Illinos tollways: New quarter mile markers
While it may seem costly to some drivers, the Illinois tollway Authority says that installing the over 4000 news is money well spent.
Should your car break down on an Illinois tollway, the quarter mile signs will make it easier for tow truck drivers to find you.
"The Tollway Authority along with the Illinos State Police, tow truck operators and emergency first responders all agreed that the quarter mile spacing would help customers better indentify where they are, especially if their vehicles are stranded and they need to call for help," said Joelle McGinnis, spokeswoman for the toll agency.
The old mile markers which marked the beginning and half way point of each mile will be replaced. The signs will also show driver the direction of travel and the shield of the highway they are traveling on.
Fractions will aslo be used on the new signs.
The cost per sign is $125. The cost to add and replace the signs per mile is $2,000. The total bill for the entire tollway system comes to $562,000.
The Tollway Authority is also planning on a new numbering systems for exit ramps. The ramps numbers will match the mileage at the location. The name of connecting roadway will still be on the sign.
