The New England 511 Travel Information System
Real-Time Traveler Information Across New England
Established through Federal Communications Commission guidelines and Department of Transportation initiatives, the 511 system provides real-time traffic updates, highway conditions, and transit details to travelers across the country.
Throughout New England, dialing 511 gives drivers instant access to live travel updates, weather alerts, road closures, and emergency notices. By providing actionable information before motorists reach traffic bottlenecks, 511 signage plays a crucial role in managing regional traffic flow and reducing congestion.
Key Features of the 511 System
The New England 511 network connects drivers with critical highway and public transportation updates via automated phone menus and connected roadway services:
Real-Time Traffic & Incidents
Get immediate reports on vehicle crashes, construction delays, lane closures, and alternative route recommendations along key interstates and state highways.
Severe Weather & Road Status
Stay informed about winter driving conditions, flash flooding, plowing operations, and mountain pass closures across northern New England corridors.
Transit & Airport Connections
Access schedule updates, paratransit services, and departure details for regional public transportation authorities and regional airports.
Why 511 Highway Signage is Essential
Advance highway placards notifying motorists to dial 511 ensure locals and visitors alike take full advantage of free state travel information:
- Reduces Congestion: Prompts drivers to check travel times and take alternate routes before encountering active work zones.
- Improves Driving Safety: Keeps commuters informed of sudden hazards, fog, ice, and highway incidents upstream.
- Encourages Eco-Friendly Routing: Helps drivers avoid idling in traffic gridlock, reducing fuel consumption and emissions.
- Full MUTCD Compliance: High-visibility blue 511 signs manufactured strictly to state DOT and federal standards.
Buy Official New England 511 System Signs
Ensure drivers across your municipality or highway project stay informed. Worksafe Traffic Control Industries, Inc. manufactures durable, 3M™ retroreflective 511 signs engineered to withstand harsh New England weather conditions.