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Myrtle Beach Traffic & Road Conditions

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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.

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SCDOT Live Traffic — Horry Area
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Real-Time Resources

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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 Greenville-Myrtle Beach International Airport
  • Waze Myrtle Beach Live Map Crowd-sourced real-time traffic routing
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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
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DUI Checkpoints

SC Highway Patrol conducts regular DUI checkpoints throughout Horry. Checkpoints are legal and must follow strict protocols.

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Report a Drunk Driver

If you see an impaired driver, call 911 immediately. Note the vehicle description, tag number, and direction of travel.

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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 Releases
Aug 24, 2026SC Transportation Secretary and President Trump's Top Highway Official to Visit Carolina Crossroads ProjectMembers of the media are invited to hear from SCDOT Secretary Justin Powell and Federal Highway Administrator Sean McMaster for a project update on the Carolina Crossroads Project …
Aug 21, 2026 • PavingSCDOT to conduct temporary lane closures on US 321 in Jasper County between Purrysburg Road and Sand Hill RoadThe South Carolina Department of Transportation will perform temporary daytime lane closures on US 321 between Purrysburg Road and Sand Hill Road to widen the road from Monday, Aug…
Aug 21, 2026 • Bridges, Interstate HighwaysSCDOT to Conduct Lane Closures on I-95 for Bridge Maintenance in Dillon CountyThe South Carolina Department of Transportation will conduct overnight lane closures on I-95 northbound at mile marker 178 in Dillon County on Sunday, August 23 and Monday, August …
Aug 19, 2026 • Interstate Highways, Traffic AdvisoriesSCDOT to conduct overnight pacing operations, lane closures for I-26 Widening & SC 27 Interchange Project in Berkeley CountyThe South Carolina Department of Transportation will conduct pacing operations and lane closures along I-26 for the I-26 Widening & SC 27 Interchange project in Berkeley County beg…
Aug 17, 2026 • BridgesSCDOT to close and detour Lost John Road bridge over Cabin Creek in Richland County for repairsThe South Carolina Department of Transportation will close and detour the Lost John Road bridge over Cabin Creek in Richland County for repairs beginning Monday, August 24.
Source: South Carolina Department of Transportation

For real-time closure information, visit 511SC.org — the official SCDOT traffic portal for South Carolina.

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