Road Bans Coming Soon

Parkland County is advising residents, haulers, and industry partners that road ban season is approaching. Road bans are typically implemented from mid‑March to the end of May to protect County roads during spring thaw. 

As frost comes out of the ground, road structures become soft beneath the surface and are more vulnerable to damage. To reduce the risk of costly repairs and ensure road longevity, all oiled and hard‑surfaced roads in Parkland County will be banned, with the majority restricted to 75% axle weight, and some limited to 50%. 

Road bans are placed on sensitive roads during their weakest period to minimize damage from heavy loads. Restrictions may also be used to limit very large loads on certain stretches, allowing access only to smaller vehicles where necessary. 

A breakdown of axle limits, including allowable 100% weights and required reductions, is available on our Road Bans webpage.