New Weight Restrictions Posted for Bridge on Highway 326

POPE COUNTY | November 2, 2022

New weight restrictions are in place for the Gum Log Creek Bridge in Pope County, east of Center Valley, on Highway 326.

Posting VehicleLoad Posting
Code 4 (3 axles) 9 Tons
Code 9 (4 axles)11 Tons
Code 5 (5 axles)16 Tons

The integrity of the bridge can no longer support more than the posted weight limit. The new weight restrictions will allow for continued safe operations of the bridge until repairs can be made.

The bridge is located 6.5 miles east of Center Valley on Highway 326.

Posted signs indicate the new weight changes; the weight restrictions will remain in place until further notice.

Contact: Ellen Coulter

NR 22-280

November 2, 2022