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title: "Ann Arbor Traffic"
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# Ann Arbor Traffic

*Source: [HERE Ann Arbor](https://www.hereannarbor.com/traffic-ann-arbor-mi/) — June 22, 2026 by *

Public Safety
			

# Ann Arbor Traffic & Road Conditions

			

Live cameras, road conditions, accident reports, and construction alerts for Washtenaw

			
				[SCDOT Cameras](#ht-cameras)
				[Accidents](#ht-accidents)
				[DUI Reports](#ht-dui)
				[School Zones](#ht-school)
				[Report an Issue](/contact/)
			
		
	

		
		
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                Roads & Traffic Patterns
                

## How Washtenaw County Moves: Highways, Commutes & Freight

                

A driver's-eye reference to the interstates, US highways, commute corridors, and freight infrastructure that define how Ann Arbor gets where it's going.

            

                                    

### Major Highways in Washtenaw County

                                    

                Washtenaw County sits at the convergence of I-94, US-23, M-14, and west. Together these routes carry essentially every commercial truck, commuter car, and out-of-state visitor that touches Ann Arbor in a given day — which is why a single closure or rolling backup on any one of them ripples across the rest within minutes.
            

            
            

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                        I-94                                            
                                            east-west, primary corridor to Detroit (45 mi east) and Chicago.
                                                        
                            
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                        US-23                                            
                                            north-south, primary corridor to Flint (north) and Toledo/Ohio (south).
                                                        
                            
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                        M-14                                            
                                            northwest connection toward Plymouth and Detroit metro north.
                                                        
                            
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                        west                                            
                                            I-96 accessible via M-14 connection toward Lansing.

            
                        
                                    

### Freight, Inland Port & Airport Traffic

            
                        

                Add **Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) (DTW)** to the picture. It is the region's primary commercial airport, and the drive in from Ann Arbor is a short hop.
            

            
            
                        
                        

                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 — Washtenaw

					

Camera thumbnails link directly to 511SC.org — no SCDOT API key required.

				
				[View all cameras on 511SC.org →](https://www.511sc.org)
			

			

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							SCDOT Live Traffic — Washtenaw Area
							Live camera feeds for the Washtenaw 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
					

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								[511SC.org](https://www.511sc.org)
								SC DOT official traffic info portal
							
						
						
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								[SCDOT Road Conditions](https://www.scdot.org/travel/travel-conditions.aspx)
								Statewide conditions & alerts
							
						
												
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								[Washtenaw Road Department](https://www.annarborcountysc.gov/163/Roads-Bridges)
								County roads, bridges & maintenance
							
						
												
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								[SCHP Incident Reports](https://scdps.sc.gov/schp)
								SC Highway Patrol incident log
							

				

				
				
					Emergency & Commute
					

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								Dial 911
								Emergency — police, fire, EMS
							
						
						
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								*HP (*47)
								SCHP Non-Emergency — highway patrol
							
						
						
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								(864) 596-2038
								Ann Arbor PD Traffic Unit
							
						
						
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								[GSP Airport Traffic](https://www.gspairport.com)
								Greenville-Ann Arbor International Airport
							
						
						
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								[Waze Ann Arbor Live Map](https://www.waze.com/live-map)
								Crowd-sourced real-time traffic routing
							

				

			
		
	

		
		
			
				Latest Updates
				

## Ann Arbor Traffic News

			

			

				
				
					
						
						
						
						
					
					

Traffic news and road updates are published here daily. Check back soon or follow us for alerts.

				

				
			
		
	

		
		
			
				Crash & Accident Reports
				

## Ann Arbor Accidents & Crash Reports

								

Stay informed about crashes, closures, and road safety in Washtenaw.

			

			
			
			
				
				
					
						
					
					

Accident and crash reports for Washtenaw will appear here as they are published. Our team monitors SCHP, WSPA, and local sources daily.

				

							

					
	

		
		
			
				DUI & Impaired Driving
				

## Ann Arbor DUI Reports & Checkpoints

				

DUI enforcement updates, checkpoint alerts, and impaired driving data for Washtenaw

			

			
				
				
					
					
												
							

DUI reports, arrest data, and checkpoint alerts for Washtenaw will appear here as they are published.

						
											

					
					
						

### Washtenaw DUI Data

						

- **1,127 monitored DUI cases** in Washtenaw (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 Washtenaw. Checkpoints are legal and must follow strict protocols.

						[SCHP Info →](https://scdps.sc.gov/schp)
					

					
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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.

						[Call 911](tel:911)
					

					
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						Sober Ride Options
						

Uber and Lyft operate in the Ann Arbor area. Many local bars and restaurants offer designated driver programs.

					
				
			
		
	

		
		
			
				School Zone Safety
				

## Ann Arbor School Traffic & Zone Safety

				

School zone speed limits, pickup/dropoff schedules, bus route alerts, and safety tips for Washtenaw 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 Ann Arbor 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 Washtenaw as 9 school districts resume classes. Watch for new traffic patterns, construction near schools, and increased pedestrian activity at intersections.

				
			

									
				

### Washtenaw School Districts

				

- Ann Arbor Public Schools
									
- Saline Area Schools
									
- Dexter Community Schools
									
- Chelsea School District

			
					
	

		
		
			
				By the Numbers
				

## Ann Arbor Commute Facts

				

Key statistics for Washtenaw commuters

			

			
			
				

Data: US Census Bureau ACS â¢ 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 Washtenaw commuters informed.

			

			🚧 SCDOT Press ReleasesJun 22, 2026 • Traffic Advisories[SCDOT to Shift Traffic on McIver Road in  Darlington County](https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress/2026/scdot-to-shift-traffic-on-mciver-road-in--darlington-county.html)The South Carolina Department of Transportation will shift traffic on McIver Road in Darlington County beginning Tuesday, June 23.Jun 22, 2026 • Bridges[SCDOT to close English Lane Bridge over Black River in Lee County](https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress/2026/scdot-to-close-english-lane-bridge-over-black-river-in-lee-count.html)The South Carolina Department of Transportation will close the English Lane (S-31-228) bridge over Black River in Lee County for repairs beginning Monday, June 29.Jun 22, 2026 • Bridges[SCDOT to close Turkey Farm Road over Beasley Creek in Richland County](https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress/2026/scdot-to-close-turkey-farm-road-over-beasley-creek-in-richland-c.html)The South Carolina Department of Transportation will close the Turkey Farm Road (S-40-1694) Bridge over Beasley Creek in Richland County for repairs beginning June 29.Jun 22, 2026 • Interstate Highways[SCDOT to Conduct Lane Closure on US 501 in Horry County for Repairs](https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress/2026/scdot-to-conduct-lane-closure-on-us-501-in-horry-county-for-repa.html)The South Carolina Department of Transportation will conduct a temporary lane closure on US 501 in Horry County beginning Tuesday, June 23.Jun 22, 2026 • Public Involvement[SCDOT seeks input on projects to improve mobility for pedestrians and bicyclists in two Charleston County towns](https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress/scdot-seeks-input-on-projects-to-improve-mobility-for-pedestrian.html)The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks public input on two proposed projects that would improve walking and bicycling options in two Charleston County towns.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 Michigan.

				[View Closures on 511SC.org →](https://www.511sc.org)
			

		
	

		
		
			
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