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DOT: Motorists & ATV/UTV Riders Urged to Share the Road Safely
Wisconsin Ag Connection - 05/23/2018

Motorists could be sharing the road more frequently in some areas with all-terrain and utility-terrain vehicles under a change in state law granting local authority to allow use on roads within territorial boundaries. As a result, the Wisconsin Departments of Transportation and Natural Resources are urging motorists and ATV/UTV operators to stay cautious and be aware of the new changes.

As part of the new statutes, a town, village, or city can authorize the operation of ATVs/UTVs on roads within their territorial boundaries that have posted speed limits of 35 mph or less regardless of which municipality has jurisdiction on that road.

"As the weather warms up, we're asking everyone to eliminate distractions and stay safe," said WisDOT Secretary Dave Ross. "Also, be mindful that motorists may see more ATVs on state and local roads than in the past, and fewer signs indicating ATV routes."

The agency has published a number of resources online for riders and for local officials who are interested in learning more about requirements to establish ATV routes within their jurisdiction.


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