Northwood News ♦ December 2011

Maryland Begins 511 Service for Traffic Information

By Jacquie Bokow

The Maryland Department of Transportation has launched a new official travel information service called Maryland 511.  Travel information is provided through the internet at www.md511.org, by phone at 511 (for those in Maryland or key roads in the District of Columbia and Northern Virginia), or by smartphone.  Those outside Maryland can call 1.855.GOMD511 (466.3511).

Maryland 511 provides users with real-time traffic information, transportation alternatives, and links to tourism spots across the State.  Travelers will be able to access information on:

• Traffic conditions,
• Live traffic camera feeds,
• Highway construction updates,
• Weather conditions and forecasts,
• Transit and airport information, and
• Toll facility information.

Travelers can also follow the latest information from Maryland 511 on Twitter, which can be accessed from the Maryland 511 website.

Personalize Your Travel Information

You can now quickly access traffic conditions for your commute and other frequent trips you make.  The service is free and easy to use.  Just set up your profile online to use My Maryland 511:

• Click on the “Register Now” button and create your user profile.
• Set up your traffic and travel time preferences.
• Verify your account upon receiving confirmation via email.