Seasonal Load Limits

About Seasonal Load Limits

Due to the Spring thaw, the weight of vehicles traveling on Richfield's blacktopped residential streets is limited to 4 tons per axle.  Seasonal weight restrictions are in effect starting March 14, 2011.

2011 Spring Load Restrictions

MNDOT web link

Richfield follows the same seasonal load limit schedule as Hennepin County and the State.

Seasonal Load Limit Permit

Apply for permit at Richfield Public Works Garage at 1901-E.66th Street, Richfield, MN 55423. $25 for 5 tons per axle max.

Map of Load Limits

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Exceptions to Weight Restrictions

Some streets are limited to nine or ten tons per axle. In certain instances exemptions to the Seasonal Weight Restriction ordinance may be available to allow up to five tons per axle. If you are planning to have some work done that requires delivery of heavy products, please contact the Richfield Engineering Division at 612- 861-9793.

Additional Information / Contact

MnDOT Seasonal Load Restriction Hot-Line is 1-800-723-6543

Richfield Contacts are Liz Finnegan at 612-861-9793 or Derick Anderson at 612-861-9798.