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The City of Fargo’s Spring Load Restrictions to Begin March 18, 2026

Seasonal restrictions aim to protect Fargo streets during spring thaw conditions

03/16/2026

Effective Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 12:01 a.m., The City of Fargo will impose Class A and Class 1 load restrictions on various roads throughout town.

Class A restrictions are defined as follows:

• Single Axle: 18,000 lbs.
• Tandem Axle: 32,000 lbs. - 16,000 lbs. per axle
• 3 Axles or more: 42,000 lbs. - 14,000 lbs. per axle
• Gross Vehicle Weight: 80,000 lbs.

Class 1 restrictions are defined as follows:

• Single Axle: 15,000 lbs.
• Tandem Axle: 30,000 lbs. - 15,000 lbs. per axle
• 3 Axles or more: 36,000 lbs. - 12,000 lbs. per axle
• Gross Vehicle Weight: 80,000 lbs.

Fargo’s Truck Route Map and the roads that are affected by spring load restrictions can be viewed online at FargoTruckRoutes.com.

Restrictions shall remain in effect until pavement subgrade conditions warrant removal, generally the first or middle part of May. Permit applications for weights in excess of restrictions shall be in writing and submitted to the Fargo City Engineer, 225 4th St. N., Fargo, ND, 58102.