I-405 at Santa Fe Ave Live Traffic Cam, Long Beach
About this camera
This roadside camera on I-405 at Santa Fe Ave gives a real-time picture of traffic in Long Beach, Los Angeles County, with the camera pointed southbound. Drivers use the view to decide whether to leave now, wait a bit or choose another route.
I-405 is regularly ranked among the busiest freeways in the United States, and its traffic jams are a running joke in Southern California culture. Locals simply call it the 405, and its name has become shorthand for Los Angeles traffic itself.
Traffic is heavy for long parts of the day, with trucks from the ports joining commuters in all lanes. Weekend traffic stays busy thanks to shoppers and visitors heading to the beaches and Long Beach events.
About this camera
- Location: I-405 at Santa Fe Ave, Long Beach
- County: Los Angeles County, California
- Camera view: southbound traffic
- Busiest times: weekday morning and evening rush hours
California State University, Long Beach and Long Beach Airport are both close to the freeway network in the eastern part of the city.
This view is shared by Caltrans, the California Department of Transportation, which runs hundreds of roadside cameras across the state.
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Source: Caltrans — California Department of Transportation · Checked 19 min ago
Frequently asked questions
Where does this traffic camera point?
The camera is on I-405 at Santa Fe Ave in Long Beach, Los Angeles County, California. It faces southbound traffic.
What can I see on this live cam?
The stream shows live traffic on I-405 at Santa Fe Ave, so you can spot congestion, incidents, rain or fog before you set out.
Who operates this camera?
The camera is operated by Caltrans, the California Department of Transportation, which streams it free of charge as part of its statewide traffic camera network.
