SWANZEY, N.H. and KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) Both the town of Swanzey and the City of Keene have began enforcing a six-ton weight limit on all town roads Monday in accordance with NH RSA 231:191. The restriction will remain in place until further notice to protect roads during the spring thaw.

Exemptions in Swanzey include emergency vehicles, home fuel delivery trucks, government-owned vehicles, school buses, and residents who must use a posted road to reach their home or business. In special circumstances, truck operators may apply for a Posted Highway Use Permit, allowing limited travel on restricted roads. Permit requests can be directed to Joe DiRusso, Director of Public Works, at (603) 352-7116.

For more information, contact the Swanzey Public Works Department at 352-6550.

The Keene Public Works Engineering Division has announced that several city roads will also be subject to the same six-ton load limit from through May 1, 2025. The affected roads include:

  • Base Hill Road
  • Daniels Hill Road
  • Ferry Brook Road
  • Grimes Road
  • Gunn Road
  • Hurricane Road
  • Jordan Road
  • Nims Road
  • Peg Shop Road
  • Stearns Road
  • Whitcombs Mill Road

The seasonal weight restrictions help protect local roads from damage caused by heavy vehicles during the thawing period.

For questions or additional details, residents and businesses can contact the Keene Public Works Department at 352-6550.