Road Ban Notice-3.5.2026

ASHLAND COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT 39181 State Hwy 13, Highbridge, WI 54846 Phone: 715-274-3662 Fax: 715-274-8009 Matt Erickson, Highway Commissioner Kim Rikkola, Patrol Superintendent Marcy Henri, Office Manager Robert Piff, Shop Superintendent ASHLAND TOPS WISCONSIN March 2, 2026 **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 Department.