--- title: "Myrtle Beach Traffic" url: https://www.heremyrtlebeach.com/traffic-myrtle-beach-sc/ date: 2026-06-18T12:22:51+00:00 modified: 2026-06-18T12:22:51+00:00 author: "" site: "HERE Myrtle Beach" attribution: "HERE Myrtle Beach" --- # Myrtle Beach Traffic *Source: [HERE Myrtle Beach](https://www.heremyrtlebeach.com/traffic-myrtle-beach-sc/) — June 18, 2026 by * Public Safety # Myrtle Beach Traffic & Road Conditions Live cameras, road conditions, accident reports, and construction alerts for Horry [SCDOT Cameras](#ht-cameras) [Accidents](#ht-accidents) [DUI Reports](#ht-dui) [School Zones](#ht-school) [Report an Issue](/contact/) [MAACO Sponsored · Paint & Body Since 1972 Myrtle Beach's bumpers take a beating. Uncle Maaco puts them back together — America's #1 Bodyshop. See How This Spot Works →](/section-sponsorship/) Roads & Traffic Patterns ## How Horry County Moves: Highways, Commutes & Freight A driver's-eye reference to the interstates, US highways, commute corridors, and freight infrastructure that define how Myrtle Beach gets where it's going. ### Commute Patterns & Regional Drives Myrtle Beach commuters operate on a regional grid, not a city grid. Here is how long the most-driven trips actually take from Myrtle Beach: Wilmington, NC 75 mi · ~80 min Charlotte, NC 170 mi · ~175 min Columbia, SC 100 mi · ~105 min Charleston, SC 100 mi · ~110 min Raleigh, NC 185 mi · ~195 min Atlanta, GA 390 mi · ~390 min The volume comes with a cost. Horry County recorded **45 traffic fatalities in 2024** — roughly 12.0 per 100,000 residents, per the SC Department of Public Safety fact book. All figures sourced from state DOT traffic counts, the state Department of Public Safety fact book, the regional ports authority, and the local airport district — refreshed as new annual reports drop. Live conditions, accidents, and lane closures are above; this section explains the system those incidents move through. SCDOT Live Feeds ## SCDOT Traffic Cameras — Horry Camera thumbnails link directly to 511SC.org — no SCDOT API key required. [View all cameras on 511SC.org →](https://www.511sc.org) [LIVE *HERE*Myrtle Beach Traffic Cam SCDOT Live SCDOT Live Traffic — Horry Area Live camera feeds for the Horry area are being curated. View all SCDOT cameras on 511SC.org. View on 511SC →](https://www.511sc.org) Official Links ## Real-Time Resources Road Conditions & Closures - [511SC.org](https://www.511sc.org) SC DOT official traffic info portal - [SCDOT Road Conditions](https://www.scdot.org/travel/travel-conditions.aspx) Statewide conditions & alerts - [Horry Road Department](https://www.myrtlebeachcountysc.gov/163/Roads-Bridges) County roads, bridges & maintenance - [SCHP Incident Reports](https://scdps.sc.gov/schp) SC Highway Patrol incident log Emergency & Commute - Dial 911 Emergency — police, fire, EMS - *HP (*47) SCHP Non-Emergency — highway patrol - (864) 596-2038 Myrtle Beach PD Traffic Unit - [GSP Airport Traffic](https://www.gspairport.com) Greenville-Myrtle Beach International Airport - [Waze Myrtle Beach Live Map](https://www.waze.com/live-map) Crowd-sourced real-time traffic routing Latest Updates ## Myrtle Beach Traffic News Traffic news and road updates are published here daily. Check back soon or follow us for alerts. Crash & Accident Reports ## Myrtle Beach Accidents & Crash Reports Stay informed about crashes, closures, and road safety in Horry. Accident and crash reports for Horry will appear here as they are published. Our team monitors SCHP, WSPA, and local sources daily. DUI & Impaired Driving ## Myrtle Beach DUI Reports & Checkpoints DUI enforcement updates, checkpoint alerts, and impaired driving data for Horry DUI reports, arrest data, and checkpoint alerts for Horry will appear here as they are published. ### Horry DUI Data - **1,127 monitored DUI cases** in Horry (MADD Court Monitoring, 2019–2024) - **65% conviction rate** — the highest of all 7 monitored SC counties - **SC is #5 nationally** for drunk driving fatalities — 474 deaths in 2022 - **BAC limit**: 0.08% for drivers 21+, 0.02% for under 21 - **First offense penalties**: $400–$1,000 fine, 48 hours–90 days jail, 6-month license suspension - **Refusing a breathalyzer** results in automatic 6-month license suspension under SC implied consent law ⚠ DUI Checkpoints SC Highway Patrol conducts regular DUI checkpoints throughout Horry. Checkpoints are legal and must follow strict protocols. [SCHP Info →](https://scdps.sc.gov/schp) 📞 Report a Drunk Driver If you see an impaired driver, call 911 immediately. Note the vehicle description, tag number, and direction of travel. [Call 911](tel:911) 🚗 Sober Ride Options Uber and Lyft operate in the Myrtle Beach area. Many local bars and restaurants offer designated driver programs. School Zone Safety ## Myrtle Beach School Traffic & Zone Safety School zone speed limits, pickup/dropoff schedules, bus route alerts, and safety tips for Horry parents and commuters ### School Zone Speed Limits South Carolina law requires drivers to reduce speed to the posted school zone limit during designated hours. Fines are doubled in active school zones. Watch for flashing beacon signals near all Myrtle Beach schools. ### Pickup & Dropoff Hours Peak school traffic: **6:30–8:30 AM** and **2:00–4:00 PM** on school days. Allow extra commute time during these hours. Obey no parking and no stopping signs near school entrances. ### School Bus Safety SC law requires all vehicles to stop for school buses with extended stop signs and flashing red lights. Passing a stopped school bus carries fines up to $1,000 and potential license suspension. Children should wait in a safe place away from traffic. ### Back-to-School Alerts Each August, traffic patterns shift across Horry as 9 school districts resume classes. Watch for new traffic patterns, construction near schools, and increased pedestrian activity at intersections. ### Horry School Districts - Horry County Schools By the Numbers ## Myrtle Beach Commute Facts Key statistics for Horry commuters Data: US Census Bureau ACS • SCDOT Traffic Reports Alerts ## Active Construction & Closures Major construction and road closure alerts will be posted here as they are reported. Our team monitors SCDOT and county notices daily to keep Horry commuters informed. 🚧 SCDOT Press ReleasesJun 18, 2026 • Traffic Advisories[SCDOT to conduct lane closures for Five Points Safety Project in Richland County](https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress/2026/scdot-to-conduct-lane-closures-for-five-points-safety-project-in.html)The South Carolina Department of Transportation will conduct daily lane closures along Harden Street beginning June 22.Jun 17, 2026 • Traffic Engineering[SCDOT to conduct Eastland Avenue intersection improvements in Williamsburg County](https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress/2026/scdot-to-conduct-eastland-avenue-intersection-improvements-in-wi.html)The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) will begin an intersection improvement project at Eastland Avenue (S-186) in Williamsburg County on June 22.Jun 17, 2026 • Interstate Highways[SCDOT to conduct Interchange Improvements on SC 160 over Interstate 77 in York County](https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress/2026/-scdot-to-conduct-interchange-improvements-on-sc-160-over-inters.html)The South Carolina Department of Transportation will begin an interchange improvement project along SC 160 over Interstate 77 in York County on June 21.Jun 17, 2026 • Bridges[SCDOT to close Parris Bridge Road over Pacolet River in Spartanburg County](https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress/2026/-scdot-to-close-parris-bridge-road-over-pacolet-river-in-spartan.html)The South Carolina Department of Transportation will close Parris Bridge Road (S-42-43) over the Pacolet River in Spartanburg County for rehabilitation work beginning June 23.Jun 15, 2026 • Bridges[SCDOT announces Church Street bridge in Greenville is reopened to traffic](https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress/2026/_scdot-announces-church-street-bridge-in-greenville-is-reopened-.html)The South Carolina Department of Transportation announces the newly completed Church Street (U.S. 29) bridge has reopened to traffic in Greenville today, following a comprehensive …Source: [South Carolina Department of Transportation](https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress.html) For real-time closure information, visit 511SC.org — the official SCDOT traffic portal for South Carolina. 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