Why doesn GDOT give out alternate routes?
We do not generally give out alternate routes because NaviGAtor covers only interstates and state routes. Current conditions on secondary roads are often unknown. In the event of a major incident or construction project, local surface streets may become just as congested or more so than interstates. Providing alternate routes without knowing current conditions may redirect a motorist from one heavily-congested route to another. Sometimes, however, we may recommend certain interstates or state routes during major ongoing incidents or construction projects. The best plan of action is to avoid delays by knowing your alternates in advance and using MyNaviGAtor, a free subscriber service that sends customized travel alerts to your PDA, cell phone, or e-mail (your carrier’s airtime and messaging fees may apply).
