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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

Oct 19

Public Event 10 19

6:30 PM

Point Breeze

Serious About Safety: CHART’s Role in Keeping Maryland Moving

This month’s Serious About Safety feature highlights the Coordinated Highways Action Response Team (CHART) and the work its teams do every day to help keep Maryland’s roadways safe.

CHART Emergency Response Technicians respond to crashes, disabled vehicles, roadway hazards, and other incidents, often while working alongside fast-moving traffic. Their jobs come with risks, which is why it is important for drivers to slow down and give roadside responders the space they need to work safely.

Potomac

In this month’s video, Brian Knott, an Emergency Response Technician with CHART at the State Highway Administration, shares more about his role, the safety challenges CHART teams face, and what drivers can do to help protect roadside workers. The feature also highlights Maryland’s Move Over law. When approaching a stopped emergency, service, or maintenance vehicle with its warning lights activated, drivers are required to move over when it is safe to do so. If moving over is not possible, drivers must slow down and proceed with caution.

Watch Brian’s video below to learn more about CHART and the importance of the Move Over law.

Want to learn more about CHART operations? Hear additional insight from the CHART Field Training & Certification Manager and Division Chief of Regional Operations on the Serious About Safety Hub page.

Oct 24

BARCStober Fest

10:00 AM

Patterson Park
2601 E Baltimore St,
Baltimore, MD 21224

Bring your furry friend and stop by the DriveEzMD booth at BARCStober Fest for tail-wagging treats, family-friendly fun, and helpful info on making travel across Maryland a breeze.

Oct 24

Journey at CFG Bank Arena

6:00 PM

CFG Bank Arena
201 W Baltimore St.
Baltimore, MD 21201

Come say hi! Stop by the DriveEzMD Outreach table before or after the event to grab some fun giveaways, chat with our team, and learn how E-ZPass can help make your travels around Maryland easier and more convenient.