This story is the first part in a four-part series on the growth of toll roads and lanes around the state. To view Part 2, a story looking at why Texas finds itself resorting to tolling so often ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Commuters in and around the Austin area have likely encountered their fair share of toll roads. They are a common staple here in Central Texas, with 10 toll roads primarily ...

U.S. 183 South toll lanes from U.S. 290 to Texas 71, including the direct connectors. Texas 71 East toll lanes from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Texas 130. Texas 45 Southwest toll ...

Private toll roads run by the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) — which include US 183A, US 183 South and segments of US 290 — owe $1.7 billion.

A new toll road, running from San Antonio to Austin, is set to soon open. While that may not be surprising, especially in Texas, the speed drivers may be allowed to travel has people talking.