Mayor Harris: Farm Equipment On Highways - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for August 27th, 2020 8:35 am

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Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for August 27th, 2020 8:35 am

With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-Wallebeck

This week we focus on: Farm Equipment On Highways

Watch For Farm Equipment On Highways This Harvest

Released on August 20, 2020

With harvest underway, please be aware of slower moving farm machinery on provincial highways.

“Agriculture is the foundation of Saskatchewan's economy, so we understand the importance of getting the crop off and safely into the bin,” Highways and Infrastructure Minister Greg Ottenbreit said. “We all need to do our part to keep highways safe for everyone, so please be aware of slower moving equipment.”

To learn more about transporting farm equipment, producers can visit www.saskatchewan.ca/business/transportation-and-road-construction/information-for-truckers-and-commercial-trucking-companies/moving-farm-equipment.

In addition to farm equipment, drivers also need to be aware of construction taking place on highways around the province such as:

Highway 1 bridge work over the Canadian Pacific Railway west of Maple Creek;
Highway 5 paving on Highway 5 east of the junction of Highway 316;
Highway 7 paving on Highway 7 between Delisle and Harris;
Highway 219 construction and paving between the junctions of Highways 15 and 44.

Plan ahead and be patient when entering a highway construction work zone. There may be cases when workers are not present that require you to slow down. A sharp pavement drop-off or loose stones are examples of hazards that warrant a slower posted speed. If you have concerns about highway work zone signing problems, please call 306-244-5535.0

A weekly highway construction update is also published on www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/transportation/highway-construction-projects/weekly-highway-construction-update to provide the travelling public with the latest details on projects underway to help plan safe and efficient travel. You can also report a highway work zone signing problem by calling 306-244-5535.

The Government of Saskatchewan will improve more than 1,000 kilometres (km) of provincial highways this year, the first of its 10-year Growth Plan goal to build and upgrade 10,000 km of highways.

The Government of Saskatchewan has invested more than $9.8 billion in highways infrastructure since 2008, improving more than 15,800 km of Saskatchewan highways. Another $300 million in highways stimulus funds will be invested over the next two years to stimulate Saskatchewan’s economic recovery.

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For more information, contact:

Steve Shaheen
Highways and Infrastructure
Regina
Phone: 306-933-5641
Email: steve.shaheen@gov.sk.ca

https://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/transportation-and-road-construction/information-for-truckers-and-commercial-trucking-companies/moving-farm-equipment

Moving Farm Equipment

When moving agricultural equipment on a highway, you will need to know the type of equipment covered, as well as situations requiring a permit. You will also need to know the restrictions, when escort vehicles are required and designated highways. There may be times when you do not require a permit to haul farm machinery. This depends on the type of equipment being moved, the time of day and the highway you're using.

The following are considered farm equipment:

Tractors
Combines
Tilling equipment
Seeders
Sprayers
Manure spreaders

This definition does not include items used for shelter/storage of agricultural products, such as:

Grain bins
Hopper bottoms or cones
Livestock shelters

Hauling Bales

Transporting Oversized Sprayers

Permit required

When farm equipment is being towed or is self-propelled:

on a designated highway and protrudes into the oncoming lane for a two lane highway;
on a highway and protrudes into the passing lane for a four lane highway; or
at night (between sunset and sunrise) on a non-designated highway.

When farm equipment is loaded on a vehicle or dollies and travels on any provincial highway (exceeding 2.6 m or 8.6 ft wide).
Single trip permits are available if machinery exceeds the maximum size limits up to an unlimited amount. If over 7.3 m in width, route approval is required. If over 5.18 m in height, permits are subject to clearance of vertical structures and utilities (ex. power lines).
If the machinery is partially loaded on a dolly, and is also running on its own wheels, it is considered towed farm equipment, and follows the permit guidelines for towed farm equipment.

For a permit, contact the SGI Permit Office at 306-775-6969

When no permit is required

Farm equipment that is being transported on a municipal road and does not travel on a provincial highway.
Equipment that is towed behind a vehicle or that is self-propelled on a non-designated provincial highway when travelling during daylight hours.
Over-dimension signs and flashing beacons are recommended but not mandatory.

Restrictions

Loaded farm equipment cannot be hauled on Fridays, Sundays and statutory holidays including:

After 3 p.m. on Fridays (starting the Friday before Victoria Day and ending Labour Day).
After noon on Sundays, Public Holidays, December 24, 27, and 31.
After 3 p.m. on the day before a public holiday. If a holiday falls on a Monday, normal Sunday restrictions apply.
After 3 p.m. on Fridays, when a public holiday falls on the following Saturday, Sunday or Monday.

Escort Vehicles

Regulation escort vehicles are required:

When equipment is loaded and exceeds dimensions (refer to the fact sheet below).
When travelling from dealership to dealership.
When travelling from dealership to auction.

Farm escort vehicles are required:

When travelling from dealership to farm.
When travelling only on municipal roads.

Most lanes on provincial highways are between 3.5 m and 3.7 m wide. If the equipment is wider, you may need an escort or permit.
If the equipment is loaded, it is not allowed to travel on the shoulder unless the equipment is towed, it is allowed to travel on the shoulder.

For more information, contact

Permit Office

306-775-6969 in Saskatchewan or 1-800-667-7575

Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure

306-787-5307

https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/transportation/highway-construction-projects/weekly-highway-construction-update

Weekly Highway Construction Update

A weekly construction update is published throughout the spring and summer months to provide you with the latest construction information. You should anticipate delays and always plan ahead.

While many of our projects are wrapping up, much of our work continues year-round. The frozen ground means heavy material can be hauled in to prepare for the upcoming 2020 construction season. Some bridge work will continue during the winter months. Drivers are reminded to observe posted speed limits in work zones and slow to 60 km/h when passing highway workers and equipment.

If you're planning to travel, check the Highway Hotline, which provides up-to-date information on construction, emergency road closures, the status of ferries and barges, and other road activities. Information is also available by calling 511.

New Projects/Work	Estimated Cost	Start	Description	Impact on Motorists	Completion Target
Hwy 5 near Kamsack	$3.0M	22-Jun-20	Construction of one short span bridge.	Expect delays. One-way traffic will be controlled with traffic lights. Alternative route signs have been installed at major highway intersections around Hwy 5.	15-Oct-20
Hwy 10 near Yorkton	$44 M	4-May-20	Construction of passing lanes and paving on Hwy 9 and 10.	Expect minor delay, reduce speed, sharp drop off pavement. Watch for flagpersons and reduce speed to stop.60 km/hr and be prepared to	15-Oct-20

" Saskatchewan has more road systems per person than any other population in the World. This has to do with our very modern infrastructure and agricultural background. We need bridges and roadways to get our products to market. All this in little but not so little Saskatchewan. Leading not only Canada but the World" Mayor Harris

Events:

Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace - Minimum Jack-Pot is now at a $18,500.
down to 24 cards

Follow the Lions on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreecevilleChaseTheAce/

The Town Newsletter for July/August has information about upcoming events.

Previous newsletters can be found on the Recreation page.

Non Events:

- Construction is well under way on the towns $5.1 Million Wastewater Project
Upgrades funded by the federal, provincial and municipal governments
Town of Preeceville news release - Issued May 20,2020

Click HERE to read the News Release