--- title: "Florence SC Traffic" url: https://www.hereflorence.com/traffic-hereflorence-sc/ date: 2026-06-04T13:38:28+00:00 modified: 2026-06-04T13:38:28+00:00 author: "" site: "HERE Florence" attribution: "HERE Florence" --- # Florence SC Traffic *Source: [HERE Florence](https://www.hereflorence.com/traffic-hereflorence-sc/) — June 4, 2026 by * Public Safety # Florence Traffic & Road Conditions Live cameras, road conditions, accident reports, and construction alerts for Florence [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 Florence's bumpers take a beating. Uncle Maaco puts them back together — America's #1 Bodyshop. See How This Spot Works →](/section-sponsorship/) SCDOT Live Feeds ## SCDOT Traffic Cameras — Florence Camera thumbnails link directly to 511SC.org — no SCDOT API key required. [View all cameras on 511SC.org →](https://www.511sc.org) [LIVE SCDOT Live Traffic — Florence Area Live camera feeds for the Florence area are being curated. View all SCDOT cameras on 511SC.org. 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Stay informed about crashes, closures, and road safety. #1 In SC for Fatal Collisions ~4,000 Annual Traffic Incidents 3–6 PM Peak Crash Hours I-85 Highest Incident Corridor Accident and crash reports for Florence will appear here as they are published. Our team monitors SCHP, WSPA, and local sources daily. Known Hotspots ### Florence Crash Hotspots I-85 Corridor Highest incident volume in the county. Multi-vehicle pileups frequent during peak hours and adverse weather. Asheville Highway Major east-west route into downtown. Frequent pedestrian and bicycle incidents along this corridor. Boiling Springs Road High-traffic residential/commercial corridor. Intersection collisions and rear-end crashes prevalent. Main Street (Downtown) Urban core with mixed pedestrian, vehicle, and cyclist traffic. Low-speed but frequent fender benders. I-26 at US 29 Northeast commuter interchange. Merge-related crashes and congestion during AM/PM rush. SC-9 (Highway 9) Rural stretches with high speed differentials. Head-on and run-off-road crashes, especially at night. DUI & Impaired Driving ## Florence DUI Reports & Checkpoints DUI enforcement updates, checkpoint alerts, and impaired driving data for Florence DUI reports, arrest data, and checkpoint alerts for Florence will appear here as they are published. ### Florence DUI Data - **1,127 monitored DUI cases** in Florence (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 Florence. 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 Florence area. Many local bars and restaurants offer designated driver programs. School Zone Safety ## Florence School Traffic & Zone Safety School zone speed limits, pickup/dropoff schedules, bus route alerts, and safety tips for Florence 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 Florence 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 Florence as 9 school districts resume classes. Watch for new traffic patterns, construction near schools, and increased pedestrian activity at intersections. By the Numbers ## Florence Commute Facts Key statistics for Florence commuters 22 min Average Commute Time I-85 / I-26 Major Corridors ~4,000 Annual Traffic Incidents (County) Data: US Census Bureau ACS • SCDOT 2024 Traffic Report Florence leads SC in traffic fatalities in 2025 Q1 — drive safe. 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 Florence commuters informed. 🚧 SCDOT Press ReleasesMay 22, 2026 • Paving, Public Involvement[SCDOT Requests Public Comment on the 2024-2033 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) to Include the  2027 Pavement Improvement Program](https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress/scdot-requests-public-comment-on-the-2024-2033-statewide-transpo6.html)The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks public comment on the addition of the 2027 Pavement Improvement Program to the 2024-2033 Statewide Transportation Improvement …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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HERE Florence aggregates real-time and reported traffic conditions, road closures, construction updates, and incident alerts for Florence County from SCDOT and local agency sources. Check this page for current travel conditions before heading out.