The County of Simcoe will start its yearly road weight limits on March 9, 2026, to protect local streets in Collingwood, Ontario, from damage during the spring thaw. This measure is put in place every year as rising temperatures cause the ground to soften, making road surfaces more likely to break under heavy pressure.
During this time, commercial vehicles are restricted to a maximum weight of 5,000 kilograms per axle on many regional roads. In the Town of Collingwood, similar rules for local residential streets are already in effect as of March 1, 2026.
Major routes affected by the new limits include County Road 95 and sections of County Road 9. These restrictions help prevent expensive repairs by keeping heavy traffic off saturated road bases until they have time to dry out and become stable.
Local builders, moving companies, and delivery services will need to adjust their loads or find different routes to avoid fines. Officials expect these weight limits to remain until late April or early May, though the exact end date depends on the weather and ground conditions.
Residents may notice fewer large trucks on certain streets, while some deliveries or construction projects could experience delays. Police will be checking vehicle weights on impacted roads to ensure the rules are followed and the infrastructure stays safe.
