Thursday Crash Near Carolina Forest Causes Delays on Highway 501
A two-vehicle collision on Thursday evening near Highway 501 and Glenbriar Drive caused traffic delays for Conway-bound commuters, with no injuries reported.
Why this matters locally
Highway 501 is a critical route for commuters and visitors traveling between Conway and the Grand Strand, making even minor collisions a source of notable traffic disruptions.
First responders in Horry County responded to a two-vehicle collision on Thursday evening, October 1, 2026, which caused traffic backups along a primary travel corridor. Emergency crews with Horry County Fire Rescue were dispatched at 7:42 p.m. to the scene located near the intersection of Highway 501 and Glenbriar Drive in the Carolina Forest area.
The incident temporarily impacted travel for motorists traveling on the Conway-bound lanes of Highway 501. Despite the vehicle damage, Horry County Fire Rescue confirmed that no injuries were reported at the scene.
Highway 501 serves as a major arterial route connecting Myrtle Beach and surrounding coastal communities with inland Horry County and Conway. Collisions along this stretch, particularly near major residential neighborhoods like Carolina Forest, frequently result in significant localized traffic delays as emergency teams clear the roadway.
The South Carolina Highway Patrol was assigned to investigate the cause of the collision. Motorists navigating the area were advised to use caution while crews managed traffic and resolved the scene.
Quick facts
- Location: Highway 501 & Glenbriar Drive, Carolina Forest
- Date & Time: Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026 at 7:42 p.m.
- Impact: Traffic delays on Conway-bound lanes
- Injuries: None reported
- Investigating Agency: South Carolina Highway Patrol
Community brief · prepared from WMBF News — Grand Strand material · original source
