Marquette County Highway Department

05/20/2026

05/20/2026

ATTENTION:
THURSDAY MAY 21ST- ROAD CLOSURE TOWN OF BUFFALO
The Highway Department will be paving on 17th Road in the Town of Buffalo. 17th Road will be closed from STH 22 to Gillette Road for most of the day, reopening in the afternoon.

05/07/2026

Crews will be replacing culverts on CTH E in the area of 8th Rd.

Barricades are placed at CTH E @ CTH J and CTH E @ CTH B.

Local traffic can utilize town roads to access residences.

03/30/2026

Seasonal Weight Restrictions will be removed on Monday April 6th, 2026

03/03/2026

Seasonal Weight Restrictions will begin Thursday March 5th, 2026
News Release
Seasonal Weight Restriction
Pursuant to Section 349.16 Wisconsin Statutes, the Marquette County Highway Department will be imposing seasonal weight restrictions on various County Trunk Highways. The typical timeframe for the postings would be implemented in March and terminated in April and will be dependent upon weather and surface conditions. Please check the counties web site for the start of the restrictions. The weight restrictions will become effective as soon as the signs are in place, which will be located at various intersections advising the public of the seasonal weight limits.
If melting snow or rain causes thawing at an unexpected rate the restrictions may be applied earlier, PLEASE WATCH FOR THE SIGNS! Miles posted are limited to 6 tons per axle; 24 ton gross.
These weight restrictions are for County Trunk Highways only. Any weight restrictions on State, City, Village, or Town roads are handled by each individual entity. Special concessions may be made in emergency situations on a case-by-case basis through the issuance of a single trip permit with fees charged. The seasonal weight restrictions for Marquette County Highways are as follows:
Total Number of Axles Maximum Gross Weight
Two (2) Axles 12 ton (24,000 lbs.)
Three (3) or More Axles (Straight Truck) 18 ton (36,000 lbs.)
Combination Vehicles (Tractor and Trailer) 24 ton (48,000 lbs.)
The following County Roads will not be posted under this weight restriction:
County “CX” (from Columbia line to CTH D)
County “CH” (from Waushara line to the village of Westfield)
Please watch for the signs!
These weight restrictions will be in place until highways have regained their strength and the frost has dissipated. Notices will be posted on the county web-site, when the seasonal weight restrictions are removed.
By order of the:
Brian Trebiatowski
Marquette County Highway Commissioner

10/30/2025

The one lane bridge on Eagle Road in the Town of Mecan is CLOSED until replaced. Upon inspection on 10/22/25 the state inspection crew has recommended closing it.

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09/30/2025

Marquette County Highway will be doing road work on East Montello Street from Stop Lights to Car Wash on Wednesday, October 1 and Thursday, October 2. There will be no parking on street during that time.

06/18/2025

Starting the week of June 23rd, 2025 the Highway Department will be paving County Road J from State Road 22 to the Green Lake County Line. The project will be ongoing for a few weeks weather dependent. The road will be open to local traffic only.

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04/10/2025

Marquette County
Highway Operator/Patrolman
The Marquette County Highway Department will be accepting applications to develop an eligibility list for future vacancies for a Highway Operator/Patrolman position to include all general highway maintenance throughout Marquette County. Position is full time, benefit eligible, with a 2025 hourly range of $24.11 to $26.23 depending upon experience. Additional benefit information is available by using the contact info below.
Minimum Qualifications:
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• The applicant MUST have a valid Class D Driver’s license.
• Available to work all hours including nights, weekends and holidays as needed and required to fulfill the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Must pass an Employment history evaluation, a personal interview and pre-employment physical, including drug screening.
• Possession of an un-restricted Class A, B, C – Commercial Driver’s License with air brake and tanker endorsements is preferred.
• Tuition Assistance is available for the ideal applicant to obtain their CDL.
A Marquette County Application form must be fully completed, signed and received, by application deadline in order to be considered for the initial positions. Application materials are available from and may be submitted in person or by mail to:
Marquette County Highway Department
PO Box 398
328 Underwood Ave
Montello, WI 53949
By email to [email protected]. Applications can be found online at www.co.marquette.wi.us. Any questions call (608) 297-3071.
A complete job description and Marquette County application will be available at the Highway Office at 328 Underwood Avenue Montello, WI or online at www.co.marquette.wi.us.

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04/02/2025

Monday April 7th, 2025 Marquette County Highway Department will be removing our seasonal weight limit restrictions. Thank you all for your cooperation and patience.

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03/04/2025

Seasonal Weight Restrictions will begin Thursday March 6th, 2025

News Release

Seasonal Weight Restriction

Pursuant to Section 349.16 Wisconsin Statutes, the Marquette County Highway Department will be imposing seasonal weight restrictions on various County Trunk Highways. The typical timeframe for the postings would be implemented in March and terminated in April, or May, and will be dependent upon weather and surface conditions. Please check the counties web site for the start of the restrictions. The weight restrictions will become effective as soon as the signs are in place, which will be located at various intersections advising the public of the seasonal weight limits.
If melting snow or rain causes thawing at an unexpected rate the restrictions may be applied earlier, PLEASE WATCH FOR THE SIGNS! Miles posted are limited to 6 tons per axle; 24 ton gross.

These weight restrictions are for County Trunk Highways only. Any weight restrictions on State, City, Village, or Town roads are handled by each individual entity. Special concessions may be made in emergency situations on a case-by-case basis through the issuance of a single trip permit with fees charged. The seasonal weight restrictions for Marquette County Highways are as follows:

Total Number of Axles Maximum Gross Weight
Two (2) Axles 12 ton (24,000 lbs.)
Three (3) or More Axles (Straight Truck) 18 ton (36,000 lbs.)
Combination Vehicles (Tractor and Trailer) 24 ton (48,000 lbs.)

The following County Roads will not be posted under this weight restriction:
County “CX” (from Columbia line to CTH D)
County “CH” (from Waushara line to the village of Westfield)

Please watch for the signs!

These weight restrictions will be in place until highways have regained their strength and the frost has dissipated. Notices will be posted on the county web-site, when the seasonal weight restrictions are removed.

By order of the:
Brian Trebiatowski
Marquette County Highway Commissioner

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