How to Use WVCams to Plan Your Drive
15/08/2025
Planning a drive in West Virginia can sometimes feel unpredictable. Between mountain weather, construction projects, and traffic delays, it’s not always easy to know what you’ll face once you get on the road. That’s where WVCams comes in — a free tool that gives you access to live traffic cameras, delay alerts, and road condition updates straight from the West Virginia Department of Transportation.
In this post, we’ll walk through how to get the most out of WVCams and show you a few tips that make checking conditions quick and easy.
Browse by County
The fastest way to find traffic cameras near you is by using the county selector. Every West Virginia county has its own page that lists available traffic cameras. Simply choose your county, and you’ll see a map along with a list of live feeds.
For example, if you’re commuting through Kanawha County, you’ll find cameras along I-64, I-77, and I-79. In the eastern panhandle, Berkeley County features cameras along the busy I-81 corridor.
Check Live Delays
In addition to cameras, WVCams tracks official delay alerts from the WVDOH. These are posted whenever there are accidents, construction closures, or major slowdowns. Look for the Traffic Alert card on the homepage to see the latest incidents.
You can click through to the Delays page to see all current reports. Each delay includes a description, time posted, and affected area. This makes it much easier to decide whether to take a different route.
Use the Map View
If you prefer a visual approach, the Map View shows camera locations across the entire state. Each camera is represented by an icon — just tap one to pull up the live feed. This feature is especially useful if you’re planning a longer trip and want to check several counties along your route.
Popular Cameras and Routes
WVCams highlights the most popular cameras that drivers check daily. These usually include busy interstates like:
- I-64 through Charleston and Huntington
- I-77 near Beckley and Parkersburg
- I-79 through Morgantown and Clarksburg
- US-19 around Summersville
- US-50 near Bridgeport
If you regularly travel one of these highways, bookmarking the popular cams list can save time.
Mobile Friendly
The site is designed to be lightweight and mobile-friendly. Pages load quickly, even on slower connections. That makes it easy to check conditions on the go before you head out the door.
WVCams is a free, practical tool that helps drivers make safer, smarter choices on the road. Whether you’re commuting, traveling across the state, or just curious about local conditions, taking a minute to check the cameras and alerts can make a big difference in your trip.
