Monitor Wilmington Traffic in Real-Time
Access 120+ live traffic cameras throughout Wilmington and the Cape Fear region. Our interactive map provides real-time access to live street feeds and intersection cameras throughout the downtown riverfront and beach access routes. The average one-way commute for Wilmington residents is approximately 18.8 minutes, though local drivers lost an average of 26 hours to traffic delays in 2023. With 46% of major roads in the area reported in poor or mediocre condition, visual confirmation of road status is essential for safe coastal travel. No account required—just click and start watching live traffic instantly.
VIEW WILMINGTON CAMERAS →Wilmington Metro Coverage Areas
Wilmington's traffic flow is uniquely defined by its position between the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean, creating extreme reliance on a handful of critical bridge crossings and hurricane evacuation routes. Traffic safety is a constant focus for the region, which recorded 3,765 crashes in 2023, while high-volume segments of I-40 handle over 50,000 vehicles daily as they approach the city core. Our network provides comprehensive visibility into these essential routes.
Cape Fear Memorial Bridge
30+ Live Cameras
The primary link between Wilmington and Brunswick County, monitoring the critical drawspan and the US-17/US-74/US-421 convergence.
I-40 Corridor
40+ Live Cameras
Real-time monitoring of the main eastern terminus of the transcontinental interstate, covering the junction with I-140 and the approach to the city core.
US-17 & Market Street
35+ Live Cameras
Critical feeds from the primary coastal corridor, monitoring traffic from Porters Neck through Ogden to the downtown district.
Beach Access Routes (US-74/76)
25+ Live Cameras
Continuous coverage of the primary routes to Wrightsville Beach, including the Heide Trask Drawbridge and the Eastwood Road intersection.
Features
Interactive Map
View all Wilmington cameras on an interactive map with real-time clustering
Grid View
Browse cameras in a filterable grid with search and sort options
Save Favorites
Bookmark frequently-used cameras for quick access
Live Updates
Real-time feeds from NCDOT and DriveNC systems
24/7 Access
Monitor traffic conditions any time of day or night
Mobile Friendly
Fully responsive design works on all devices
About Wilmington Traffic Cameras
TrafficVision.Live provides free access to 120+ live traffic cameras throughout Wilmington and New Hanover County. Our platform aggregates feeds from the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) 511 system, giving you comprehensive coverage of traffic conditions across one of the Southeast's fastest-growing coastal regions. These cameras are part of the world's largest traffic camera directory with 135,000+ live feeds from 600+ official sources worldwide.
Whether you're planning your commute across the Isabel Holmes Bridge, checking current road conditions for a weekend at Wrightsville Beach, or monitoring traffic for an event at the Live Oak Bank Pavilion, our Wilmington traffic camera network provides real-time visibility into the region's transportation infrastructure. View live feeds from major routes including I-40, I-140, US-17, US-74, US-76, and US-421. In addition to the extensive highway network, users can monitor live street feeds and intersection cameras along Market Street and College Road to navigate around UNCW campus congestion and surface street gridlock. These road-level views are essential for checking the bridge approaches before you drive.
Build Your Wilmington Commute Dashboard
Monitor every camera along your specific route through the Cape Fear region. Save your favorites for instant access during bridge lifts or coastal storm events.
CREATE YOUR ROUTE →Coastal & Bridge Dynamics
Navigating the Wilmington area requires an understanding of infrastructure that operates at extreme capacity due to water-constrained routes and seasonal tourist surges.
Bridge Lift & Beach Alerts
- Memorial Bridge Drawspan: As the primary river crossing, any opening for maritime traffic creates immediate, massive gridlock through the downtown core; check cameras near Front Street for the current bridge status.
- Wrightsville Beach Surges: On summer weekends, the US-74/76 approach to the Heide Trask Bridge experiences intense congestion; visual confirmation of the "bridge line" is essential for timing your beach trip.
- The Isabel Holmes Alternative: This bridge serves as the primary bypass when the Memorial Bridge is lifted; monitor cameras at the N. 3rd Street junction to decide which river crossing is faster.
- Tropical Weather: Wilmington is highly susceptible to coastal flooding and hurricane impacts; our cameras provide critical ground-truth visibility of primary evacuation routes like I-40 West.
Watch Cape Fear Bridge Traffic Live
Check the Cape Fear Memorial and Isabel Holmes bridge approach cameras in real-time. Avoid river gridlock by timing your crossing perfectly.
VIEW BRIDGE CAMERAS →Using TrafficVision.Live in North Carolina
TrafficVision.Live aggregates feeds from 600+ official sources, including NCDOT (DriveNC) and regional transportation systems, into one seamless interface. Our platform provides access to 135,000+ live feeds across 130+ countries.
Use our interactive map to find cameras at specific intersections, or switch to grid view for side-by-side monitoring of the I-40 terminus. Whether you're a commuter from Leland or a traveler headed to ILM Airport, our system works 24/7 on any device.
How many traffic cameras are in Wilmington?
Wilmington features over 120 live traffic cameras available through our platform, focusing on the primary highway, bridge, and beach access corridors.
Where can I find Wilmington street feeds?
You can access live Wilmington street feeds and road-level views through our interactive map. We aggregate feeds from NCDOT to cover major intersections along Market Street, College Road, and the downtown riverfront.
Can I see if the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge is open?
Yes, we provide multiple camera angles for both the Wilmington and Leland approaches to the bridge, allowing you to see if the drawspan is currently lifted.
Are Wilmington traffic cameras free to watch?
Yes, all Wilmington area traffic camera feeds on TrafficVision.Live are completely free to access and are available 24/7.
Do these cameras help during hurricane evacuations?
Absolutely. Visual confirmation of actual traffic flow on primary evacuation routes like I-40 West and US-74/76 West is essential for safe travel during coastal storm events.
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