OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (Aug. 8, 2016) – The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) will open the new State Highway 9 Toll Plaza on the Indian Nation Turnpike at 6 a.m. Tuesday, August 9.
The new toll plaza replaces the original toll plaza underneath the State Highway 9 bridge. As part of the construction project, new ramps were also constructed for those exiting and entering from State Highway 9.
“This new plaza increases the safety for the traveling public and allows for faster, safer travel through the Pikepass lanes,” said Tim Gatz, Executive Director of the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority. “The new plaza also separates the cash customers from the high speed Pikepass lanes, increasing safety for those needing to stop and pay cash.”
Motorists will need to stay alert in the area around the new toll plaza as construction crews open and close lanes throughout the day on Aug. 9 to allow crews to close down the old plaza and begin the removal of old toll booths and cash lanes.
For more information about the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority, please visit www.pikepass.com.
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About Oklahoma Turnpike Authority
Oklahoma Turnpike Authority was established in 1947 to construct, operate and maintain Oklahoma turnpikes. Today, Oklahoma turnpikes are the safest and quickest ways to travel across the state. Oklahoma Turnpike Authority is managing multiple renovations throughout the state to maintain and operate the turnpike system to the highest standard. To learn more about the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority and recent projects, visit, www.pikepass.com.
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