About 511SJV
In 2000, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) designated 511 as the national travel information telephone number. Currently, there are fifty 511 services available to the traveling public operating nationwide.
511SJV is your one-stop phone and web source for information for San Joaquin Valley travelers. Information is provided for real-time traffic conditions, public transit, ridesharing, and bicycling. 511SJV provides up-to-the-minute traffic conditions via Caltrans traffic map QuickMap. For more information about QuickMap, click here: http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/trafficMapFaq.html
Additional data is provided by traffic monitoring devices such as traffic cameras and traffic congestion sensors. Local law enforcement agencies, fire departments and emergency medical technicians also contribute information for the 511SJV system.
511SJV greatly benefits motorists and commuters. Using any 511SJV resources, travelers can make informed decisions about planning trips, alternate routes and departure times. This improves individual travelers' trips, and helps reduce congestion, and improves road safety.
FAQs FOR THE SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY 511 SYSTEM
What is 511SJV (San Joaquin Valley)?
511SJV is a one-stop phone and web source for information for San Joaquin Valley travelers. Information is provided for real-time traffic conditions, public transit, ridesharing, and bicycling. 511SJV provides up-to-the-minute traffic conditions via Caltrans traffic map QuickMap.
What kind of travel information does calling 511 provide?
511 provides automated, near real-time road conditions and travel weather (both current and forecasted) information for Interstate, U.S., or state highways in the San Joaquin Valley and the rest of California. Travelers can also get information from all of the transit agencies in the San Joaquin Valley.
When can I call 511?
You can call anytime-24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.
Can I call 511 from anywhere?
Yes. When 5-1-1 is dialed, a connection will be made to the local 511 service. For example, if you are in the San Joaquin Valley and dial 5-1-1, you will be given information concerning the San Joaquin Valley. However, if you are in the Bay Area and dial 5-1-1, you will be given information concerning the Bay Area.
How does calling 511 work?
Just call 5-1-1 from any cellphone in the San Joaquin Valley to be connected to a computerized menu-driven system that will guide you to travel-related information concerning the San Joaquin Valley.
Who provided the funding to pay for the original 511SJV website?
Caltrans District 6 provided the funding to pay capital expenses to build the original website and pay for switching costs to offer wireless access to 511.
What agency hosted the original 511sjv website?
The City of Fresno has graciously hosted the website for over nine years, over six years longer than initially planned.
Why has the 511sjv site moved to Fresno COG’s new Valley Rides website?
It was the convergence of a natural fit and good timing. The City of Fresno had hosted the site long past its initial obligation and was looking to move it to a more permanent place. Fortunately, at that same time, Fresno COG was completely revamping the Valley Rides site and merging the 511sjv information with the new site makes good sense because both sites provide information for travelers.
Real-time Traffic & Road Conditions Map: http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/
Freeway Service Patrol
Fresno COG, Caltrans and the California Highway Patrol implement a Freeway Service Patrol along Freeways 41, 99, 168 and 180 through the Fresno/Clovis area during the weekday peak travel hours of 7 – 9 a.m. and 3:30 – 6:30 p.m. This service is free of charge and can include on-the-spot quick fixes or towing services to stranded motorists.
511SJV Partners
California Department of Transportation - Caltrans
Fresno Council of Governments
Kern Council of Governments
Kings County Association of Governments
Madera County Transportation Commission
Merced County Association of Governments
San Joaquin Council of Governments
Stanislaus Council of Governments
Tulare County Association of Governments