The Iron County Road Commission is responsible for providing a road system that is reasonably safe and convenient for the traveling public.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

• ROAD CLOSURE: On Monday, October 5th, 2026, 8:00 AM CT, Ottawa Lake Rd. will be closed approx. 1 mile NE of the Lake Ottawa Recreation Area for CULVERT REPLACEMENT.

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT 9-2-26                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          BATES-AMASA RD./ PAINT RIVER BRIDGE

Due to the results of the latest bridge inspection and load-capacity calculations, Special overweight loads will no longer be "permitted" to cross the Bates Amasa Road – Paint River Bridge.

New allowable load limits will be posted on the bridge. The maximum allowable loads will be:

• 42 tons
• 64 tons
• 75 tons

The applicable load limit will depend on the number of axles and the spacing between axles.  Exceeding posted bridge weight limitations is a civil infraction carrying fines scaled by the number of overweight pounds (ranging from 4 cents to 10 cents per excess pound)

Please observe the posted weight limits to ensure the safety and continued use of the bridge.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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