Brooklyn-Queens Expressway Live Cam

Relieve local streets of congestion from the Manhattan and Williamsburg bridges

What You're Watching

This camera provides a live view of Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. History The Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) is a 16-mile (26 km) freeway that runs from the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn to the Grand Central Parkway in Queens, New York City. The history of the BQE dates back to the early 20th century when plans for a network of highways and bridges connecting the five boroughs of New York City were first proposed. In 1939, construction of the BQE began as .

Best Times to Watch

Time / PeriodWhat to expect
Weekday rush hours 7–9am and 4–6pmPeak commuter flow — most useful for route planning
Winter morningsIce, snow, and reduced visibility — check before driving
After accidents or incidentsReal-time clearance progress visible on camera
Holiday weekendsUnusual traffic patterns; check before entering corridor

Quick Facts

History & Context

History The Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) is a 16-mile (26 km) freeway that runs from the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn to the Grand Central Parkway in Queens, New York City. The history of the BQE dates back to the early 20th century when plans for a network of highways and bridges connecting the five boroughs of New York City were first proposed. In 1939, construction of the BQE began as part of a massive public works project known as the Works Progress Administration (WPA). The WPA was a federal agency established by President Franklin D. Roosevelt to create jobs and stimulate the economy during the Great Depression. The BQE was one of many infrastructure projects undertaken by the WPA during this time.

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