NITTEC provides real time traffic and roadway information to improve traffic
flows and enhance emergency assistance for motorists using the transportation
system. Real time information reduces secondary incidents and improves response
time by police and emergency vehicles. NITTEC provides real time driving
conditions to help motorists make informed decisions so they reach their
destinations, safely and efficiently.
System Components
NITTEC was developed to help get you where you are going more safely and
efficiently. Less time spent in congested traffic means less energy
consumption, less air pollution, and reliable travel times for personal and
business travel.
Traffic Operations Center (TOC)
The NITTEC 24-hour centralized operation center that collects and analyzes
real-time traffic information for the purpose of distribution to NITTEC
members, stakeholders and the public.
Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)
This system of cameras provides the TOC with live images of the highway network
to identify traffic congestion and assist in incident detection, verification
and clearance.
Dynamic Message Signs (DMS)
A series of signs stationed along the highway network that are capable of
displaying various messages that inform motorists of traffic conditions.
Highway Advisory Radio (HAR)
Radio system to advise motorists of traffic conditions that may affect their
travel, operating in conjunction with an advisory sign system that notified
motorists when a radio message is playing.
TRANSMIT
A system that gathers vehicle travel time information that can be used for
detection of vehicular incidents, traffic congestion, and for notification of
existing travel times.
Road Weather Information System (RWIS)
A series of sensors that gather weather and road information that can be used to
provide motorists with travel condition forecasts and to assist maintenance
crews with the efficient treatment of highway surfaces.
Skyway Closing System
An advanced warning system that alerts motorists to closures on the Buffalo
Skyway in an effort to reduce delays and increase safety.
Advanced Traffic Controllers (ATC)
A series of traffic counting stations that transmit real-time traffic
information to the TOC to assist in incident detection and response and
identify traffic congestion.