The 511 area code is a special purpose code designated for traveler information services across the United States, replacing various local numbers for consistent access.
The 511 area code is a special purpose code designated for traveler information services across the United States, replacing various local numbers for consistent access.
USDOT petitions FCC for nationwide N11 code for traveler information
FCC designates 511 as the national travel information number
First 511 traveler information system launched in Cincinnati area
First 511 traveler information system launched in Cincinnati
FCC assigns 511 as a national abbreviated dialing code for travel information
First statewide 511 traveler information system launched in Nebraska
Nebraska launches statewide 511 system
Nebraska implemented its statewide 511 traveler information system in October 2001, providing comprehensive traffic and weather info across the state.
Washington State launches 511 traveler information service
Virginia 511 system expands to statewide coverage
Canada assigns 511 for traveler info
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission officially assigned the 511 code for traveler information services in Canada on July 28, 2006.
CRTC assigns 511 as the access code for weather and traveller information in Canada
Florida's Central Florida 511 system launched
Central Florida launched its 511 traveler information system in 2006, becoming one of the most used in the nation.
WSDOT deactivates 511 in Washington
Pennsylvania launches statewide 511 traveler information system
West Virginia implements 511 traveler information system
Yukon 511 service launched
Yukon Government launched its 511 traveler information service in 2012, providing real-time traffic and weather info.
Alberta 511 service launched
Alberta launched its 511 road report service in 2013, providing traffic and weather info across the province.