Colorado residents in Mesa County can enjoy the benefits of Ordinance 012, which will allow the use of off-highway vehicles (OHVs) on unincorporated roads. Off-highway vehicles include ATVs, dirt bikes and dune buggies. Specifically, OHVs are vehicles that are designed for use off highways and city streets. As fun as it would be to drive golf carts and snowmobiles around, such vehicles are not included in the ordinance.

To take advantage of Ordinance 012, Mesa County residents must operate OHVs only in unincorporated areas, meaning not on state and federal highways or within the various municipalities throughout the county. OHV operators must be at least 16 years old, possess a valid driver’s license and have minimum liability insurance coverage.

OHVs included in Ordinance 012 must be equipped with a working muffler, a U.S. Forest Service approved quick spark arrester, a braking system and both a headlight and taillight. While riding on roadways, OHV operators must obey the speed limit and ride on the far right hand part of the road. Private roads and property are off limits for OHV operators under Ordinance 012 unless permission is given.

With 1,532,000 acres of public land, Mesa County is the ideal place for the use of OHVs, and this ordinance will allow residents far more freedom to enjoy a beautiful area in Colorado. Mesa County is home to several parks and the largest mesa in the world.

We do encourage safe driving, and our readers can continue to follow our blog for future updates on how to safely operate OHVs and avoid accidents.

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