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SCDOT is taking a comprehensive approach to fixing the drive on I-95.

I-95 is a vital gateway to South Carolina – connecting our state to the entire East Coast. SCDOT is committed to the success of I-95 through these statewide projects in expectation of significant growth over the coming decades:

9 Interchange Improvements & 36 Miles of Widening

Expanding I-95 to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion at key interchanges

95 Miles of Resurfacing & Preventive Maintenance

Extending pavement life and improving ride quality with resurfacing and routine repairs

Replacing or upgrading bridges to support future traffic and freight needs

42 Bridge Improvements

103 Miles of Safety Improvements

Improving the clear zone, the area of the roadway that allows a vehicle to regain control or stop safely if it leaves the roadway

Interactive Project Map: See what’s happening on I-95 near you!

Use our interactive mapping tool below to learn about the different projects happening along I-95 in South Carolina. Projects are organized by Mile Marker, which is notated as “MM.”
- Filter by County or Project Type using the dropdown menus in the top right corner to narrow down the projects shown on the map.
- Click a project name on the left-hand list to view more details about that specific project on the map, including a link to each project webpage.
- To return to the main view, click the project name again to turn it off.
- You can interact with the map to zoom in/out and explore project locations along the I-95 corridor in South Carolina.
On mobile? Use the filter button to narrow your search, or click the area of I-95 where you’d like to learn more about a specific project.

Happening Now Along I-95

Overnight Pacing on I-95 Starts June 15, 2026

SCDOT will conduct overnight traffic pacing operations on I‑95 southbound beginning June 15 in Orangeburg and Dorchester counties. Drivers can expect intermittent delays and lane closures during girder installation at the I‑95/I‑26 interchange.

I-95 Construction: Savannah River to US 278

Construction is underway along I‑95 between the Savannah River and US 278, including shoulder work, bridge construction, and site preparation. Work zone traffic systems are active. Drivers should use caution when traveling through the corridor.

The Federal Highway Administration has approved a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the proposed improvements on I‑95 from US 278 (Exit 8) to SC 336 (Exit 21), marking an important milestone in the project's environmental review! View the FONSI.

John Smith Road Closure Starts March 23

SCDOT has closed the John Smith Road overpass between US 278 and US 17 in Jasper County through the remainder of 2026. The road is closed to through traffic, with local access maintained, to allow for full bridge replacement over I‑95.

Construction started for I-95 Bridge Replacement at Lake Marion

Construction is underway to replace the northbound and southbound I‑95 bridges over Lake Marion with modern structures. Work will occur in phases over several years to reduce traffic disruptions.

Several projects are now complete! These include:

Looking for updates on another project? View the full list of project webpages.

SCDOT is paving the way to a stronger, more economically vibrant SC

Interstate improvements on I-95 are part of a larger effort to move South Carolina forward.

Our interstates are a critical component of our success as a state – the safe and efficient movement of goods and people provides the quality of life we enjoy in South Carolina and connects our economy with the world.

SCDOT developed a 10 Year Plan, which we have been implementing, to build projects that help put the system back into a state of good repair. To this end, SCDOT has dramatically increased its construction project work program, from $1 billion in 2009 to over $6.2 billion in 2024.

These improvements are part of a broader vision outlined in Momentum 2050, South Carolina’s statewide multimodal transportation plan. While the 10-Year Plan focuses on restoring the system to good repair, Momentum 2050 looks ahead to guide future investments and keep our state moving forward.

Our focus in the coming years is to position South Carolina for continued prosperity, and these projects along I-95 are a critical component of ensuring the state’s continued success.

Together, we are fixing the drive on I-95.