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Analysis and Cost-Recovery Optimization Methodology for a Fixed-Class Truck Tolling Structure Conway, Alison J ; Walton, C Michael

By: Contributor(s): Series: ; 2066Publication details: Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board, 2008Description: s. 90-97ISBN:
  • 9780309113380
Subject(s): Bibl.nr: VTI P8167:2066Location: Abstract: The purpose of this study is to develop a methodology for examining existing class-based toll structures for "fairness" between different commercial truck classes and for optimizing toll rates within each class to fully recover the total cost of pavement consumed by trucks. A theoretical methodology for setting toll rates to optimize cost recovery within a given class and achieve fairness between classes is defined. Methods for analyzing existing toll rate structures using weigh-in-motion (WIM) data in the absence of full vehicle identification information are also described. A case study of Texas State Highway 130 demonstrates the usefulness of WIM data for analysis of a toll classification system based on number of axles.
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The purpose of this study is to develop a methodology for examining existing class-based toll structures for "fairness" between different commercial truck classes and for optimizing toll rates within each class to fully recover the total cost of pavement consumed by trucks. A theoretical methodology for setting toll rates to optimize cost recovery within a given class and achieve fairness between classes is defined. Methods for analyzing existing toll rate structures using weigh-in-motion (WIM) data in the absence of full vehicle identification information are also described. A case study of Texas State Highway 130 demonstrates the usefulness of WIM data for analysis of a toll classification system based on number of axles.