511 Advanced Traveler Information System

In July 2000, the Federal Communications Commission designated 511 as the national traveler information phone number. Louisiana is the 24th state to provide the 511 services to the public, since the need for a statewide 511 systems was realized in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. 

The original 511 systems were launched on September 2005, and since then DOTD has made significant enhancements to ensure continuity of its operations. DOTD currently uses 511 ATIS as a platform to provide real-time access to traffic and traveler information statewide.

511 is Louisiana's official, easy-to-remember traveler information service. 511 provides continual updates about weather-related road conditions, road work, commercial vehicle restrictions, road closures and other travel information via the phone, internet, or free downloadable mobile app.

The components included in the 511LA systems are:

• 511LA Website – www.511la.org
• 511LA Mobile App – Available for iOS and Android devices 
• 511LA Interactive Voice Response - Dial 511
• 511LA Notifications - Email Alerts and Text Alerts

Available travel information in 511