Live I-25 Webcam – Alameda Blvd Overpass(Looking South), Albuquerque, NM

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I-25 Looking South: Alameda Blvd (Mile Marker 233)

The traffic camera for I-25 (NMDOT Camera 412083) is a vital monitoring point for the northern gateway of Albuquerque, situated at Mile Marker 233.2 at the Exit 233 interchange. This camera provides a high-angle perspective of the transition from the northern residential and resort areas into the city’s primary commuter corridor.

Technical Specifications and Coordinates

The camera hardware is physically positioned at the Alameda Blvd / NM-528 interchange, marking the northern boundary of the metro traffic zone at Mile Marker 233:

• Decimal Degrees: 35.191540, -106.586120
• Degrees, Minutes, Seconds: 35∘11′29.5″ N, 106∘35′10.0″ W

Accessing the Live Traffic Feed

Real-time imagery and road conditions are managed by the New Mexico Department of Transportation:

• Official Source: Visit NMRoads.com.
• Navigation Instructions: Zoom into the map at Mile Marker 233 (Exit 233). This camera is typically labeled “I-25 @ Alameda” and provides a Looking South view toward the downtown Albuquerque skyline.

Geographic Context and Landmarks

• Interchange Access: I-25 Exit 233 (Alameda Blvd / NM-528).
• Local Landmarks: Located directly west of the Sandia Resort & Casino and just north of the massive Paseo del Norte interchange (Mile Marker 232).
• Visual Perspective: The feed captures traffic as it leaves the northern neighborhoods. It is the primary tool used by commuters and traffic reporters to spot the start of the morning “Paseo backup” before vehicles reach the multi-level flyovers to the south.

Operational Significance

Alameda Blvd serves as the main access artery for Balloon Fiesta Park. During the International Balloon Fiesta in October and other major seasonal events, this camera at Mile Marker 233 is essential for monitoring the influx of visitor traffic. Additionally, it serves as a critical connector for Rio Rancho residents who cross the Rio Grande via Alameda/NM-528 to join the interstate, making it a key indicator of daily commuter density for the northern metro area.