Motorists should see signs of progress now that construction is underway on Phase 4 of the President George Bush Turnpike Western Extension (PGBT WE), also known as State Highway (SH) 161.
Prairie Link Constructors began initial construction on Phase 4 of the PGBT WE in May. Construction activities include installing erosion control devices and delivering equipment to the I-30 interchange area in anticipation of starting excavation activities.
PGBT WE is an 11.5-mile natural extension of the Bush Turnpike that extends from SH 183 in Irving to I-20 in Grand Prairie. Phase 4 of the project includes main lanes in each direction from North Carrier Parkway to I-20 and interchanges at Read More ›
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The NTTA is moving forward on converting the remainder of its System to all-electronic, or cashless, toll collection (all-ETC) before the end of the year. Construction on the Dallas North Tollway from Interstate 635 to Parker Road will begin in late May/early June 2010. Initial construction will focus on installing the new main lane gantry (MLG) at Trinity Mills Road and the new MLG just south of Parker Road. Although traffic will shift during this first phase of construction, all six main lanes of traffic will remain open during peak travel Read More ›
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TollTag Basics:
Answers to Your QuestionsQ. I’m a TollTag customer. Why did I get a violation notice?
A. TollTag customers might receive ZipCash invoices and violations notices for two primary reasons. First, if the vehicle information listed in your account does not reflect the actual vehicle you were driving, you will receive a ZipCash invoice for the tolls. Read More ›
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Win Big on TollTag Tuesdays!The NTTA, in partnership with CBS Radio, launched the TollTag Tuesdays campaign to reward TollTag customers for driving the new President George Bush Turnpike Western Extension (PGBT WE), also known as State Highway (SH) 161. Read More ›
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Holiday ClosingsThe NTTA Customer Service Center, TollTag Store and Administrative Offices will be closed Saturday, May 29, and Monday, May 31, 2010, in observance of Memorial Day. All NTTA toll roads, main lane and ramp plazas will be open during the holiday. Read More ›
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Project Updates
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Public Meeting Scheduled for SH 360 Corridor Project
The NTTA and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will conduct a public meeting from 6 to 8 p.m. on June 24, 2010, to discuss the proposed State Highway (SH) 360 project, which is Section 1 from Green Oaks Boulevard/Kingswood Boulevard to U.S. 287 in Tarrant and Ellis counties. Read More ›
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NTTA Newswire
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Partnership with ACE Cash Express Launches
The NTTA launched its partnership with ACE Cash Express on May 12 to provide additional locations for motorists to pay their ZipCash invoices and to open and load cash-backed TollTag accounts as the Authority moves forward transitioning the remainder of its system to all-electronic toll collection (all-ETC). Read More ›
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New Web Pages Provide Updates
The NTTA is enhancing its open and honest communications – a goal identified in its strategic plan – by launching several new web pages containing information ranging from all-electronic toll collection (all-ETC) and government affairs to where to get a TollTag. Read More ›
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Safe-T Buzz Tip
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Safe-T Buzz Tip: How to Spot a Drunk Driver
 The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration provides the following clues to help distinguish between nighttime drunk and sober drivers. If you see a driver you suspect may be drunk, stay a safe distance behind the vehicle and call 9-1-1. Read More ›
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