Road Ban Status
Road Ban Weight Restriction Bylaw No 1946
Annually, spring road bans are put in effect in the Municipal District of Taber for commercial and heavy vehicles with heavy loads, to help extend the life span of Municipal roads. During the spring thaw, roads become soft and easily damaged. Road bans help extend the lifespan of Municipal roads, including reducing road repair costs and making it safer for motorists.
Regional enforcement officials will be doing spot-checks across the Municipal District of Taber.
Passenger and recreational vehicles are exempt.
Pursuant to the authority granted under the Transport Safety Act, the MD of Taber will be implementing road bans:
Effective Monday, March 18, 2024 at 7:00 a.m.
Percentage Axle Weights for highways are as follows:
| Roadway | Location | % Axle Weight |
|---|---|---|
| All oiled roads | within municipal boundaries | 75% unless otherwise posted |
| All paved roads | within municipal boundaries | 75% unless otherwise posted |
| All chip-sealed roads | within municipal boundaries | 75% unless otherwise posted |
| All hard-surfaced roads | within municipal boundaries | 75% unless otherwise posted |
| All gravel roads | within municipal boundaries | 90% unless otherwise posted |
Please note
The MD of Taber does not control Secondary Highways. For information on provincially-controlled roads, please contact the Alberta Transportation Road Ban information line at 1-877-236-6445 or visit the Road Ban information website at http://www.transportation.alberta.ca/522.htm
The MD of Taber thanks road users for their cooperation in protecting our valuable transportation system this spring.