As spring approaches, Michigan enforces frost law restrictions—also known as seasonal weight restrictions—to protect its roads from damage caused by heavy loads during the thawing season. While roads may seem durable, they become extremely fragile in late winter and early spring, when temperatures rise and the ground begins to thaw unevenly. In...
Each year, North Dakota enforces Spring Load Restrictions to protect its highways from damage caused by heavy loads during the thawing season. These restrictions limit axle weights on affected roads, requiring carriers to plan ahead and adjust their loads to avoid costly fines.This guide explains when the restrictions start, how...
As temperatures rise and frost leaves the ground, Wisconsin enforces Spring Thaw Restrictions to protect roadways from damage caused by heavy loads. These restrictions impact oversize and overweight travel.This guide explains when the restrictions start, what roads are affected, and how they impact heavy haulers. When Do Wisconsin’s Spring Thaw Restrictions...
Every year, the state of Minnesota enforces Spring Load Restrictions (SLR) to protect its roadways from damage caused by heavy loads on thawing pavement. These restrictions are crucial for preserving infrastructure but can be challenging for carriers and drivers transporting oversized or overweight loads.In this blog, we’ll break down Minnesota’s Spring Load Restrictions, explain how they...