--- title: "Savannah Traffic" url: https://www.heresavannah.com/traffic-savannah-ga/ date: 2026-07-26T17:50:50+00:00 modified: 2026-07-26T18:05:45+00:00 author: "" site: "HERE Savannah" attribution: "HERE Savannah" --- # Savannah Traffic *Source: [HERE Savannah](https://www.heresavannah.com/traffic-savannah-ga/) — July 26, 2026 by * Public Safety # Savannah Traffic & Road Conditions Live cameras, road conditions, accident reports, and construction alerts for Chatham [{{DOT}} Cameras](#ht-cameras) [Accidents](#ht-accidents) [DUI Reports](#ht-dui) [School Zones](#ht-school) [Report an Issue](/contact/) [MAACO Sponsored · Paint & Body Since 1972 Savannah's bumpers take a beating. Uncle Maaco puts them back together — America's #1 Bodyshop. 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Together these routes carry essentially every commercial truck, commuter car, and out-of-state visitor that touches Savannah in a given day — which is why a single closure or rolling backup on any one of them ripples across the rest within minutes. - Interstate 95 Primary north-south interstate corridor, connects Savannah to Jacksonville FL and Charleston/Savannah metro. - Interstate 16 Primary east-west connector between Savannah and Macon/Atlanta. - US-17 Coastal highway through downtown Savannah (Abercorn Street corridor). - US-80 Sole direct highway access route to Tybee Island. ### Commute Patterns & Regional Drives Savannah commuters operate on a regional grid, not a city grid. Here is how long the most-driven trips actually take from Savannah: Hilton Head Island, SC 40 mi · ~50 min Charleston, SC 108 mi · ~120 min Jacksonville, FL 140 mi · ~135 min Columbia, SC 172 mi · ~165 min Atlanta, GA 248 mi · ~225 min Augusta, GA 132 mi · ~130 min The volume comes with a cost. Chatham County recorded **35 traffic fatalities in 2023** — roughly 11.8 per 100,000 residents, per the GA Department of Public Safety fact book. ### Freight, Inland Port & Airport Traffic Truck traffic into and out of Chatham County isn't random — most of it is anchored at **Appalachian Regional Port (Chatsworth, GA)**. Operated by the Georgia Ports Authority, the inland port shuttles containers between the region and the coast by overnight rail. Add **Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport** to the picture. The airport moved 3,200,000 passengers in its most recent year, and the drive in from Savannah 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. {{DOT}} Live Feeds ## {{DOT}} Traffic Cameras — Chatham Camera thumbnails link directly to — no {{DOT}} API key required. [View all cameras on {{TRAFFIC_511_NAME}} →](http://TRAFFIC_511_URL) [LIVE *HERE*Savannah Traffic Cam {{DOT}} Live {{DOT}} Live Traffic — Chatham Area Live camera feeds for the Chatham area are being curated. View all {{DOT}} cameras on {{TRAFFIC_511_URL}}. View on {{TRAFFIC_511_NAME}} →](http://TRAFFIC_511_URL) Official Links ## Real-Time Resources Road Conditions & Closures - http://TRAFFIC_511_URL SC DOT official traffic info portal - [{{DOT}} Road Conditions](http://DOT_URL) Statewide conditions & alerts - [Chatham Road Department](https://www.savannahcountysc.gov/163/Roads-Bridges) County roads, bridges & maintenance - [{{STATE_HP}} Incident Reports](http://STATE_HP_URL) SC Highway Patrol incident log Emergency & Commute - Dial 911 Emergency — police, fire, EMS - *HP (*47) {{STATE_HP}} Non-Emergency — highway patrol - (864) 596-2038 Savannah PD Traffic Unit - [GSP Airport Traffic](https://www.gspairport.com) Savannah International Airport - [Waze Savannah Live Map](https://www.waze.com/live-map) Crowd-sourced real-time traffic routing Latest Updates ## Savannah Traffic News Traffic news and road updates are published here daily. Check back soon or follow us for alerts. Crash & Accident Reports ## Savannah Accidents & Crash Reports Stay informed about crashes, closures, and road safety in Chatham. Accident and crash reports for Chatham will appear here as they are published. Our team monitors {{STATE_HP}} and local sources daily. DUI & Impaired Driving ## Savannah DUI Reports & Checkpoints DUI enforcement updates, checkpoint alerts, and impaired driving data for Chatham DUI reports, arrest data, and checkpoint alerts for Chatham will appear here as they are published. ### Chatham DUI Data - **1,127 monitored DUI cases** in Chatham (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 Chatham. Checkpoints are legal and must follow strict protocols. [{{STATE_HP}} Info →](http://STATE_HP_URL) 📞 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 Savannah area. Many local bars and restaurants offer designated driver programs. School Zone Safety ## Savannah School Traffic & Zone Safety School zone speed limits, pickup/dropoff schedules, bus route alerts, and safety tips for Chatham parents and commuters ### School Zone Speed Limits Georgia 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 Savannah 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 Chatham as 9 school districts resume classes. Watch for new traffic patterns, construction near schools, and increased pedestrian activity at intersections. By the Numbers ## Savannah Commute Facts Key statistics for Chatham commuters Data: US Census Bureau ACS • {{DOT}} Traffic Reports Alerts ## Active Construction & Closures Major construction and road closure alerts will be posted here as they are reported. Our team monitors {{DOT}} and county notices daily to keep Chatham commuters informed. No recent DOT releases for this area. 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