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City of Edina 4801 W. 50th St. Edina, MN 55424
Contact: Lauren Siebenaler, Communications Intern
Phone 952-833-9522 commintern@EdinaMN.gov EdinaMN.gov
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Spring Load Restrictions Go into Effect
Edina, Minn., Feb. 17, 2017 – Spring load restrictions in Edina went into effect 12:01 a.m. Friday,
Feb. 17.
Weight restrictions are implemented each spring in an effort to preserve and protect Edina’s road
system during the thawing and refreezing associated with spring. Streets are weakened during the
spring thaw by water that becomes trapped in the gravel base below the pavement. The weight of
vehicles traveling over these roads can cause the road to bend and possibly crack. Limiting the
amount of weight on the street during this time will minimize the wear and allow the base adequate
time to stabilize.
Most residential roads in Edina are restricted to five tons per axle throughout the period that
restrictions are in effect. The permit allows up to six axles per day. The road weight restrictions
typically won't affect the average car or truck. However, construction vehicles entering residential
neighborhoods may have to lighten their loads to comply with the restrictions.
Permits are issued for six tons per axle online or at the Public Works & Park Maintenance Facility,
7450 Metro Blvd., between the hours of 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. A permit is
good for one truck for one day to one address. The cost is $100 per permit. Drivers can apply for
permits at EdinaMN.gov. Violators of the road weight restrictions may be fined.
For more information, contact the Public Works Department at 952-826-0376.
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