What is a MDSS?

 

A MDSS is a computer-based, customizable tool that provides winter maintenance personnel with route-specific weather forecast information and treatment recommendations. 

 

Benefits of MDSS include:

 

• Optimized treatment recommendations for treatment type, application rate, and timing
  
• More efficient use of salt and other deicing materials
  
• Reduced environmental impact from deicing chemicals
  
• Better use of manpower and equipment
  
• Near real-time road condition reporting
  
• Training for new and seasoned maintenance personnel using historical playback

All of these translate into a safer and more efficient transportation system.

 

Registration is available online at www.utahltap.org.  Click on PDS-MDSS, Omaha, NE. You may register online or download and fax form to (435)797-1582.

 

Accommodations are available at:    The Comfort Inn & Suites, 7007 Grover Street, Omaha, NE 68106.  (402) 934-4900  Simply ask for the "MDSS Rate"

    www.choicehotels.com/hotel/NE090

 

Overflow reservations need to be made on your own at the following areas:

South 72nd Street:  Holiday Inn, Baymont Inn,  DoubleTree Guest Suites

Old Market Area:  Embassy Suites, Courtyard by Marriott, Hilton Garden Inn, Magnolia, DoubleTree

 

For further questions you may call (435) 797-2931 or email utahltap@cc.usu.edu.