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North Carolina 511: Road Conditions & Traffic

Q: What is the 511 number for North Carolina?

Dial 5-1-1 from any phone in North Carolina for automated road condition reports, highway closures, and traffic updates from the North Carolina Department of Transportation. The service is free and available 24/7.

Q: Are there any road closures in North Carolina today?

North Carolina currently has 214 active road incidents, including 182 closures.

North Carolina has 214 active road incidents (188 critical). Including 182 closures, 19 accidents, 13 incidents. Updated every 15 minutes.

214 Active Incidents

188 Critical

0 Weather Alerts

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Trucking Industry — North Carolina

53,744Active Carriers

299,578Registered Drivers

2,079,947Power Units

4,300HazMat Carriers

Source: FMCSA Company Census. View national statistics →

Fatal Crash Statistics — North Carolina (2023)

1,449Fatal Crashes

1,561Total Fatalities

172Truck-Involved Fatal

192Truck Crash Fatalities

154Alcohol-Involved Fatal

Source: NHTSA FARS 2023. View national statistics →

Highway Infrastructure — North Carolina (2024)

131,008Vehicle Miles Traveled (M)

108,827Highway Miles

1,433Interstate Miles

Source: FHWA Highway Statistics 2024. View national statistics →

Frequently Asked Questions: North Carolina Road Conditions

How do I check North Carolina road conditions?

You can check real-time North Carolina road conditions using Trucker Route's live map which displays active incidents, closures, and construction updated every 15 minutes. You can also call 511 from any phone in North Carolina to reach the North Carolina Department of Transportation's automated road condition hotline.

What is the 511 number for North Carolina?

Dial 5-1-1 from any phone in North Carolina for automated road condition reports, highway closures, and traffic updates from the North Carolina Department of Transportation. The service is free and available 24/7. You can also visit North Carolina's 511 page on Trucker Route for real-time data.

Are there any road closures in North Carolina today?

North Carolina currently has 214 active road incidents, including 182 closures. View all incidents on our interactive map for exact locations and details.

What weather alerts are active in North Carolina?

There are currently no active weather alerts for North Carolina. Weather data is sourced from the National Weather Service and updated in real-time.

Active Incidents (214)

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Gregory St

10:51 PM

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NC-55

10:32 PM

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NC-55

10:32 PM

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Lumley Rd

10:30 PM

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Lumley Rd

08:10 PM

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US-70-Collectors E

08:08 PM

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E Long Ave

08:03 PM

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I-540 W ramp to US-70 E

08:06 PM

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I-540 E ramp to US-70 E

07:43 PM

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The road is closed for Castalia’s “4th of July Celebration. Motorists are advised to follow the directions of on‑scene personnel.

NC 58

06:30 PM

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Old White Oak Rd

11:30 AM

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Traffic will take Exit 266 (MLK Jr Blvd) to get on I-40 WB and then take Exit 263 (New Hope Church Rd)

I-40 Eastbound

02:00 AM

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Continuation of closure of N Main St due to hazard for potential building collapse from fire damage in May

N Main St

02:39 PM

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Traffic wanting to access US 74 from Morven Freightliner Road should use SR 1715 Carpenter-Kendall Road. Go for 0.5 mi. Turn Left onto NC 109. Go 2.0 mi.

Morven Freight Line Rd

12:45 PM

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Knollwood St

11:00 PM

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First Friday on Main event

S Main St

09:00 PM

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First Friday on Main event

S Main St

08:00 PM

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E Garner Rd

08:00 AM

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