# Road511 Trucking MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > Road511 Trucking MCP. Access real-time trucking data including routes, bridge clearances, weigh stations, and truck stops across the US and Canada. Use it to plan compliant routes and monitor weight restrictions through your AI agent. ## Overview - **Category:** shipping-logistics - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_eaQJcDn6JcDwbQYIRH7dYgTYTEbyynyIT88cK2iX/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** truck-routing, fleet-compliance, bridge-clearance, weigh-stations, logistics-planning, freight-corridors ## Description Road511 Trucking MCP lets you take control of North American truck route planning through natural conversation. Instead of jumping between various state DOT websites to check bridge clearances or weigh station hours, you can ask your AI agent to do the heavy lifting. You can find truck stops with enough parking for a 53-foot trailer, identify seasonal weight restrictions before you hit the pavement, and locate rest areas along major highways. It handles the data gathering for freight corridors and traffic incidents so you can focus on moving loads safely and on time. By connecting this through the Vinkius marketplace, you turn your AI client into a dedicated logistics analyst that knows the rules of the road across the US and Canada. It takes the guesswork out of compliance. You can see which bypass programs are active, check real-time parking availability, and get a clear picture of traffic disruptions before they cause delays. For a dispatcher, that means fewer calls from drivers asking where to park. For an owner-operator, it means avoiding those expensive tickets for weight violations. It's a way to keep the wheels turning without the constant friction of manual data entry. ## Tools ### get_rest_areas Find rest areas and driver facilities along highways with specific amenities and operating hours. It helps with driver rest planning and finding comfortable stops. ### get_trucking_summary Get a high-level overview of the available trucking data and system statistics. Use this to see what data is available in specific regions. ### get_truck_incidents Pull current traffic incidents, construction zones, and road closures affecting trucks. This helps you plan detours and estimate delivery times. ### get_truck_parking Locate truck parking facilities and check for real-time availability and capacity. It is essential for staying compliant with Hours of Service rules. ### get_truck_routes Retrieve official STAA truck routes and NHFN freight corridors across the US and Canada. Use this to find official designated truck paths. ### get_truck_stops Find truck stops and travel plazas with details on fuel, food, and repair services. This helps with trip planning and identifying services along a route. ### get_weigh_stations Identify weigh station locations, operating hours, and bypass program participation. Use this to plan routes that include or avoid specific stations. ### get_weight_restrictions Look up seasonal and permanent weight limits on specific roads and jurisdictions. This helps you avoid fines and ensure your load is legal. ### get_bridge_clearances Query the National Bridge Inventory for vertical clearance heights to avoid low bridges. Use this to plan safe paths for oversized loads. ### get_trucking_health Check the status of the API and data source connectivity across different jurisdictions. This helps you troubleshoot integration issues and ensure data is fresh. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` Are there any weight restrictions for trucks on I-90 in Montana right now? ``` **Response:** ``` I've checked the current weight restrictions for I-90 in Montana. Here is what you need to know: * **Seasonal Restrictions:** There are temporary weight limits in effect due to bridge maintenance in the mountain passes. * **Specific Limits:** Trucks over 80,000 lbs are restricted on certain secondary roads. * **Jurisdiction:** These rules apply to all active freight corridors in the region. Would you like me to check specific road names or nearby rest areas? ``` **Prompt:** ``` Find me some truck stops with fuel and showers near Des Moines, Iowa. ``` **Response:** ``` I found several truck stops and travel plazas within the Des Moines area with the amenities you requested: | Facility | Amenities | Distance | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **TA Travel Center** | Fuel, Showers, Food, Repair | 4.2 miles | | **Pilot Flying J** | Fuel, Showers, Laundry | 7.8 miles | | **Love's Travel Stop** | Fuel, Dog Wash | 12.1 miles | All locations have real-time parking availability. Let me know if you need more details on any of these. ``` **Prompt:** ``` Show me the weigh stations on I-5 in Oregon and tell me which ones have PrePass. ``` **Response:** ``` Here are the weigh stations along I-5 in Oregon with their current status: * **Ashland (Northbound):** Open 24/7. Supports **PrePass** and **Drivewyze**. * **Eugene (Northbound):** Open 24/7. Supports **PrePass** and **Drivewyze**. * **Salem (Northbound):** Open 24/7. Supports **PrePass** and **Drivewyze**. Would you like me to check the bypass program participation for any other stations? ``` ## Capabilities ### Check bridge heights Query the National Bridge Inventory to find vertical clearance heights for specific routes. ### Find truck parking and stops Locate truck stops and parking facilities with real-time availability and amenity details. ### Locate weigh stations Identify weigh station locations, operating hours, and bypass program participation. ### Monitor weight limits Look up seasonal and permanent weight restrictions on specific roads and jurisdictions. ### Track traffic incidents Pull current traffic incidents, construction zones, and road closures affecting trucks. ### Get route geometry Retrieve official STAA truck routes and NHFN freight corridors across the US and Canada. ### Check system health Monitor API availability and data source connectivity across different jurisdictions. ## Use Cases ### Finding parking for a driver in Chicago A dispatcher needs to find a spot for a driver in Chicago. They ask the agent to find truck parking within 30 miles of the city center using get_truck_parking. ### Verifying heights for oversized loads A planner needs to know if a specific route has low bridges. They use get_bridge_clearances to verify heights before the truck leaves. ### Checking seasonal weight limits An owner-operator wants to know the weight limits for a mountain pass. They check get_weight_restrictions to ensure the load is legal. ### Monitoring corridor disruptions A logistics manager wants to see if there are major incidents on I-80. They use get_truck_incidents to find closures and detours. ## Benefits - Avoid costly fines by checking weight limits with get_weight_restrictions. - Stop worrying about low bridges by querying vertical heights with get_bridge_clearances. - Find safe parking faster using get_truck_parking to stay HOS compliant. - Identify fuel and food stops easily with get_truck_stops. - Stay ahead of road closures and construction by monitoring get_truck_incidents. - Access official freight corridors quickly with get_truck_routes. ## How It Works The bottom line is you get a single interface for all North American trucking regulations and facilities. 1. Subscribe to the Road511 Trucking MCP on Vinkius. 2. Add your Road511 API key to the configuration. 3. Ask your AI agent to pull specific trucking data or plan routes. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Can the Road511 Trucking MCP find specific truck parking?** Yes, it pulls real-time availability and capacity for truck parking facilities across the US and Canada. **Does Road511 Trucking MCP show bridge heights?** Yes, it queries the National Bridge Inventory to give you vertical clearance heights for specific routes. **Can I use Road511 Trucking MCP to find weigh stations?** Yes, it provides locations, hours of operation, and bypass program information for weigh stations. **Does Road511 Trucking MCP cover all of North America?** Yes, it provides trucking data for both the US and Canada. **Can Road511 Trucking MCP help with seasonal weight limits?** Yes, it monitors both seasonal and permanent weight restrictions across various jurisdictions. **Can I use Road511 Trucking MCP to see active road incidents?** Yes, it tracks construction, closures, and incidents specifically affecting truck routes to help you plan detours. **Can my AI check for low bridges on a truck route in California?** Yes! Use the `get_bridge_clearances` tool with jurisdiction=CA to get all bridge clearance data for California. You can also filter by bounding box or radius from specific coordinates. The API returns bridge locations, clearance heights in feet, bridge identifiers, and road names. This is essential for truck height compliance planning and avoiding low-bridge incidents. **How do I find truck parking near a specific location for HOS compliance?** Use the `get_truck_parking` tool with lat, lon, and radius parameters to find truck parking facilities near your current location. For example: lat=41.8781, lon=-87.6298, radius=50 finds parking within 50km of Chicago. Results include facility names, coordinates, capacity information, and amenity details. This is critical for Hours of Service (HOS) compliance planning and safe rest stop identification. **Are there any seasonal weight restrictions affecting my route right now?** Use the `get_weight_restrictions` tool with jurisdiction and status=active to find all current weight restrictions in a state or province. You can also filter by specific road name (e.g., road=I-94) to check restrictions on a particular highway. Returns restriction details, weight limits, effective dates, and affected road segments. Essential for avoiding weight violation fines and planning compliant loads.