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952-891-7000
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952-891-7115​
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Spring Load Restrictions

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Reduced weight restrictions are placed on the weight per axle of vehicles on some county highways during the spring months. Restriction periods can last a minimum of eight weeks. Durin​g that time, Oversize Vehicle Permits cannot be purchased online until the restrictions are lifted. Permit applications will still be accepted, by office visit, email, mail or fax.

2025 Spring Load Restrictions

Spring Load Restrictions start date: Monday, March 3 at 12:01 a.m.​
Spring Load Restriction end date: Wednesday, April 16 at 12:01 a.m.​

2025 Spring Load Restrictions
2025 Spring Load Restriction Table

​After Spring Load Restrictions are lifted, Dakota County highways are restricted to 9 ton per axle except for a few roads and bridges.

When Spring Load Restrictions are lifted

After Spring Load Restrictions are lifted, Dakota County roads are restricted to 9 or 10 ton per axle, depending on the route, except for County Road 81, which is restricted to 7 ton per axle from County Road 66 to ​Highway 50 north of Hampton. 

9 and 10-Ton County Highways Map

An Oversize Vehicle Permit is required for any vehicle that does not meet the state weight standards. These permits can be obtained online at the county’s website.

For more information, call the Right of Way/Permits Coordinator at 952-891-7115 or fax 952-891-7115.

For additional information from the State of Minnesota, call 800-723-6543 or 651-747-2253 or go to the Minnesota Department of Transportation website.


 

Last updated: 4/14/2025 9:27 AM

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