FDOT District Six Supports Traffic Coordination for National Football Games

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District Six Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSM&O) Office led traffic coordination efforts to support the Orange Bowl and the College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship games at Hard Rock Stadium in January. These college football games brought significant traffic demand across the region and required comprehensive planning to mitigate impacts and promote safe and reliable travel during this time.

 

The TSM&O Office worked with state, local, and federal agencies, including the Florida Highway Patrol, Florida’s Turnpike, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, and stadium operations staff. The Office developed a multi-pronged traffic management plan that identified dedicated resources, primary and diversion routes, traveler information protocols, and escalation notification procedures.

 

To support real-time operations, the District deployed on-site staff at Hard Rock Stadium and assigned dedicated operators at the SunGuide Transportation Management Center (STMC) to monitor traffic conditions near the Golden Glades Interchange. Road Rangers and Incident Response Vehicles were strategically located for the quick clearance of road-blocking events.  Special event messaging was created for the dynamic message signs and the Florida 511 Traveler Information System. Additionally, an escalation notification procedure was created to inform FDOT Central Office and key partners if an unplanned emergency happened during this time.

 

Traffic planning for special events is a critical priority for FDOT District Six, especially as South Florida continues to gain prominence on a global scale. By developing comprehensive, multi-agency coordination plans, the District strengthens preparedness and ensures an effective, well-coordinated response during these high-profile events.