Live I-25 Northbound Webcam – MLK Jr Blvd Overpass, Albuquerque, NM

I-25 Northbound: MLK Jr Blvd (Mile Marker 225)

The traffic camera for I-25 Northbound (NMDOT Camera 412069) is positioned at Mile Marker 224.8 on the MLK Jr Blvd Overpass. This is a critical vantage point located between the Central Ave and Lomas Blvd interchanges, serving as the final monitoring stage before traffic enters the “Big I” (I-25/I-40 junction).

Technical Specifications and Coordinates

The camera equipment is mounted on the MLK Jr Blvd Overpass, providing a clear line of sight to the northern downtown corridor at Mile Marker 225:

• Decimal Degrees: 35.084889, -106.636490
• Degrees, Minutes, Seconds: 35° 05′ 05.6″ N, 106° 38′ 11.4″ W

Accessing the Live Traffic Feed

Real-time road conditions for this high-traffic zone are managed by the New Mexico Department of Transportation:

• Official Source: Visit NMRoads.com.
• Navigation Instructions: Zoom into the downtown Albuquerque area on the map and look for the camera icon between Mile Marker 224 (Exit 224C) and Mile Marker 225 (Exit 225). This camera provides the Northbound (NB) view, essential for spotting backups heading into the I-40 interchange.

Geographic Context and Landmarks

• Interchange Access: Located between Exit 224C (Central Ave) and Exit 225 (Lomas Blvd).
• Local Landmarks: Situated near the Embassy Suites, the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court, and the historic Martineztown neighborhood, all within the Mile Marker 225 radius.
• Visual Perspective: The Northbound view looks directly toward the Lomas Blvd exit and the towering ramps of the “Big I” interchange situated at Mile Marker 226. It is one of the most-watched cameras during the morning rush hour.

Operational Significance

MLK Jr Blvd is a primary artery for medical staff and emergency vehicles heading to Presbyterian Hospital and Lovelace Medical Center. This camera at Mile Marker 225 is vital for travelers to decide whether to remain on the interstate or exit early at Central Ave to avoid the frequent gridlock that occurs where the city’s two major interstates converge.