The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is implementing major changes to SR 167 this fall, including new tolling equipment, toll zones, updated HOV requirements, and extended express lane access. Drivers will be able to use Pay By Mail, toll rates will be adjusted based on congestion, and HOV lane usage will require a pass, even with multiple passengers.
Changes are coming to SR 167 this fall that will impact how drivers use the highway’s HOV and express toll lanes.The Washington State Department of Transportation is installing new tolling equipment and implementing toll zones, updated HOV requirements and extended express lane access, all in an effort to manage congestion and modernize the corridor.
If you use SR 167, keep reading to learn more. Over the past few months, drivers on SR 167 may have noticed new gantries and cameras going up. According to WSDOT, this equipment includes license plate readers and pass scanners to track vehicles entering and exiting the tolled lanes.Currently, drivers must have a Good To Go! account and pass to use the HOT lanes. But later this year, drivers will be able to use Pay By Mail, where a bill is mailed to the vehicle owner. However, it will cost $2 more than the Good To Go! rate.SR 167 will soon be divided into three toll zones, similar to the system on I-405. These zones will allow WSDOT to adjust toll rates based on congestion, with higher rates in areas of heavy traffic and lower rates where traffic flows more freely.New signage will alert drivers to pricing within each zone. Some areas of the road will also be restriped, with double white lines marking where drivers can or cannot enter and exit the tolled lane.One major change to the HOV lanes on SR 167: carpoolers will no longer ride toll-free just by having multiple passengers.Without the proper pass and setting, tolls will apply, even if multiple people are in the vehicle.WSDOT says they will offer free Flex Passes and Motorcycle Passes later this year to ease the transition.The northbound express toll lane is being extended south to Sumner, giving drivers earlier access and potentially greater value for their toll.Officials say the changes will help drivers make more informed decisions mid-drive, depending on traffic and travel time needs.WSDOT is testing the new system now. You may see flashing lights or prices displayed on signs, but you won’t be charged a toll until the upgrade goes live later this year.Drivers are encouraged to sign up for a Good To Go! account and watch for updates this summer on how to get a free pass before the new rules go into effect.To learn more about these changes, visit the WSDOT blog.Witness captures video of plane crashing into water near MukilteoJudge lifts gag order in Idaho murders case against Bryan KohbergerFire truck thief goes on rampage in Everett damaging 14 vehiclesIdaho hiker mistaken for Travis Decker tells all2 men arrested in $600k ATM robbery spree across WATo get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter.Download the free FOX LOCAL app for mobile in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for live Seattle news, top stories, weather updates and more local and national news.
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