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All-Electronic (Cashless) Tolling / AET

William Preston Lane Jr. Memorial (Bay) Bridge All Electronic (Cashless) Tolling

In May 2020, the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) began collecting tolls via highway-speed all-electronic tolling (AET) at the Bay Bridge (US 50/301). With cashless toll collection, there’s no slowing or stopping to pay tolls. Instead, motorists pay tolls at highway speed via E-ZPass, Pay-By-Plate or Video Tolling. Benefits include increased safety, less engine idling and better fuel efficiency.

In addition, crews improved the roadway configuration in that area of the former toll plaza to support the new Automatic Lane Control System (ALCS) and critical safety inspections performed by the MDTA Police Commercial Vehicle Safety Unit. Work to install the ALCS at the Bay Bridge began in February 2020.

The ALCS elements include overhead lane-use signals, dynamic message signs, horizontal swing gates and illuminated pavement markers. In Fall 2022, the MDTA began a phased implementation of the Bay Bridge ALCS to familiarize motorists to the new system. This transitional period includes some manual support of the system, with cones and barrels still present.

To learn more about the Bay Bridge ALCS, please visit: 

Automated Lane Closure System (ALCS) Simulation

Bay Bridge AET Gantry Along Eastbound US 50/301

Bay Bridge AET Gantry Along Eastbound US 50/301 - Birdseye View

Bay Bridge AET Gantry Along Eastbound US 50/301

 

Bay Bridge Final Eastbound US 50/301 Configuration at Former Toll Plaza Site

Bay Bridge Final Eastbound US 50/301 Configuration at Former Toll Plaza Site

Bay Bridge Final Eastbound US 50/301 Configuration at Former Toll Plaza Site

Bay Bridge US 50/301 Final Westbound Configuration with Automated Gates

Bay Bridge US 50/301 Final Westbound Configuration with Automated Gates

Contraflow Gate  Rendering

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Public Calendar

May 08

Orioles Game

7:05 PM

Camden Yards
333 W Camden St, Baltimore, MD 21201

DriveEzMD will be on-site at Oriole Park at Camden Yards bringing the fun and convenience. Stop by our table to play games, grab some giveaways, and get all your E-ZPass questions answered. We’ll also have transponders available for purchase so you can hit the road stress free.

May 09

Big Truck Day – Public Works Experience

10:00 AM

Eastern Avenue Pump Station
751 Eastern Ave, Baltimore, MD 21202

Catch DriveEzMD at the 5th Annual Big Truck Day, part of the Public Works Experience!  We’re excited to celebrate alongside public works providers and partners from across the region as we connect with the community we proudly serve. Stop by our table to play games, grab some giveaways, and chat with our team about all things E-ZPass. We’ll also have transponders available for purchase to help keep you moving with ease.

May 14

Finance and Administration Committee Meeting

9:00 AM

Livestream

This public meeting is livestreamed and archived on the Finance and Administration Committee Meeting Homepage. The Finance and Administration Committee Meeting homepage also provides access to the virtual meeting, schedule, agenda, materials and minutes.