It shall be unlawful for any person to operate or maintain over or across any street, alley or sidewalk within the City any tractor, road roller, steam shovel, concrete mixer, excavating machine, traction engine or other vehicle of which any tire is worn or is not smooth or has sharp, uneven surfaces, cleats, spikes or projections of any kind attached thereto, or which has a tire of less than three inches (3") in width that will cause damage to the road or pavement. (1994 Code)