Operating costs of electronic toll lane is 1/10th that of staffed lane.
Made Public Date
11/20/2003
Identifier
2003-SC00036
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Summary Information

The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority spends approximately $16,000 per year for operations costs of an electronic toll collection lane. In contrast, the Authority spends approximately $176,000 per year to staff and operate a traditional toll lane. The electronic system provides a cost savings of about 91% over the standard staffed lane. The Authority operates electronic toll collection systems on 10 highways/turnpikes.

System Cost

Annual operating costs: Less than $16,000 per electronic toll collection lane.