API Documentation
The REST API provides simple interfaces to most of the data available on the Alaska 511 website. The REST API enables developers to access essential data on the Alaska 511 website including Cameras, Message Signs, Events, Alerts, Road Conditions, Airports, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, Weather Stations, Bridges. This API enables developers to create mobile traffic apps for Alaska.
Notes:- Requires a developer key. For most calls, query string 'key' parameter is required.
- Throttling is enabled. Ten calls every 60 seconds.
Developer API Key
A registered account is needed before you can sign up for a Developer API key. For new users, sign up for an account; otherwise log in and then you can request for an API key here. The Developer API key info will display here as well.
The following outlines the resources available via the Alaska 511 API.
| Resource | Description |
|---|---|
| Cameras |
Returns all cameras. |
| Message Signs |
Returns all VMS. |
| Events |
Returns all traffic events. |
| Alerts |
Returns all alert notifications. |
| Road Conditions |
Returns current road conditions. |
| Airports |
Returns all airports. |
| Electric Vehicle Charging Stations |
Returns all electric vehicle chargers. |
| Weather Stations |
Returns all weather stations. |
| Bridges |
Returns all bridges. |