Spring load limits in effect for gravel roads March 25

UPDATE May 29, 2024: all load limits have been lifted for the season.

Beginning March 25, the load limits on municipal gravel roads are being lowered to 75 per cent of the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW).

This is an annual seasonal adjustment needed to maintain the integrity of the gravel roads for the rest of the year, while helping ensure the safety of motorists using these roads. Load limits will remain in place until gravel roads are fully thawed and dried. Changes to load limits will be announced by the Municipality.

Gravel roads with load limits

The load limit applies to the following roads:

• West Road, Conklin
• Stoney Mountain Crossover, Cheecham Hills
• Tower Road, Fort McMurray
• Aostra Road, West of Suncor off Hwy 63
• Fort Fitzgerald, Hwy 48
• Hwy 49 to Salt River
• True North Road

Follow all posted signage

In addition to load limits, there may be other safety measures in place on gravel roads, such as reduced axle weights, due to seasonal conditions.

For everyone’s safety and to preserve the lifespan of gravel roads, motorists are reminded to follow all posted signage and drive to conditions.

Gross vehicle weight

Gross vehicle weight (GVW) refers to the licensed maximum weight of the vehicle as per the vehicle’s certificate of registration. GVW includes the weight of trailers and cargo.

For more information or questions, connect with Pulse at 780-743-7000, 1-800-973-9663 or online at rmwb.ca/pulse.

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