Parts from DMS near their end of life are used to extend the life of DMS in critical locations.
Iowa DOT
Adaptive Signal Control Technology to Change Traffic Patterns
Iowa DOT is using Adaptive Signal Control Technology to adapt to changing traffic patterns to optimize traffic flow and help with traffic variability.
Incident Management Plans Accessible Online
Iowa DOT creates pre-planned alternate routes and maintains a web-based display of Traffic Incident Management Plans and Alternate Route plans used when major incidents require a freeway or highway closure.
Real-Time Arrow Board Status Information
In 2019, the Iowa DOT had access to 5 equipped arrow boards with reporting capabilities (Street Smart, iCone, Ver-Mac) to provide real-time arrow board status information to the vendor’s server.
Waze Reports Added as a Layer on the Iowa DOT 511 Website
Waze reports on Iowa DOT’s traveler information website are labeled as citizen updates, reported by Waze, on their own layer and in the map legend. Waze has been a valuable resource to Iowa DOT for both traveler information and operations in more populated areas, but may not be as valuable in less populated areas with fewer Waze reports.
Automated Video Request Tool
Iowa DOT developed an automated process and tool for video requests.