What is a traffic management centre?
Traffic management centres (TMCs) are a purposely designed facility that monitors, collects, co-ordinates and distributes real-time traffic information to provide an efficient response to actual road conditions. Traffic is monitored via cameras and field staff to provide relevant, real-time and accurate information about conditions on major roads in the region. Electronic message signs located along major roads are updated to provide motorists with information on traffic problems ahead. They also work closely with radio stations throughout Queensland to provide regular updates on traffic incidents. Their aim is to: • Provide up-to-date information on traffic conditions (road and lane closures, traffic reports, maintenance and construction work); • Minimise congestion at incident sites by diverting traffic to alternative routes; • Improve clearance times of incident sites; and • Maintain efficient road links to commercial, industrial, social recreational, cultural and residential facili
