Two new HOT lanes in each direction from the Springfield Interchange to just north of the Dulles Toll Road (14 miles)
First-time introduction of HOV and reliable transit options to the Beltway and Tysons Corner
Replacement of more than $260 million of aging infrastructure, including more than 50 bridges and overpasses
Replacement of existing soundwalls and construction of new soundwalls to double existing noise reduction tools for surrounding neighborhoods
Construction of carpool ramps connecting I-95 with the Beltway to create a seamless HOV network
Upgrades to 12 key interchanges and new access points at Merrifield and Tysons Corner
HOT LANES AND HOW THEY WORK
HOT lanes are tolled lanes that operate alongside existing highway lanes to provide users with a faster and more reliable travel option. Buses, carpools (HOV-3), motorcycles and emergency vehicles will have free access to HOT lanes. Drivers with fewer than three occupants can choose to pay to access the lanes.Tolls for the HOT lanes will change according to traffic conditions to regulate demand for the lanes and keep them congestion free - even during peak hours. When traffic increases, tolls will go up. When traffic decreases, tolls will go down.
Fully electronic tolling on the HOT lanes will allow customers to pay tolls with E-ZPass - eliminating the need for toll booths. Electronic signs will display toll rates to help drivers decide whether to use HOT lanes. Drivers will lock in their toll rate when they enter the HOT lanes.
