New Cameras on AZ Freeways for Commercial Trucks Only

    If you are driving some of the freeways in Arizona, you may have noticed new cameras installed alongside freeways. But it should be noted, these are NOT speed cameras. 

These are part of a new program rolled out by ADOT to help with commercial trucking inspections. 

In each area that a camera is stationed, there will also be sensors in the pavement. 

The way it works is this:

A commercial truck drives over the sensors. At the same time that the sensors are registering weight, etc, the camera is taking pictures. They will capture any documentation required to be visible on commercial trucks (standard family cars are not heavy enough to trigger the camera). 

If the system finds that the truck is not compliant to state mandatory regulations, electronic signs will direct them to pull over for a second inspection. The good news is that truckers that are compliant will be allowed to move right along. They will not be burdoned with random stops. 

Basically, ADOTs goal with this new program is to help commercial truckers that are following regulations, as well as delegate manpower to other areas needed. 

This new system is said to roll out actively within a month. 

Below is a list of the camera inspection locations:

• McGuireville Rest Area (Interstate 17 between Flagstaff and Camp Verde) technology operational in May 2015
• Canoa Ranch Rest Area (Interstate 19 between Tucson and Nogales) technology operational in June 2015
• Sacaton Rest Area (Interstate 10 between Phoenix and Casa Grande) technology operational in July 2015

#commercialtrucking #interstatedrivers #truckingindustryupdates #adottruckingcameras #adotinspectioncameras

Sources:

Www.Abc15.com

Www.Trivalleycentral.com