Spring Thaw Half Load Restrictions
Half Load Restrictions in Effect March 1, 2022
Take notice that in accordance with The Township of Edwardsburgh Cardinal By-law 2019-35, half load restrictions on municipal roads within the Township will be in effect as of March 1, 2022 and will remain in place until April 30th 2022.This restriction will apply only on municipal roads within the Township.
It is an offence, under section 122 of ‘The Highway Traffic Act’, to transport loads in excess of five (5) tonnes per axle upon roads where reduced loads are in effect.
It is contrary to the By-law to transport loads in excess of five (5) tonnes per axle upon roads where reduced loads are in effect. The reduced load period is necessary for the protection of Township Roads that are susceptible to damage during the spring thaw. The restrictions will be removed when the likelihood of road damage has diminished.
For enquiries, please contact the Township of Edwardsburgh Cardinal Director of Operations, Gord Shaw at 613-6583001 ext.5 or by email.