PennDOT Launches 511 System

Beginning Friday, Sept. 4, PennDOT officially launches its 511 system — 511PA—which will alert motorists, among other things, to construction activities.

511PA provides free, 24-hour information services including traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, regional tourism information, and links to transit agencies and major airports. The service is available by calling 511 from cellular phones and landlines or through the Internet by visiting www.511PA.com. Users are also able to register through the Web site to receive personalized traveler alerts, provided through e-mail and text messaging.

The 511PA roadway network includes all 1,759 miles of interstate including the Pennsylvania Turnpike, as well as other major roadways in Harrisburg, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Traffic information for the majority of this network includes incident reports such as crashes, construction activities and, starting in November, winter road conditions. Additionally, average traffic speeds are available for several interstates and other major roadways in urban areas.

For more information, visit PennDOT’s 511 Web site at: www.511pa.com.

09.03.09