"2026 spring road restrictions have ended on May 19 in Zone 1"
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Status | Active Zone 1: ended May 19, 2026; Zone 2: ended May 25, 2026; Zone 3: active ending May 27, 2026; Zone 4: active ending May 27, 2026; Zone 5: active ending May 31, 2026. |
| Status Timestamp | 2026-05-27T18:06:03+00:00 |
| Coverage | Provincial highways only surfaced pavements across Climate Zones 15. Local roads not covered. |
| Effective Dates | Zone 1: ended May 19, 2026. Zone 2: ended May 25, 2026. Zone 3: active ends May 27, 2026. Zone 4: active ends May 27, 2026. Zone 5: active ends May 31, 2026. |
| Weight Limits | Reduced allowable axle weights apply on all active zones. Specific axle weight tables not published on the status index page see gov.mb.ca/mti/srr/restrictions.html and the 2026 Official SRR Order for full details. |
| Key Roads | Surfaced pavements on provincial highways across Climate Zones 3, 4, and 5 (SRR Level 1 and Level 2) |
| Exemptions | Special permits available through Permit Services: 1-204-945-3961 or toll-free 1-877-812-0009. Essential Commodities Provisions may apply see gov.mb.ca/mti/srr/essentcomm.html |
| Penalties | Not specified on the SRR index page refer to The Highway Traffic Act or contact Motor Carrier Enforcement: 1-204-945-3890 |
| Contact | Permit Services: 1-204-945-3961 or toll-free 1-877-812-0009 Motor Carrier Enforcement: 1-204-945-3890 gov.mb.ca/mti/srr/index.html manitoba511.ca/List/Alerts |
| Primary Status Source URL | https://www.gov.mb.ca/mti/srr/index.html |
Zone Status What Dispatchers Need to Know Now
Zones 1 and 2 have both ended. Zone 3 and Zone 4 restrictions are confirmed ending May 27, 2026. Zone 5 restrictions are confirmed ending May 31, 2026. Confirm live status before every dispatch end dates are determined by real-time thawing index monitoring and could shift if conditions change.
Zone 1
Status: Inactive ended May 19, 2026
End date: May 19, 2026 (confirmed)
Zone 2
Status: Inactive ended May 25, 2026
End date: May 25, 2026 (confirmed)
Zone 3
Status: Active ending imminently
End date: May 27, 2026 (confirmed)
Zone 4
Status: Active ending imminently
End date: May 27, 2026 (confirmed)
Zone 5
Status: Active ending soon
End date: May 31, 2026 (confirmed)
End dates are determined by the thawing index trend in each climate zone. Restrictions may end earlier than the dates above if conditions support early closure. All changes are communicated via the SRR website and Manitoba 511.
What Changed Since the May 22 Update
- Zone 2 restrictions ended May 25, 2026 confirmed inactive.
- Zones 3 and 4 now have confirmed end dates of May 27, 2026.
- Zone 5 now has a confirmed end date of May 31, 2026.
- Status observed at: 2026-05-27T18:06:03+00:00.
How Activation and End Dates Are Set
- The province monitors the thawing index trend to determine when conditions warrant activation and deactivation in each climate zone.
- A delayed thaw can push start dates beyond published minimum dates; an earlier-than-expected thaw can bring forward deactivation.
- Restrictions may end before the latest historical end dates if the thawing index trend supports early closure.
- Both SRR Level 1 and Level 2 apply to all active climate zones.
- Earliest possible start dates: March 1 (Zone 1), March 6 (Zones 24), March 12 (Zone 5).
- Latest possible end dates: May 29 (Zone 1), May 31 (Zones 24), June 10 (Zone 5).
- All order changes are communicated via the SRR website and Manitoba 511.
Weight Limits
Reduced allowable axle weights apply across all active climate zones during the spring thawing season. Specific axle weight limits and reduction percentages for Level 1 and Level 2 restrictions are not published on the status index page. Review the dedicated allowable axle weights page and the 2026 Official SRR Order before planning loads for any active zone:
- Allowable axle weights: gov.mb.ca/mti/srr/restrictions.html
Road Classification and Coverage
Spring road restrictions apply to surfaced pavements on provincial highways only, as identified in the Spring Road Restrictions Order. Local roads are not covered under this program.
- Climate Zone 1 Inactive, ended May 19, 2026
- Climate Zone 2 Inactive, ended May 25, 2026
- Climate Zone 3 Active, ending May 27, 2026
- Climate Zone 4 Active, ending May 27, 2026
- Climate Zone 5 Active, ending May 31, 2026
Exemptions and Permits
Special permits are available through Permit Services for qualifying loads. Essential Commodities Provisions apply under active restrictions for qualifying loads on covered provincial highways. Contact Permit Services or review the full provisions page before dispatch:
- Permit Services: 1-204-945-3961 or toll-free 1-877-812-0009
- Essential Commodities Provisions: gov.mb.ca/mti/srr/essentcomm.html
Penalties
Penalties are governed by The Highway Traffic Act. Specific amounts are not published on the SRR index page. Contact Motor Carrier Enforcement at 1-204-945-3890 or visit a Manitoba Weigh Station for enforcement details.
How to Monitor Status
Zones 3 and 4 end May 27, 2026. Zone 5 ends May 31, 2026. Verify live status before every dispatch end dates are subject to change based on thawing conditions:
- SRR Index (primary status): gov.mb.ca/mti/srr/index.html
- Manitoba 511 Alerts: manitoba511.ca/List/Alerts
- Permit Services: 1-204-945-3961 or toll-free 1-877-812-0009
- Motor Carrier Enforcement: 1-204-945-3890
- Transportation and Infrastructure Regional Offices and Manitoba Weigh Stations
Status data sourced from Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure Spring Road Restrictions Index. Status observed: 2026-05-27T18:06:03+00:00. Verify current restrictions directly on the official source before dispatch.
