Super wide load moves through Tofield area on way to Fort McMurray

A super wide load blocked traffic at the west end of Tofield as it headed in an easterly direction last Thursday morning along Highway 14. The load was 29 ft. 9 in. wide and 247 ft. long. requiring the entire width of the two-lane highway, including the shoulder, while in movement.

Mammoet Canada Western Ltd. began the move on Wednesday from Edmonton, parking overnight at the junction of Highways 21 and 14. Thursday began the trip down Highway 14 west, arriving at Tofield about 10:10 a.m.

A brief stop allowed the traffic to get around the giant vessel, which was going to an industrial site north of Fort McMurray. The load proceeded west to Viking before turning north onto Highway 36 and parking overnight at Two Hills.

Pilot vehicles and flag persons accompanied the load to control traffic and enhance safety.

For more see the July 22/14 issue of the Tofield Mercury