The NTTA has launched a new Government Affairs web page for customers, elected officials and other stakeholders as part of the NTTA’s strategic goal to promote open and honest communication and to engage the communities we serve. The page provides information on the NTTA’s legislative program and related initiatives, as well as important legislative dates and transportation news reported at the local, state, and federal levels. Read More ›
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The list of milestones was long for the NTTA in 2009, including areas of business diversity. The NTTA spent 18.3 percent, or $11.7 million, more with disadvantaged, minority and woman-owned business enterprises (D/M/WBE) in 2009 than it did in 2008.
“The NTTA’s efforts to improve our diverse spending have resulted in additional opportunities for these businesses,” said NTTA Assistant Executive Director of Administrative Services Kim Tolbert. “Business diversity is a priority at all levels of the organization, and we are proud of our Business Diversity Department for their accomplishments. We will continue to seek new ways to enhance diverse participation. I look forward to continued progress in 2010.” Read More ›
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TollTag Basics:
Answers to Your QuestionsQ: How often does my TollTag account get replenished?
A: TollTag accounts backed by credit/debit cards are replenished to $40 when an account falls below $10. So if you use the toll roads on a regular or daily basis, your credit card will be charged more often than someone who rarely uses the toll road. Read More ›
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NTTA to Close for HolidayThe NTTA Customer Service Center, TollTag 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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Phase 3 of State Highway 161 Open to Traffic
Trips to Arlington’s entertainment and sports district will be a little smoother now that the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has completed the latest phase on the State Highway 161 project. Phase 3 is the northern portion of the project and opened to traffic nearly eight months ahead of schedule on April 10. It extends south from Conflans Road to North Carrier Parkway and provides three all-electronic toll collection lanes in each direction. Read More ›
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Electronic Toll Collection Construction Begins Soon on the Dallas North Tollway
Construction and demolition activities to convert the NTTA’s three remaining roads to all-electronic toll collection (all-ETC) are scheduled to get underway in late May/early June beginning with the Dallas North Tollway (DNT).
The first of several contracts for the conversion was awarded on April 21, 2010. In all, the NTTA Board of Directors awarded three key contracts affecting the all-electronic toll collection conversion of the DNT. The contracts included advance steel procurement, construction management services and the construction contract for two main lane gantries, as well as ramp gantries between Interstate Highway 635 (I- 635) and the President George Bush Read More ›
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Ramp to Close from Westbound SH 121 to Southbound U.S. 75
Construction is progressing on the Sam Rayburn Tollway Section 4 at U.S. 75. Beginning on Monday, May 3, 2010, the contractor will permanently close the existing ramp from westbound SH 121 to southbound U.S. 75. The closure will begin at the existing exit to southbound U.S. 75. This ramp will remain closed and be replaced by a new permanent direct connector currently being constructed. The new ramp is scheduled to open in December 2010.
In the interim, all motorists traveling from westbound SH 121 to southbound U.S. 75 will detour over U.S. 75 to Hardin Boulevard then make a u-turn under the Sam Rayburn Tollway main lanes and travel on the eastbound frontage road to U.S. 75 southbound Read More ›
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Crews Begin Southwest Parkway Construction Activities
Motorists in Fort Worth have begun to see signs of progress on Southwest Parkway. Construction activities began last month and will be ongoing until April 2011.
Southwest Parkway is an 8.7-mile limited-access toll road that stretches from Interstate Highway 30 (I-30) to Altamesa Boulevard. In October 2008, Southwest Parkway was combined with a six-mile extension of the corridor being developed by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the 13-mile Chisholm Trail, also being developed by TxDOT. The combined project is 28 miles long and extends south from I-30 in Fort Worth Read More ›
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Construction Crews Help Allen Fire Department with Grass Fire
NTTA contractors sprung into action Saturday, March 27, 2010, when they spotted a grass fire spreading through a field near where they are building the new Sam Rayburn Tollway/U.S. 75 interchange.
The men called 911 and then aided the Allen Fire Department by using their bulldozers to help extinguish the quickly moving fire, prompting a note of thanks from the City of Allen’s fire department.
“They made all the difference in the world for us,” said Greg Grimes, an Allen Fire Department battalion chief. Read More ›
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NTTA Newswire
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One Million TollTag Accounts and Growing
The NTTA reached another milestone in April by adding its one-millionth TollTag account.
“More and more North Texans are discovering they can save money and benefit from the convenience of a TollTag, as well as improve mobility and safety on the roads,” said NTTA Assistant Executive Director of Operations Clayton Howe.
There are many reasons motorists should get a TollTag:
• Customers who use ZipCash—the NTTA's cashless toll collection method—pay 50 percent more than customers who have TollTags.
• Having a TollTag eliminates stop-and-go travel and allows for better fuel efficiency.
• TollTags can be used on any toll road in Texas. Read More ›
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Safe-T Buzz Tip
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Safe-T Buzz: Get Your Car in Shape for Summer
 Families across the Metroplex have highlighted Memorial Day weekend and summer vacations on their calendars. Gyms are filling with people planning to spend warm months on the beach. Car maintenance should be among the preparations for summer weather and road trips. Experts at NADAguides.com, a leading provider of consumer vehicle data and services, have put together the list below of necessary steps to get your car in shape for the road.
1.Tire Test
Tires are important -- they're the only things connecting your car to the road, so examine them carefully. Pay close attention to tire pressure and tire tread -- you can buy a tire pressure gauge and tread depth gauge from an auto parts store. When checking tire pressure, refer to your vehicle's owner's manual for correct air pressure information or refer to information usually posted on the inside of your car's doorjamb. If you’ve placed new tires on your car since you bought it, check the tire sidewall for inflation Read More ›
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