History – Montgomery Expressway

Late 1990s

Conceptualized as a high-capacity alternative to I-65, aiming to connect Montgomery with Millbrook and Prattville.

Completed and opened; the four-lane, privately funded Alabama River Parkway officially began operations.

Rolling adoption of electronic tolling began.

Freedom Pass system introduced; drivers enjoyed dedicated lanes, contactless discounted payments, loyalty rewards, and seamless crossings.

Revenues continually reinvested into safety, technology upgrades, road maintenance, lighting, and customer service improvements.