Evaluating Commuter Opinion of Congestion Pricing
in Metropolitan Seattle

 

Kevin N. Chang
Dr. Nancy L. Nihan
Continued growth and development in the Puget Sound region combined with existing geographic limitations have resulted in a transportation network that is at or near capacity for many hours during every weekday. Single-occupancy vehicles (SOVs) remain the predominant mode of travel, despite a network of high-occupancy vehicle lanes and regional transit. Given this situation, considering alternative methods to regulate traffic flow is necessary, and the implementation of a regional congestion pricing system is one such option. Although widespread throughout the world, congestion pricing has only recently been implemented in the United States.

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