👉 Toll engineering is the specialized field that combines transportation planning, economics, and technology to design, implement, and manage toll systems efficiently. It involves determining the optimal pricing structure for road usage, ensuring that tolls reflect the actual costs of infrastructure maintenance, operation, and externalities like congestion or environmental impact. Engineers use sophisticated models to analyze traffic patterns, predict demand, and balance revenue generation with user accessibility. They also focus on integrating advanced technologies such as electronic toll collection, dynamic pricing based on real-time conditions, and seamless payment systems to enhance user experience while maximizing system efficiency and sustainability. Effective toll engineering aims to generate sufficient revenue to fund infrastructure improvements, reduce congestion, and encourage responsible road usage.
