WisDOT: Weight restrictions to begin for the majority of Wisconsin highways
(WFRV) – Officials with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) announced that weight restrictions are expected to begin on Thursday, March 6 at 12:01 a.m.
According to a release from WisDOT, Class II restrictions are being enacted for the majority of Wisconsin Highways including Zone 2 through Zone 5 with Class II restrictions for Zone 1 expected to start on Monday, March 10.
Officials say Class II roads include about 1,400 miles of state highways that could be susceptible to damage from heavy trucks throughout the spring-thaw period as frost leaves the ground.
March Law of the Month has the Wisconsin State Patrol urging drivers to secure trailers and cargo for safety
Seasonal posted road restrictions are expected to go into effect on Monday, March 10 at 12:01 a.m. which could include posted or limited to legal load limits on county highways, town roads, city streets, and village streets.
WisDOT does provide a maintained interactive map on its website to see where there are active seasonal weight restrictions.
Any drivers or haulers that have specific questions can contact WisDot's Oversize/Overweight Permits Unit at (608) 266-7320 or visit the oversize/overweight permits website.
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