NORTH DAKOTA (KXNET) — The North Dakota Highway Patrol is lifting its restriction on oversize loads in the northwest region of our state. Highway patrol issued the restriction earlier this week. Oversize loads were not allowed to travel in northwest areas like McLean, Mountrail, Renville, and Divide counties. This was because of the winter snowstorms and dangerous road conditions. These restrictions have now been lifted, which means trucks can travel in these areas once again. If you have any questions, contact highway patrol's main line directly 701-328-2447.