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999


Cellular motorist assistance phone number center for the Chicago Metropolitan area. Cellular calls to *999 are free of charge with underwriting provided by cellular service providers. Calls are redirected to a central location and information is passed to appropriate authorities. Mostly used to report traffic situations or travelers in need of assi [..]
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1/2 entrance


Indicates a partial closure of an entrance ramp. Traffic is still able to pass. See also Entrance Ramp.
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1/2 exit


Indicates a partial closure of an exit ramp. Traffic is still able to pass. See also Exit Ramp.
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advanced traffic management system


Regional systems aimed at optimizing traffic flow for a set of roads or the entire region. Elements typically include sensors to monitor traffic flow, centrally programmable traffic signals, automated highway signs, computers and telecommunications technology.
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advanced traveler information system


System which provides travelers with information designed to help them plan routes. This information can be web-based traffic information, broadcast traffic reports, in-car computerized maps and dynamic message signs.
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amtrak


Informal name for the National Railroad Passenger Corporation created by the federal government to operate the nation's intercity passenger rail services.
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atis


See Advanced Traveler Information System.
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atms


See Advanced Traffic Management System.
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attenuator


A traffic barrier designed to compress under impact.
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borman atms


An Advanced Traffic Management System operated to manage traffic on the Borman Expressway (I-80/I-94) in Northwest Indiana.
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