An ordinance restricting heavy, large commercial truck traffic on Marshall County roads was adopted by the Marshall County Commissioners this week.
The ordinance was created as it was determined that heavy, large commercial trucks cause excessive wear and tear on county roads not designed to accommodate that traffic.
The document states that no person shall operate a truck with a gross vehicle weight rating in excess of 26,000 pounds where a posted sign prohibits the action. The operator can access the road for a business purpose or as a resident living on that county road. The restriction does not apply to school buses or fire trucks.
The commissioners may grant permission to an applicant who applies in writing or if alternate routes are unreasonable and the use of the restricted road in the public interest.
Those who violate the ordinance can expect a fine of $300.
The ordinance will be effective 30 days after publication.
