Traffic Engineering

The Traffic Engineering Division is focused on the safe and efficient movement of people and goods throughout the City of Wilmington and surrounding areas of New Hanover County. The Traffic Engineering Division coordinates regularly with other City departments and divisions, as well as the N.C. Department of Transportation and the Wilmington Metropolitan Planning Organization regarding local and regional safety, traffic and transportation planning related projects.

If you notice the following traffic emergencies, immediately report to 9-1-1:

• Traffic Signals that are completely out (no power)
• Traffic Signal with missing displays (red, yellow or green indications)
• Traffic Signs that are missing, such as Stop, One Way or Do Not Enter signs

Traffic Signal Timing Requests

• Traffic Engineering Division maintains traffic signals inside and outside the city limits. Learn how a traffic signal operates. 

• Requests for traffic signal timing modifications may be submitted through the Traffic Signal Timing request form or by phone at 910.341.7888.

Pay an Outstanding Safelight Bill

Please come to the City Collections office on the first floor of the Skyline Center at 929 N. Front Street.