2005 Arizona Revised Statutes - Revised Statutes §28-7750  Operator powers and duties

A. The operator may:

1. Operate the roadway and charge tolls for the use of the roadway to receive reimbursement of costs and a reasonable return on investment.

2. Subject to applicable permit requirements, cross any right-of-way if the crossing does not unreasonably interfere with the use of the right-of-way.

3. Classify traffic on the roadway according to reasonable categories for the assessment of tolls.

4. With the consent of the department:

(a) Prescribe maximum and minimum speeds that conform to department and state practices.

(b) Exclude vehicles, cargoes or materials from the use of the roadway if exclusion of these vehicles, cargoes or materials by this state or a local authority is authorized by the laws of this state.

(c) Establish high occupancy vehicle lanes for use during all or any part of a day and limit the use of these lanes to certain traffic.

(d) Restrict or prohibit nonvehicular or nonmotorized use of the roadway.

B. The operator shall:

1. Pledge any revenue net of operational expenses realized from tolls charged for the use of the roadway in order to secure repayment of any obligations incurred for the construction, enlargement or operation of the roadway.

2. Limit the debts or obligations of the operator to an amount that does not exceed the cost of development and construction plus a reasonable amount for financing expenses and reserve funds.

3. Construct and maintain the roadway for anticipated use according to appropriate standards of the department for public highways operated and maintained by the department.

4. Enlarge or expand the roadway when unsatisfied demand for use of the roadway makes it economically feasible.

5. Contract with the department for the inspection of construction work by the department at appropriate times during any construction or enlargement.

6. Cooperate fully with the department in establishing any interconnection with the roadway that the department may make.

C. The department of public safety and appropriate local authorities may contract with the operator for enforcement of the traffic and public safety laws on the roadway.