Temporary Seasonal Weight Restrictions - EFFECTIVE MARCH 5th, 2026

PRESS RELEASE FROM THE CHIPPEWA COUNTY HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER
In accordance with sec. 349.16, Wisconsin Statutes, a temporary gross weight limit of six tons on any one axle and ten tons on any tandem axle less than eight feet apart will be in effect beginning on Thursday, March 5, 2026, as soon as signs are erected, on all Chippewa County Trunk Highways east of STH 27 and all Chippewa County Trunk Highways north of STH 64. The duration of these temporary weight limits will depend on weather and roadway conditions.
County Trunk Highways in these areas that will not be posted are:
• CTH D Boyd to CTH X
• CTH DD 135th Avenue to 150th Avenue
• CTH SS Bloomer to New Auburn
• CTH X
• All Chippewa County Highways located within the limits of incorporated cities & villages.
In addition to the above areas, the following County Trunk Highways will also be posted:
• CTH J STH 29 to CTH K
• CTH OO CTH P to CTH K
• CTH TT CTH K to STH 27
• CTH P Eau Claire County Line to CTH OO
• CTH UN Eau Claire County Line to CTH P
• CTH K CTH S to 235th Street
• CTH R STH 64 to STH 178
• CTH XX Eau Claire County Line to CTH O
• CTH MM CTH X to Clark County Line
• CTH ZZ STH 64 to STH 178
• CTH A Dunn County Line to CTH DD South
• CTH DD STH 40 to 135th Avenue
• CTH DD 150th Avenue to CTH M
• CTH C STH 40 to CTH Q
This is a critical period of time for the county highways and we request support and cooperation for this temporary load limit. Chippewa County will be enforcing the posted seasonal weight limits and penalties may be imposed under Sec. 348.21, Wis. Statutes for violations. If it appears necessary to place restrictions on any other Chippewa County Trunk Highways during this time, signs will be installed as required.
Additional information can be found by visiting the County’s website: https://www.chippewacountywi.gov/296/Spring-Weight-Limits
Sincerely,
Chris Elstran
Highway Commissioner