MADISON, Wis. (WXPR) — Travelers with smart phones now have access to more information about the roadways.
The Department of Transportation’s free smart phone app is available for Apple and Android devices says Gina Paige, a public information specialist for the DOT. She says, “The 511 Mobile Wisconsin app is available for free download. It provides up- to- date traffic information at the tip of your fingertips. You have access to traffic incidents, delays, backups, closures work zones and weather related road conditions.”
The 511 app also has nearly 400 traffic camera feeds to view road conditions. It also estimates travel times and speeds for highly traveled routes, relays road work information and if there’s a significant traffic incident.
Paige says you can download the app on the Google Store or Apple Store.
by Ken Krall, WXPR