Press Release

Date:            March 3, 2021

Contact:      Kaye Bieniek, Public Works Director/County Engineer

                     507-328-7060 or pwservice@co.olmsted.mn.us

                     2122 Campus Dr SE, Suite 200

                     Rochester MN 55904

2021 Seasonal Load Restrictions for Olmsted County Roads

ROCHESTER, Minn.

The 2021 Seasonal Load Restrictions for Olmsted County roads will go into effect on Thursday, March 4, 2021.  The weight limit will be posted at each individual county road.  The end of the Seasonal Load Restriction period is no longer fixed at 8 weeks.  The ending dates for Seasonal Load Restrictions are based on how weather is affecting roadway strength.  These dates are established by monitoring roadway strength as weather conditions change.  Therefore, the ending dates for Spring Load Restrictions varies.

Any questions as to the weight limit can be answered by accessing our web site at https://www.olmstedcounty.gov/residents/roads-transportation/construction-road-updates/public-notices-construction-road-updates  or by calling Olmsted County Public Works at 328-7060.

The 2021 Seasonal Load Restriction map can be found below.

Reminder

Motorists are reminded to always drive with caution, and never enter a road blocked with barriers or cones.  Please reduce your speed and proceed with caution through these work zones.

Access the New Road Closure Map Here

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About Olmsted County

Olmsted County is the eighth largest county in the state of Minnesota with eight cities (Rochester being the largest), 18 townships, and approximately 150,000 residents (2016 census data). The county is governed by seven individuals elected to serve on the Olmsted County Board of Commissioners, and county services are supported by nearly 1,300 Olmsted County government employees working to provide the foundation of a vibrant community. For more information, visit www.olmstedcounty.gov.