SHERMAN, Texas — The Texas Department of Transportation and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation have signed an agreement to share real-time traffic data between the two states, creating a seamless flow of roadway information across the Red River region.
The center-to-center data connection will allow each agency to exchange traffic camera imagery, incident reports, dynamic message sign status, traffic flow data, lane closure and work zone information, travel times, and environmental sensor readings. The system-to-system integration means both states can monitor conditions on the other side of the border without manual coordination.
"This collaboration lays the foundation for a more connected and resilient transportation network across our region," said ODOT Secretary of Transportation Tim Gatz. "By aligning our systems and sharing critical data, we are better equipped to serve the public and respond to both everyday conditions and emergency situations."
The agreement was driven in part by travel demands created by the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to TxDOT. The tournament has brought increased cross-border traffic along major corridors including US-75 and I-35, which connect North Texas with southern Oklahoma through Grayson County.
