Tolls now enforced on 183A -- Toll Roads

As many of us may have heard or seen, the Texas Department of Transportation has developed new toll roads throughout the state giving Texans more options for travel. The toll roads first opened its lanes (free of charge) to the public in March of this year. However, the cost of the toll fare was reduced to half price in June and the full price took effect as of July. The state’s purpose for the development of these new toll roads is to reduce traffic congestion, increase our safety, improve the air quality, and to expand economic opportunity.

One particular toll road that I would like to point out is the located near Lakeline Boulevard called toll road 183A. In one day, about 5,000 drivers have used this toll road without paying the necessary fees. Drivers who have used the toll road without paying on more than three occasions, will receive a “Notice of Toll Violation” in the mail. The cost of this violation comes with a $5 administrative fee. However, if you decide to get a TxTag they will waive the $5 administrative fee. In addition, habitual offenders could face a $250 fine and have their information referred to a collection agency. Part of the confusion to whether or not drivers need to pay, originates from the fact that drivers pay at one toll booth then a few blocks later they find themselves illegally passing through another toll booth. I believe that this article will prove to be helpful to all drivers who live or travel in this area.

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