Sacramento I-80 Traffic
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Sacramento I-80 traffic cameras are an opportunity for drivers to make travel decisions based on visual road conditions. Congestion, traffic incidents, extreme weather and other conditions help make more informed travel decisions. Tweets from various government agencies on breaking travel information are essential tools in making for an easier commute and safer roadways.
Real-Time Sacramento Area Traffic MapReal-Time traffic information and alerts about accidents, police, and hazards Courtesy of WAZE.com
Sacramento Area Weather Forecast5-Day Weather Forecast Courtesy of Weather Underground
Live Sacramento Area Traffic CamerasLIve feeds From the California Department of Transportation
I-80 at I-5
I-80 at Reed (West Sacramento)
I-80 at Northgate
I-80 at Raley
I-80 at Watt
I-80 at 51/80 Split
California DOT TweetsSocial Media Posts From the California Department of Transportation
California Road NewsLatest Headlines From The I-80 Exit Guide Newsroom
Traffic Delays for I-80 Lane, Ramp Closure Near Dutch Flat in Placer County
Significant Traffic Delays for Extended I-80 Lane Closures in the Sierra Begin December 14
Full I-80 Closure, Detour in Yolo County December 14-15
Sacramento Area Insider TipsThe Inside Scoop from Seasoned I-80 Travelers.
Traffic timing: I‑80 through Sac clogs badly 7–9 a.m. and 3–6:30 p.m., especially near the I‑5 and Highway 50 junctions. If you can, hit the corridor late morning or after 7 p.m. to avoid long slowdowns and accidents around the river crossings.
Speed traps and CHP: California Highway Patrol is active on the causeway between Davis and West Sacramento and near the truck scales east of town. Speed limits shift quickly, so use cruise control and watch for motorcycles running radar in the center divider.
Heat and car prep: In warm months, Sac’s valley heat can spike well over 100°F, and the I‑80 stretch has long exposed sections. Make sure your coolant and AC are solid and keep extra water in the car—breakdowns here can be miserable while you wait for a tow.
Quick food and fuel exits: For fast, easy on/off stops, look at the Reed Ave/Enterprise Blvd exits in West Sacramento or Truxel Rd/West El Camino in North Natomas. They have big gas stations, chain food, and plenty of parking without the downtown congestion.
