Radar Operations Center

The Radar Operations Center (ROC) is a National Weather Service (NWS) unit that coordinates the development, maintenance, and training for the NEXRAD weather radar network.

Official Site

Goals

• Provide centralized operations support for the WSR-88D units.
• Enhance and maintain software and hardware for NEXRAD radars.
• Offer field assistance and training for radar operations.

Sponsor

• National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
• National Weather Service (NWS)

Creation

Established in 1988 in Norman, Oklahoma, by the NEXRAD Agencies to support the WSR-88D radar network, which includes the

• National Weather Service
• Department of Defense
• Federal Aviation Administration

Funding

Funding for the ROC comes from NOAA's budget, specifically allocated for the maintenance and development of the NEXRAD system. Specific funding details are not publicly disclosed, but it is part of ongoing NOAA appropriations.

Leadership

The title of the leader of the program is **Director**.

Website

https://www.roc.noaa.gov

Social Media Accounts

• *X (formerly Twitter): @NEXRADROC

Wikipedia Article

wikipedia:Radar Operations Center