If you don’t like semi-trucks there is a simple solution. Stop buying stuff. One West Virginia city is overwhelmed by complaints about truck traffic. It’s considering closing streets to large trucks, despite being part of crucial delivery routes. 

West Virginia city considers banning truck traffic due to complaints 

The city of Wellsburg, West Virginia is sick and tired of truck traffic. The traffic along 25th and Charles Street was brought up due to multiple complaints during the latest Wellsburg Council meeting. 

Fourth Ward Councilman, Charlie Harris suggested closing 25th Street to trucks. According to Weirton Daily Times, he has seen semi-trucks backing up for two blocks and parking on the wrong side of the street. 

Also, they have pulled utility lines down, disrupting service for residents. Many truck drivers travel to the Eagle Manufacturing facility on Charles Street. 

The traffic wasn’t expected to be an issue when the distribution center was built at the corner of State Route 2 and 22nd Street. 

Most of the trucks are using 25th and 26th Street, which aren’t part of the designated truck route. The trucks exceed the posted weight limits. Plus, they keep hitting curbs. 

Allowing extra weight by various vehicles can cause significant pavement damage due to the increased weight of the axles. Roads designed for heavy traffic, such as interstate highways are built to withstand the increased stress while local and secondary streets usually aren’t. 

Another resident, Scott Kings, argued that the ban could impact the Eagle Manufacturing business. Scott also shared that smaller vehicles often hit utility poles and park in the wrong spots.