NEWS RELEASE
ASHLAND COUNTY TRUNK HIGHWAY SEASONAL WEIGHT LIMITATIONS
Seasonal weight limitations on all Ashland County Trunk Highways will begin at 12Noon on Thursday, March 5, 2026
Enforcement will begin at that time and the ban will stay in effect until further notice.
If melting snow or rain causes thawing at an unexpected rate, the restrictions may be imposed earlier than the stated time and date. Please watch for the signs. Haulers should be prepared to obey load postings as soon as they are posted.
Seasonal weight limitations are being placed on Ashland County Trunk Highways pursuant to and under
the authority of Wisconsin State Statutes 348.17 and 349.16. Maximum load shall be four (4) tons per
axle.
School buses are exempt from County seasonal weight limitations.
There are no other “exceptions” to seasonal weight limits. Special Hauling Permits for essential or
emergency hauling are available on a case-by-case basis from the Ashland County Highway Departmen
