the Sun Belt: California, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida. The route serves as a critical commercial artery linking West Coast ports with Texas oil refineries, Louisiana petrochemical plants, and Florida distribution centers.

According to the FHWA, real-time traffic monitoring helps drivers make safer, more informed decisions. Research indicates that real-time traveler information systems, including live traffic camera feeds, can reduce secondary incident rates by up to 30% by enabling faster detection and response.

I-10 Key Facts

Total Length: 2,460 miles — fourth-longest interstate
Western Terminus: Santa Monica, CA (Lincoln Blvd at Pacific Coast Highway)
Busiest Urban Segment: I-10 in Los Angeles (337,000 daily vehicles)
Highest Point: 5,276 feet in Arizona's Texas Canyon
Major Feature: Katy Freeway in Houston — 26 lanes wide, the world's widest

Major Cities Along I-10

Los Angeles, CA

300,000+ daily vehicles

I-10 begins as the Santa Monica Freeway through LA's urban core. Dense camera coverage monitors the East LA Interchange (I-5/I-10/US-101 junction) — one of the world's busiest interchanges.

Phoenix, AZ

Stack Interchange

The "Stack" interchange (I-10/I-17) handles massive commuter traffic. The Papago Freeway tunnel runs beneath downtown, with cameras monitoring both portals.

Tucson, AZ

Broadway Curve

I-10 bisects the city, with the "Broadway Curve" notorious for congestion as traffic merges from I-19 heading north from the Mexican border.

El Paso, TX

Border Crossing

The route passes through Franklin Mountains. Border crossing traffic from Juarez, Mexico adds significant volume to the corridor.

San Antonio, TX

I-35 Junction

I-10 loops around downtown, intersecting I-35 and I-37. The interchange with Loop 1604 marks the northern extent of metro traffic.

Houston, TX

26 Lanes Wide

Home to the Katy Freeway — the widest highway on Earth. Cameras densely cover the I-610 Loop, Beltway 8, and the downtown interchange spaghetti bowl.

New Orleans, LA

Lake Pontchartrain

The elevated section over Lake Pontchartrain approaches and the Crescent City Connection bridge are critical chokepoints. Superdome area cameras monitor event traffic.

Jacksonville, FL

I-95 Terminus

I-10's eastern terminus connects to I-95, I-295, and US-1, completing the coast-to-coast journey.

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State-by-State I-10 Guide

California (243 miles)

Beginning at the Pacific Ocean, I-10 immediately encounters LA's notorious congestion. The Santa Monica Freeway section carries 337,000+ vehicles daily. According to the 2024 INRIX Global Traffic Scorecard, Los Angeles drivers lost an average of 88 hours to congestion, with an estimated cost of $1,575 per driver. East of LA, the route descends into the Coachella Valley past Palm Springs, where summer temperatures exceed 115 degrees F. Desert heat causes pavement expansion and tire blowouts — cameras help monitor for stranded vehicles and debris.

Santa Monica Freeway: Mile 0 through downtown LA, heavy camera coverage
East LA Interchange: I-5/I-10/US-101/SR-60 junction — monitor before traversing
Coachella Valley: Palm Springs to Blythe, desert heat advisory zone
Blythe: California/Arizona border crossing, inspection station

Arizona (392 miles)

Arizona's I-10 features dramatic elevation changes — from 400 feet near the California border to over 5,200 feet in Texas Canyon. The Phoenix metropolitan segment includes the "Stack" interchange where I-10 meets I-17. Between Phoenix and Tucson, watch for dust storms (haboobs) that reduce visibility to near-zero.

Phoenix Stack: I-10/I-17 interchange, Arizona's busiest junction
Papago Tunnel: Downtown Phoenix underground section
Tucson Broadway Curve: I-10/I-19 merge, Mexican border traffic influx
Texas Canyon: Dramatic rock formations, 1,000+ foot elevation changes

New Mexico (164 miles)

New Mexico's shortest interstate segment crosses the state's southern "Bootheel" region. Las Cruces is the only major city. The stretch between Lordsburg and Deming is prone to severe dust storms — cameras provide critical visibility assessment before entering these zones.

Las Cruces: University town, I-25 interchange for northbound traffic to Albuquerque
Deming: Gateway to Mexico via Columbus border crossing
Lordsburg: Remote segment prone to high winds and dust

Texas (881 miles)

Texas contains the longest I-10 segment — 881 miles from El Paso to Orange. The stretch between El Paso and Van Horn (119 miles) is one of America's longest without services — no gas stations, restaurants, or rest areas. West Texas speed limits reach 85 mph. In Houston, the Katy Freeway expands to 26 lanes, carrying over 313,000 vehicles daily (USDOT). The 2025 INRIX Global Traffic Scorecard ranked Houston as the 8th most congested city in the U.S., with drivers spending an average of 70 hours in traffic annually.

El Paso: Mountain passes, border crossing traffic from Juarez
Van Horn Stretch: 119 miles with no services — verify fuel and conditions beforehand
San Antonio: I-35 and I-37 interchanges, Alamo City traffic patterns
Houston Katy Freeway: World's widest at 26 lanes, 500+ cameras covering metro area
Beaumont: Oil refinery traffic, Louisiana border

Louisiana (274 miles)

Louisiana's I-10 features the engineering marvel of the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge — an 18-mile elevated highway crossing America's largest swamp. Camera monitoring is essential for fog conditions common over the basin. New Orleans traffic peaks during Saints games and Mardi Gras, when contraflow operations may be activated.

Atchafalaya Basin Bridge: 18 miles over swamp, fog-prone, no stopping allowed
Baton Rouge: Mississippi River bridge, state capital congestion
New Orleans: Lake Pontchartrain approaches, Superdome event traffic
Slidell: Twin Span bridges to Gulf Coast

Mississippi (77 miles)

The shortest I-10 segment hugs the Gulf Coast through Biloxi's casino district. Hurricane evacuation routes converge here — cameras help monitor evacuation traffic during tropical weather events.

Biloxi: Casino traffic, Gulf Coast beaches
Gulfport: Port traffic, cruise ship terminals

Alabama (66 miles)

Alabama's brief I-10 segment crosses Mobile Bay via the Wallace Tunnel — a critical chokepoint prone to congestion. The Jubilee Parkway bridge offers stunning bay views but requires monitoring for fog and storm conditions.

Mobile: Wallace Tunnel, bay bridge, cruise port traffic
Spanish Fort: Eastern bay shore, retail traffic

Florida (363 miles)

Florida's Panhandle segment connects Pensacola to Jacksonville through pine forests and small towns. The route terminates at the massive I-10/I-95 interchange in Jacksonville, where northbound and southbound Atlantic coast traffic converges with cross-country travelers.

Pensacola: Naval Air Station traffic, beach traffic
Tallahassee: State capital, Florida State University traffic
DeFuniak Springs: Walton County crossroads, I-10 at US-331
Lake City: I-75 interchange, north Florida crossroads
Jacksonville: I-95 terminus, end of coast-to-coast journey

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Critical I-10 Features

Hurricane Evacuation Route: I-10 serves as a primary evacuation corridor for Gulf Coast hurricanes. During storm events, contraflow operations may activate, opening all lanes for outbound traffic. Check cameras for evacuation traffic status and lane configurations before traveling during hurricane season (June-November).

Border and Commercial Traffic

El Paso/Juarez: Major U.S.-Mexico border crossing adds significant truck and commuter traffic
Port Traffic: LA, Houston, New Orleans, and Mobile ports generate heavy commercial vehicle traffic
NAFTA Corridor: I-10 is a primary route for U.S.-Mexico trade, with dense truck traffic especially between El Paso and San Antonio

Peak Traffic Times by City

City	Morning Rush	Evening Rush
Los Angeles	6:00-10:00 AM	3:00-8:00 PM
Phoenix	7:00-9:00 AM	4:00-6:00 PM
Houston	6:00-9:00 AM	4:00-7:00 PM
New Orleans	7:00-9:00 AM	4:00-6:30 PM
San Antonio	7:00-9:00 AM	4:30-6:30 PM
Weekend Travel	Fri 2:00-8:00 PM outbound	Sun 3:00-9:00 PM return

Using TrafficVision.Live for I-10

TrafficVision.Live aggregates traffic cameras from all eight I-10 states into a single interface. Search "I-10" to filter cameras along the route, or combine with city names (e.g., "I-10 Houston") for metropolitan-specific views. With 135,000+ cameras from 600+ official sources across 130+ countries, TrafficVision.Live is the most comprehensive traffic monitoring platform available.

I-10 Monitoring Tips

Check the Atchafalaya Basin cameras for fog before crossing Louisiana
Monitor Phoenix and Tucson cameras during monsoon season (July-September) for flash flood warnings
Verify Van Horn stretch conditions before attempting the 119-mile service gap
Check Houston Katy Freeway cameras during peak hours — delays can exceed 90 minutes
Monitor Mobile Wallace Tunnel cameras for congestion before crossing Mobile Bay

How many states does I-10 pass through?

Interstate 10 passes through 8 states: California, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida — spanning 2,460 miles from the Pacific to the Atlantic.

What is the longest stretch of I-10 without services?

The 119-mile stretch between El Paso and Van Horn in West Texas has no gas stations, restaurants, or rest areas. Always verify fuel levels and road conditions with traffic cameras before entering this segment.

Where is the widest section of I-10?

The Katy Freeway in Houston, Texas is the widest section at 26 lanes, making it the widest highway in the world. Dense camera coverage monitors this entire segment.

How can I check I-10 traffic cameras?

Use TrafficVision.Live to search "I-10" and view live camera feeds from all 8 states. You can filter by city name, save favorites, and build custom routes along the interstate.

Is I-10 a hurricane evacuation route?

Yes, I-10 is a primary evacuation corridor for Gulf Coast hurricanes. During storm events, contraflow operations may activate to open all lanes for outbound traffic. Monitor cameras during hurricane season (June-November) for real-time conditions.

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