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Wondering whether there's a traffic jam ahead? nearest year, you might be able to dial 511 and find on the outside

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking a company to create a traveler information service accessible by the agency of phone, similar to those in 24 other states.

The hypothesis in which motorists could dial 511 to find disclosed about traffic congestion and tarnished weather, would combine several toll- liberated numbers in operation now. single is for interstate highway conditions. Others provide updates for the Chicago and St Louis areas and the Illinois tollway body

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It's taken pair years and $150,000 in consulting give a fee tos to create the concept, on the other hand IDOT is ready to pass

"We know what we're looking for," spokesman Matt Vanover said.

Officials sense of possible fulfilment to add features that more specifically help motorists find the best path -- for example, pinpointing roads around a harmony or ballgame to see if there's a traffic jam.

And the scheme could be tied to mass transit arrangements so travelers could determine if a train or bus might be a better option.

The arrangement could cost $1 million annually to operate, officials said.

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