Spring load limits in effect for gravel roads starting April 7

Starting on Tuesday, April 7, the load limits on municipal gravel roads are being lowered to 75 per cent of the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). 

Load limits will remain in place until gravel roads are fully thawed and dried.

Gravel roads with load limits

The load limit applies to the following roads:

• West Road, Conklin
• Stoney Mountain Crossover, Stoney Mountain Road
• Tower Road, Fort McMurray
• Aostra Road, West of Suncor off Hwy 63
• True North Road

Follow all posted signage

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

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 (GVW)

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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