Spring Road Restrictions for 2026 begin Tuesday, March 3, at 12:01 a.m. Road restrictions are weight limitations imposed by the Minnesota Department of Transportation that help protect roads during the spring thaw. As frost leaves the ground, the softened roadbed is vulnerable to damage from heavy vehicles, requiring reduced axle loads to prevent premature pavement deterioration. For more information, including a map of the restrictions and the permit application for exemptions, visit https://ow.ly/PyqY50YmWrW