Winter Weather Hub
Safety on the roadways, for plow operations and the traveling public, is our number one priority.
Please use available resources like SD511 when planning winter travel.
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Road Condition Photos
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2026-2027 Photo Album
No current winter photos are available.
Previous Winter Photos
March 2026
SD511 Counties and Tribes Information
(Example map of tribal and county road conditions displayed on SD511.org)
Tribes and counties will be able to enter their No Travel Advisories and Road Closures directly into SDDOT’s SD511 Traveler Information System. This localized information advances communication efforts for South Dakota travelers. Working side-by-side with statewide agency partners is vital to the maintenance and enhancement of the transportation system.
Seasonal Snowplow Operator Positions Available!
Assisting with snow removal on our roadways helps support your local community and provides an invaluable service to South Dakota.
Find a career that fits your needs with the opportunity to work seasonally as a snowplow operator in your community.
Webinar – Preparation for Winter Weather – Travel Resources
On Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026, from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. (CT), the South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT), in conjunction with the South Dakota Highway Patrol and the National Weather Service (NWS), will host an online Pre‑Winter Travel Resource and Safety Webinar via Zoom. The virtual resource webinar will be open to all media, local and state agencies, as well as the general public.
During the webinar, information will be shared about the 2026–2027 winter weather forecast from the NWS. SDDOT and Highway Patrol staff will provide information about winter maintenance operations, safety tips, as well as the many resources available to travelers for informed travel decisions during winter weather.
“Winter after winter, SDDOT works to ensure South Dakota’s highways remain safe and accessible. The work we do supports everything from family travel to the movement of goods that sustain our economy,” said Operations Director, Craig Smith. “With continued enhancements to our winter alert tools and the SD511 system, drivers can stay informed with real‑time updates during changing weather conditions.”
SDDOT and HP will also discuss statewide winter travel tools and safety systems designed to advance safety during winter driving conditions.
Webinar Registration:
https://state-sd.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6avV4EfXT6KL3psh8c_NKA
Contact Information
SDDOT Communications Office: dot.communications@state.sd.us
