Road Conditions and Work Zones
WV 511: Real-Time Traffic and Road Conditions
The West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) provides travelers with up-to-the-minute information through the WV 511 system. Whether you are commuting to work or planning a trip across the state, WV 511 is your primary resource for traffic incidents, construction updates, weather alerts, and live camera feeds.
Transportation Management Center (TMC)
Headquarters
Charleston, WV
Operations
The West Virginia Transportation Management Center operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, monitoring traffic conditions and coordinating incident response across the state's highway system.
Core Functions:
- Real-time traffic monitoring via CCTV cameras
- Incident detection and verification
- Dynamic message sign (DMS) management
- Traffic data collection and archiving
- Coordination with emergency services
- Winter weather monitoring and response
Wheeling Tunnel Satellite TMC
Wheeling, WV
WV511 - Traveler Information System
The TMC manages West Virginia's 511 Traveler Information System, providing real-time traffic and road condition information to the public.
Intelligent Transportation Systems
The TMC manages West Virginia's ITS infrastructure including:
Surveillance Systems
CCTV cameras, traffic detectors, and weather sensors
Communication Systems
Dynamic message signs, highway advisory radio, and 511 traveler information
Data Systems
Traffic flow monitoring, travel time estimation, and performance metrics
For Travelers
Get real-time traffic information by dialing 511 or visiting wv511.org
