Traffic Information Dissemination
Definition:
This market package reflects the VDOT NRO MPSTOC-TOC's ability to provide traffic information to drivers using roadway equipment such as dynamic message signs or highway advisory radio. The VDOT NRO MPSTOC -TOC disseminates a wide range of information including traffic and road conditions, road closure and detour information, incident information, and emergency alerts and driver advisories. Incident information detected by the NRO Local Public Safety Centers and Virgina State Police are also provided to the VDOT NRO MPSTOC -TOC for proper message postings. The VDOT NRO MPSTOC - TOC provides maintenance and construction activity to drivers based on information it receives from the VDOT NOVA District Maintenance and VDOT NRO Operations Maintenance. The market package also represents the VDOT NRO MPSTOC -TOC's plans to share incident information with the Virginia Statewide Information Clearinghouse and Private Sector ISP Centers for pre-trip or en-route dissemination to the public.
Market Package Diagram
Elements Associated with Traffic Information Dissemination
- IEN (Information Exchange Network)
- NRO Local Public Safety Centers
- Private Sector ISP Centers
- RITIS
- VDOT NOVA District Maintenance
- VDOT NRO MPSTOC - TOC
- VDOT NRO MPSTOC - TOC DMS
- VDOT NRO Operations Maintenance
- VDOT NRO TFO
- VSP Center - MPSTOC