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Commissioners approve up to 50% load-limit reductions on multiple county roads; Middleton Township weight limits granted
Summary
Acting on the County Engineer's recommendation under ORC 5577.07, the board approved load-limit reductions of up to 50% on numerous county roads and granted Middleton Township's request for 50% weight-limit reductions on specified township roads.
The Board of Columbiana County Commissioners voted Nov. 19 to approve load-limit reductions of up to 50% on a broad set of county roads per Ohio Revised Code 5577.07, acting on a recommendation from the County Engineer. The reductions cover many roads across the county (designated CR 427 through CR 451 and others listed in the engineer's submission).
The board also approved Middleton Township's request to impose 50% weight-limit reductions on a list of township roads and alleys, as submitted by the township fiscal officer. Commissioners recorded the action as adopted with no recorded opposition.
Why it matters: Load- and weight-limit reductions are a seasonal and maintenance tool that restrict heavy loads to protect pavement and bridges, affecting local haulers, agricultural traffic and deliveries on impacted roads.
What's next: Enforcement and signage follow county engineer procedures; residents or haulers seeking details should contact the County Engineer's office as referenced in the meeting materials.
