2020 Minnesota State Shipping Regulations

By WLSADMIN on May 11, 2020 / Lights, flags and signs., Oversize trucking permits, pilot-cars, State DOT trucking permit offices., USA shipping regulations. / 1 Comment

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2020 Minnesota state DOT shipping laws, regulations, rules, limitations for oversize and heavy-haul trucking permits.

Heavy-haul trucking and pilot car regulations.

Minnesota oversize, heavy-haul and pilot car companies for hire:

Minnesota pilot cars and truck escorts for hire
Minnesota oversize and heavy-haul trucking companies for hire.
Minnesota oversize and heavy-haul trucking permits.

Do I need a trucking permit? Legal load limits.

Minnesota maximum load limits until a trucking permit is required.

Length: Trailers no longer than 53 feet on designated highways. All other roads 53 feet.
Width: 8 feet and 6 inches.
Height: 13 feet and 6 inches.
Weight: 80,000 pounds GVW, 20,000 pounds on a single axle, 23,000 pounds on tandem axles with spread limited to 20,000 pounds, 20,000 pounds on tridem axles, quadem axles is 18,000 pounds maximum.
Overhang: 3 feet in the front and anything over 4 feet in the rear must be red flagged in the day and red light at night.

Routine oversize and heavy-haul trucking permits.

These maximum dimensions/weights are considered routine oversize or heavy-haul trucking permits in Minnesota:

Length: Combinations overall length over 75 feet requires a permit. Single vehicles that exceed 45 feet require a permit. Anything under 130 feet long is considered routine.
Weight: Single axle 20,000 pounds, 40,000 pounds on tandem axles (46,000 pounds with a bridge check), tridem axles 60,000 pounds, quadem axles 72,000 pounds, trunion axles 60,000 pounds. Gross weights: 5 axles 92,000 pounds, 6 axles 112,000 pounds, 7 axles 132,000 pounds, 8 axles 144,000 pounds. Over 150,000 pounds is a superload.
Width: Figure up to 14 feet to 16 feet as a routine permit. Anything over 16 feet wide man have routing issues and require a route survey.
Height: Over 13 feet and 6 inches requires a permit. Up to 14 feet is easy, then at 15 feet and 6 inches route restrictions start to apply. If over 15 feet and 6 inches you have the pleasure of paying for a route survey unless it’s an easy short run then you may wiggle out of it.
Notes: Farm equipment operating at less than 30 miles per hour may be exempt. Utility poles may be exempt. Heavy-haul loads have to deal with frost laws. Visibility from inclement weather can side-line you as well.

Minnesota superloads.

What constitutes a superload in Nebraska:

Superloads in the state of Nebraska are defined as any shipment in excess of the above weights or dimensions described above in “routine”. Also see: Laws for Minnesota state oversize and heavy-haul.

Legal travel times for oversize and heavy-haul loads.

Travel times and restrictions for heavy-haul and oversize loads:

Travel times are primarily from 2 AM until 10 PM except for holidays. Some areas have rush hour restrictions 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM so check your permit as any applicable restrictions will be listed on it. For heavy-haul loads there are spring restrictions that start usually late in February and usually end and the end of May. Night time travel is simply defined as local times of sunrise and sunset. The state of Minnesota observe Central standard Time.

Lights, safety flags and warning signs for heavy haul and oversize loads.

Required marking, safety flags, warning signs for heavy haul and oversize loads:

Signs: Oversize load signs will need to meet the following requirements: be constructed of a rigid material or mounted on a flat surface that ensures the sign will remain flat and clearly legible to all approaching traffic. Warning signs must be a minimum size of 18 inches tall and 84 inches wide. The background of all signs must be yellow in color with the letters OVERSIZE LOAD”printed on them with a clear font that is no less than 10 inches tall and 1 and 3/8ths of an inch thick and black in color. The sign panel shall be lighted when ever use during night time transport. Whenever lighting a sign it must be an a manner that illuminates it well enough to be seen from a distance of no less than 500 feet. Any oversize load that is in excess of 12 feet wide requires oversize load signs. Oversize load signs are required on all vehicles and shipments that exceed 95 feet in length. All signs will need to be legible, clean and in good condition whenever used. The appropriate and applicable sign will need to be mounted on the roof of the escort vehicle (not on the bumpers) whenever a escort vehicle or pilot car is required. Oversize load signs will need to be mounted on the cab of the truck that is towing the shipment and on the rear of the trailer that is hauling the shipment and installed no less than 5 feet above the pavement. Signs will need to be displayed when escorting or moving a oversize load. The oversize load sign shall be required on any oversized loads with multiple dimensions. “WIDELOAD” and “LONG LOAD)” signs must be used on escort vehicles, whichever is applicable. Signs will not be permitted to extend beyond the width of the fenders of the vehicle more than 6 inches to the left or the right of pilot car vehicles. The Minnesota DOT may even require additional signs if they determine that it is necessary.
Flags: Flags are required to be used on any projection(s) that extend more than 3 feet beyond the front bumper or 4 feet beyond the rear of the truck bed of any semi-trucks or when any loads exceeds 9 feet wide and or 65 feet long. Flags must be either safety fluorescent red, yellow or orange and be no less than 18 inches square. They must be securely attached to all extremities of overhang whether on the front the rear and at the corners at the widest point so they are clearly visible to approaching motorists.
Warning lights: warning lights are required when traveling during night hours and must be visible from a distance of no less than 500 feet on a clear day. Simultaneously flashing warning lights will need to be spaced as far apart from each other as possible and are required on the front and rear of the shipment and have a flash rate somewhere between 60 and 90 flashes permit. Lenses on all warning lights must be a minimum of 4 inches in diameter or have a minimum lense surface area of 12 and 1/2 inches. Instead of a pair of warning lights that flash simultaneously either one or more strobe lights or rotating lights may be permitted.

When pilot cars or escort vehicles are required.

Heavy-haul or oversize loads may be required to be accompanies by a escort vehicle or pilot car if:

Length: 95 feet to 110 feet 1 pilot car or escort vehicle on the rear. Over 110 feet requires 1 front escort and 1 chase pilot car.
Width: Loads over 12 feet and 6 inches most of state roads requires one (but not all), 14 feet and 6 inches to 16 feet require 1 front pilot car and 1 rear escort on non-divided highways but only 1 rear on divided highways. Over 16 feet wide and they will require 1 lead pilot car and a Police/LPA on the rear. On less than 4 lane roads 1 front pilot car is required and on 4 lanes 1 rear escort is required. Up to 15 feet wide at which point a second escort is required. 18 feet or wider requires a police escort.
Height: If over 14 feet and 6 inches in height you may be required to have a high pole depending on route..
Note: Permits will state on them if they are valid for either 3 or 5 days.

Pilot cars/escort vehicle certifications and requirements.

Pilot car or escort vehicle mandatory operator certifications and vehicle requirements:

The state of Minnesota has two different types of pilot cars/escorts.

“Civilian” escorts/pilot cars and “Peace Officer” escorts/pilot cars. Let’s learn about the two types first.

Civilian escorts/pilot cars: A civilian escort is an individual with a valid drivers license and a valid certification from Minnesota state DOT which has reciprocal agreement (MVCSHTO) with the following states: Colorado, Florida, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Utah and Washington state. Operators must be a minimum of 18 years old and in a properly equipped automobile or pickup truck. This agreement allows other civilian escorts (pilot car operators) certified in participating states to operate in each other.
Peace officer escorts: A peace officer escort is a Minnesota state licensed peace officer using a state authorized emergency vehicle displaying red and/or blue lights. A peace officer escort is the only type of escort permitted that has the ability to require on-coming traffic to yield to the right of way whenever an oncoming wide load encroaches over a 2 lane road center-line. A peace officer escort or pilot car will be required whenever a loaded trucks width extends over the roadway center-line and into on-coming traffic or whenever a loaded truck dimensions require the truck to travel in the wrong lane of the roadway. The Minnesota DOT has determined if extreme hazards exist a peace officer escort or pilot car is the most reasonable solution to maintain road safety for motorists. The carrier must arrange for peace officer escorts or pilot cars whenever they are required whether it is specified on the permit or not. Any time a shipment may potentially cross over the center-line a peace officer escort or pilot car is required.
Civilian escorts/pilot cars continued: Pilot car and escort vehicles can be either a pickup truck, SUV, van, or a passenger vehicle that is in good operating condition and is properly equipped. The driver of a pilot car or escort vehicle must be a minimum of 18 years of age and have a valid drivers license. No pilot car or escort vehicle is permitted to tow any type of trailer or other vehicle when operating in the capacity of a escort or pilot car driver. A pilot car or escort vehicle operator is not permitted to perform any other duties other than operating the vehicle. If a rear steer is needed or a remote is being utilized the operator of the pilot car or escort vehicle is not permitted to take part in any of these operations. All escort vehicles and pilot cars are required to be equipped with a wide load or long load sign that shall be displayed on the top of the vehicle. This sign must be clean clear and visible to all traffic. Rotating strobe being or flashing amber lights are required to be installed in the center of the roof of the vehicle and not be obstructed by any other signage. Multiple lights may be used provided they are not obstructed by anything and should be placed on the far right and left hand sides of the upper portion of the vehicle. A pilot car operating in the capacity of a lead vehicle will need to proceed the shipment by a minimum distance of 300 feet and no more than 700 feet. Rear escort vehicles or chase vehicles must follow the shipment at a close safe distance that clearly identifies it as part of the escorted shipment. Convoys are not permitted unless specifically authorized by the Minnesota state DOT.

Minnesota DOT contact information and notes.

Minnesota DOT office and permit contact information:

Minnesota Administrative Truck Center
395 John Ireland Boulevard
St. Paul, MN 55155
Telephone line: 651-296-6000
Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM (closed from Noon until 1 PM).
Website: www.dot.mn.gov
Central Standard Time
Notes: Minnesota is a member of the MVCSHTO agreement.

Minnesota cities serviced.

Ada, Adams, Adrian, Afton, Aitkin, Akeley, Albany, Alberta, Albert Lea, Albertville, Alden, Aldrich, Alexandria, Alpha, Altura, Alvarado, Amboy, Andover, Annandale, Anoka, Appleton, Apple Valley, Arco, Arden Hills, Argyle, Arlington, Arnold, Ashby, Askov, Atwater, Audubon, Aurora, Austin, Avoca, Avon, Babbitt, Backus, Badger, Bagley, Balaton, Barnesville, Barnum, Barrett, Barry, Battle Lake, Baudette, Baxter, Bayport, Beardsley, Beaver Bay, Beaver Creek, Becker, Bejou, Belgrade, Bellechester, Belle Plaine, Bellingham, Beltrami, Belview, Bemidji, Bena, Benson, Bertha, Bethel, Bigelow, Big Falls, Bigfork, Big Lake, Bingham Lake, Birchwood Village, Bird Island, Biscay, Biwabik, Blackduck, Blaine, Blomkest, Blooming Prairie, Bloomington, Blue Earth, Bluffton, Bock, Borup, Bovey, Bowlus, Boyd, Boy River, Braham, Brainerd, Brandon, Breckenridge, Breezy Point, Brewster, Bricelyn, Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Brook Park, Brooks, Brookston, Brooten, Browerville, Brownsdale, Browns Valley, Brownsville, Brownton, Bruno, Buckman, Buffalo, Buffalo Lake, Buhl, Burnsville, Burtrum, Butterfield, Byron, Caledonia, Callaway, Calumet, Cambridge, Campbell, Canby, Cannon Falls, Canton, Carlos, Carlton, Carver, Cass Lake, Cedar Mills, Center City, Centerville, Ceylon, Champlin, Chandler, Chanhassen, Chaska, Chatfield, Chickamaw Beach, Chisago City, Chisholm, Chokio, Circle Pines, Clara City, Claremont, Clarissa, Clarkfield, Clarks Grove, Clearbrook, Clear Lake, Clearwater, Clements, Cleveland, Climax, Clinton, Clitherall, Clontarf, Cloquet, Coates, Cobden, Cohasset, Cokato, Cold Spring, Coleraine, Cologne, Columbia Heights, Comfrey, Comstock, Conger, Cook, Coon Rapids, Corcoran, Correll, Cosmos, Cottage Grove, Cottonwood, Courtland, Cromwell, Crookston, Crosby, Crosslake, Crystal, Currie, Cuyuna, Cyrus, Dakota, Dalton, Danube, Danvers, Darfur, Darwin, Dassel, Dawson, Dayton, Deephaven, Deer Creek, Deer River, Deerwood, De Graff, Delano, Delavan, Delhi, Dellwood, Denham, Dennison, Dent, Detroit Lakes, Dexter, Dilworth, Dodge Center, Donaldson, Donnelly, Doran, Dover, Dovray, Duluth, Dumont, Dundas, Dundee, Dunnell, Eagan, Eagle Bend, Eagle Lake, East Bethel, East Grand Forks, East Gull Lake, Easton, Echo, Eden Prairie, Eden Valley, Edgerton, Edina, Effie, Eitzen, Elba, Elbow Lake, Elbow Lake, Elgin, Elizabeth, Elko, Elk River, Elkton, Ellendale, Ellsworth, Elmdale, Elmore, Elrosa, Ely, Elysian, Emily, Emmons, Erhard, Erskine, Evan, Evansville, Eveleth, Excelsior, Eyota, Fairfax, Fairmont, Falcon Heights, Faribault, Farmington, Farwell, Federal Dam, Felton, Fergus Falls, Fertile, Fifty Lakes, Finlayson, Fisher, Flensburg, Floodwood, Florence, Foley, Forada, Forest Lake, Foreston, Fort Ripley, Fosston, Fountain, Foxhome, Franklin, Frazee, Freeborn, Freeport, Fridley, Frost, Fulda, Funkley, Garfield, Garrison, Garvin, Gary, Gaylord, Gem Lake, Geneva, Genola, Georgetown, Ghent, Gibbon, Gilbert, Gilman, Glencoe, Glenville, Glenwood, Glyndon, Golden Valley, Gonvick, Goodhue, Goodridge, Good Thunder, Goodview, Graceville, Granada, Grand Marais, Grand Meadow, Grand Rapids, Granite Falls, Grant, Grasston, Greenbush, Greenfield, Green Isle, Greenwald, Greenwood, Grey Eagle, Grove City, Grygla, Gully, Hackensack, Hadley, Hallock, Halma, Halstad, Hamburg, Ham Lake, Hammond, Hampton, Hancock, Hanley Falls, Hanover, Hanska, Harding, Hardwick, Harmony, Harris, Hartland, Hastings, Hatfield, Hawley, Hayfield, Hayward, Hazel Run, Hector, Heidelberg, Henderson, Hendricks, Hendrum, Henning, Henriette, Herman, Hermantown, Heron Lake, Hewitt, Hibbing, Hill City, Hillman, Hills, Hilltop, Hinckley, Hitterdal, Hoffman, Hokah, Holdingford, Holland, Hollandale, Holloway, Holt, Hopkins, Houston, Howard Lake, Hoyt Lakes, Hugo, Humboldt, Hutchinson, Ihlen, Independence, International Falls, Inver Grove Heights, Iona, Iron Junction, Ironton, Isanti, Isle, Ivanhoe, Jackson, Janesville, Jasper, Jeffers, Jenkins, Johnson, Jordan, Kandiyohi, Karlstad, Kasota, Kasson, Keewatin, Kelliher, Kellogg, Kennedy, Kenneth, Kensington, Kent, Kenyon, Kerkhoven, Kerrick, Kettle River, Kiester, Kilkenny, Kimball, Kinbrae, Kingston, Kinney, La Crescent, Lafayette, Lake Benton, Lake Bronson, Lake City, Lake Crystal, Lake Elmo, Lakefield, Lake Henry, Lakeland, Lakeland Shores, Lake Lillian, Lake Park, Lake St. Croix Beach, Lake Shore, Lakeville, Lake Wilson, Lamberton, Lancaster, Landfall, Lanesboro, Laporte, La Prairie, La Salle, Lastrup, Lauderdale, Le Center, Lengby, Leonard, Leonidas, Leota, Le Roy, Lester Prairie, Le Sueur, Lewiston, Lewisville, Lexington, Lilydale, Lindstrom, Lino Lakes, Lismore, Litchfield, Little Canada, Little Falls, Littlefork, Little Rock, Long Beach, Long Lake, Long Prairie, Longville, Lonsdale, Loretto, Louisburg, Lowry, Lucan, Luverne, Lyle, Lynd, Mabel, McGrath, McGregor, McIntosh, McKinley, Madelia, Madison, Madison Lake, Magnolia, Mahnomen, Mahtomedi, Manchester, Manhattan Beach, Mankato, Mantorville, Maple Grove, Maple Lake, Maple Plain, Mapleton, Mapleview, Maplewood, Marble, Marietta, Marine on St. Croix, Marshall, Mayer, Maynard, Mazeppa, Meadowlands, Medford, Medicine Lake, Medina, Meire Grove, Melrose, Menahga, Mendota, Mendota Heights, Mentor, Middle River, Miesville, Milaca, Milan, Millerville, Millville, Milroy, Miltona, Minneapolis, Minneiska, Minneota, Minnesota City, Minnesota Lake, Minnetonka, Minnetonka Beach, Minnetrista, Mizpah, Montevideo, Montgomery, Monticello, Montrose, Moorhead, Moose Lake, Mora, Morgan, Morris, Morristown, Morton, Motley, Mound, Mounds View, Mountain Iron, Mountain Lake, Murdock, Myrtle, Nashua, Nashwauk, Nassau, Naytahwaush, Nelson, Nerstrand, Nevis, New Auburn, New Brighton, Newfolden, New Germany, New Hope, New London, New Market, New Munich, Newport, New Prague, New Richland, New Trier, New Ulm, New York Mills, Nicollet, Nielsville, Nimrod, Nisswa, Norcross, North Branch, Northfield, North Mankato, North Oaks, Northome, Northrop, North St. Paul, Norwood Young America, Oakdale, Oak Grove, Oak Park Heights, Oakport, Odessa, Odin, Ogema, Ogilvie, Okabena, Oklee, Olivia, Onamia, Ormsby, Orono, Oronoco, Orr, Ortonville, Osakis, Oslo, Osseo, Ostrander, Otsego, Ottertail, Owatonna, Palisade, Parkers Prairie, Park Rapids, Paynesville, Pease, Pelican Rapids, Pemberton, Pennock, Pequot Lakes, Perham, Perley, Peterson, Pierz, Pillager, Pine City, Pine Island, Pine Point, Pine River, Pine Springs, Pipestone, Plainview, Plato, Pleasant Lake, Plummer, Plymouth, Ponemah, Porter, Preston, Princeton, Prinsburg, Prior Lake, Proctor, Quamba, Racine, Ramsey, Randall, Randolph, Ranier, Raymond, Redby, Red Lake, Red Lake Falls, Red Wing, Redwood Falls, Regal, Remer, Renville, Revere, Rice, Rice Lake, Richfield, Richmond, Richville, Riverton, Robbinsdale, Rochester, Rock Creek, Rockford, Rockville, Rogers, Rollingstone, Ronneby, Roosevelt, Roscoe, Roseau, Rose Creek, Rosemount, Roseville, Rothsay, Round Lake, Royalton, Rush City, Rushford, Rushford Village, Rushmore, Russell, Ruthton, Rutledge, Sabin, Sacred Heart, St. Anthony city (Hennepin County), St. Anthony city (Stearns County), St. Bonifacius, St. Charles, St. Clair, St. Cloud, St. Francis, St. Hilaire, St. James, St. Joseph, St. Leo, St. Louis Park, St. Martin, St. Marys Point, St. Michael, St. Paul, St. Paul Park, St. Peter, St. Rosa, St. Stephen, St. Vincent, Sanborn, Sandstone, Sargeant, Sartell, Sauk Centre, Sauk Rapids, Savage, Scanlon, Seaforth, Sebeka, Sedan, Shafer, Shakopee, Shelly, Sherburn, Shevlin, Shoreview, Shorewood, Silver Bay, Silver Lake, Skyline, Slayton, Sleepy Eye, Sobieski, Solway, South Haven, South St. Paul, Spicer, Springfield, Spring Grove, Spring Hill, Spring Lake Park, Spring Park, Spring Valley, Squaw Lake, Stacy, Staples, Starbuck, Steen, Stephen, Stewart, Stewartville, Stillwater, Stockton, Storden, Strandquist, Strathcona, Sturgeon Lake, Sunburg, Sunfish Lake, Swanville, Taconite, Tamarack, Taopi, Taunton, Taylors Falls, Tenney, Tenstrike, The Lakes, Thief River Falls, Thomson, Tintah, Tonka Bay, Tower, Tracy, Trail, Trimont, Trommald, Trosky, Truman, Turtle River, Twin Lakes, Twin Valley, Two Harbors, Tyler, Ulen, Underwood, Upsala, Urbank, Utica, Vadnais Heights, Vergas, Vermillion, Verndale, Vernon Center, Vesta, Victoria, Viking, Villard, Vineland, Vining, Virginia, Wabasha, Wabasso, Waconia, Wadena, Wahkon, Waite Park, Waldorf, Walker, Walnut Grove, Walters, Waltham, Wanamingo, Wanda, Warba, Warren, Warroad, Waseca, Watertown, Waterville, Watkins, Watson, Waubun, Waverly, Wayzata, Welcome, Wells, Wendell, Westbrook, West Concord, Westport, West St. Paul, West Union, Whalan, Wheaton, White Bear Lake, White Earth, Wilder, Willernie, Williams, Willmar, Willow River, Wilmont, Wilton, Windom, Winger, Winnebago, Winona, Winsted, Winthrop, Winton, Wolf Lake, Wolverton, Woodbury, Wood Lake, Woodland, Woodstock, Worthington, Wrenshall, Wright, Wykoff, Wyoming, Zemple, Zimmerman, Zumbro Falls, Zumbrota.

The information contained in these pages is research information primarily for use by oversize and overweight trucking company drivers, dispatchers and pilot car companies. While every effort is put into maintaining the accuracy of this information you must absolutely verify this information with the Minnesota State DOT Permits office before commencing movement.

Laws for Minnesota state oversize and heavy-haul.

How to start a pilot car company.

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2020 Tennessee State Shipping Regulations

By WLSADMIN on May 11, 2020 / Lights, flags and signs., Oversize trucking permits, pilot-cars, State DOT trucking permit offices., USA shipping regulations. / 1 Comment

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2020 Tennessee state shipping laws, rules regulations and limitations for oversize and heavy-haul trucking permits.

Tennessee state shipping regulations DOT permit limitations and shipping regulations.

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Do I need a trucking permit? Legal load limits.

Tennessee maximum load limits until a trucking permit is required.

Length: 50 feet from the kingpin to the rear of the trailer or load that is on the trailer. Any type of pole shipping that exceeds 75 feet overall will require a oversize transport permit to be issued.
Width: 8 feet 6 inches wide.
Height: 13 feet and 6 inches tall.
Weight: 80,000 pounds gross (GVW).
Overhang: 4 feet in the rear (requires 12 inch red safety flag) and 4 feet in the front.

Routine oversize and heavy-haul trucking permits.

These maximum dimensions/weights are considered routine oversize or heavy-haul trucking permits in TN:

Length: 120 feet long overall.
Width: 16 feet wide. Anything that is in excess of 4 inches from either/both sides of the trailer is required to be flagged in front and rear. Flags must be 12 inches square minimum and safety colored orange or red.
Height: 15 feet about does it for max height in TN on most routes. At 15 feet in height you can count on being required to have a high pole (hi pole) escort.
Weight: Single axle 20,000 lbs, tandem axles 40,000 lbs, tridum axles 60,000 lbs, quadem axles, 80,000 lbs. Gross weight on 5 axles is 100,000 pounds, 6 axles 120,000 pounds, 7 axles 140,000 pounds, 8 axles 160,000 pounds. Once you hit 150,000 pounds that’s in in TN. You’re going to have to be granted special permission for your shipment to move.
Overhang: Depends on routing. 10 feet is probably not going to be a problem but much more than that is going to create delays. Over 1/3 of actual item being shipped length is not going to go over real well. Consider a different trailer is you are time sensitive. If shipment is extended beyond 4 feet from the rear of trailer red safety flags a minimum of 12 inches square are required on both sides.

Tennessee super-loads.

Requirements for extra heavy or extra dimensional (superloads) in TN:

Shipments that are defined as super-loads are typically any that exceed any of the weights or dimensions described above in routine oversize and heavy-haul trucking permits. Shipments that are in excess of 15 feet in height or 16 feet in width will not be allowed to travel via conventional permits if they is a public safety factor including potential property damages. Shipments that exceed 16 feet in height are seriously frowned on in the state of TN and will require additional approval to be considered for permitting.

Legal travel times for oversize and heavy haul loads.

Travel times and restrictions:

The one half hour before sunrise and one half hour after sunset basic rule applies. No travel on Sunday. If over-weight only continuous travel is permitted. Night time travel for overweight is not a problem as long as minimum speed limit can be maintained by carrier. Anything other than over-weight is daylight travel only for the most part unless otherwise specified on your permit. In cities and high density traffic areas travel may be restricted between 7 and 9 AM and 4 and 6 PM on weekdays – be sure to refer to your permit. On the following holidays no travel is permitted: New Years day, Good Friday, Memorial day, Independence day, Labor day, Thanksgiving day and Christmas day. The Tennessee state DOT permit office is closed on these days as well and additionally on: Martin Luther King day, Presidents day, Columbus day, Veterans day and the day after Thanksgiving. However, travel is not restricted on any of these days if it is not on a Sunday unless otherwise specified on your permit. Note that failure to comply with designated travel time restrictions can result in the carrier/shipment being placed on permit issue restriction for 365 days. Inclement weather such as ice, snow, rain, wind and anything that restricts reasonable visibility is observed. For more information on TN road conditions.

When pilot cars or escort vehicles are required.

Heavy-haul or oversize loads may be required to be accompanied by a escort vehicle or pilot car if:

QUICK REFERENCE

Length:

75 feet to 85 feet you may be permitted to use a amber strobe light.
85 feet requires 1 pilot car.
120 feet requires 2 pilot cars.

Width:

2 lane roads:

10 feet requires 1 pilot car unless the pavement is 24 feet wide edge line (white line on side) to edge line.
14 feet requires 1 pilot car and 1 escort vehicle.

4 lane roads:

12 feet 6 inches requires 1 escort vehicle.
14 feet requires 1 pilot car and 1 escort vehicle.

Height:

15 feet will require a pilot car equipped with a height pole.

Notes: Combination loads are not permitted if two oversize dimensions exist. Example: a bulldozer with a wide blade and another piece of machinery that is too tall on one single trailer. Blades and buckets on bulldozers or grading machinery are common examples. All oversize machinery must be loaded onto a trailer with extremities facing towards the rear of the trailer. Any machinery shipments with blades or buckets, etc. that is in excess of 13 feet and 6 inches will not be permitted unless removed from the machinery

DETAILS

Length: For overall lengths of up to 85 feet you can get by with a rotating or strobing amber light. If shipment is over 85 feet and 1 inch in length you will be required to have 1 pilot car (escort vehicle). If your shipment combination is over 120 feet in length you be required to have 2 pilot cars or escort vehicles.
Width: If shipment is under 10 feet wide you will need no pilot cars (escorts). Shipments 10 feet 1 inch to 12 feet wide will require 1 pilot car on a 2 lane road if the distance from one side of the road to the other is less than 24 feet in width with the shoulder size excluded in measurement. If your load is over 12 feet (up to 14 feet) wide you will be required to have 1 front and 1 rear pilot car (escort vehicle) on all 2 lane roads and highways. If your load measures 12 feet t0 14 feet in width and you are traveling on a 4 lane highway you will only be required to have 1 rear pilot car (escort vehicle). If your shipment is 14 feet to 16 feet in width you will be required to have 1 front and 1 rear pilot car (escort vehicle).
Height: If height of load exceeds 15 feet a front high pole vehicle is required.
Weight: If the shipment is able to maintain minimum speeds no escort vehicle is required.
Overhang: This is determined on a case-by-case basis. It will depend on your proposed routing. If you have any additional information on over-hang please comment below in order to help others. Thank you.

NOTE: Mobile homes exception. All mobile homes up to 16 feet wide will be required to have 1 front and 1 rear pilot car. Mobile homes are also allowed to travel on every day except for Sundays. Travel times are from 9 am until 4 pm with all day travel permitted on Saturdays.

Pilot car and escort vehicle requirements, certifications.

Pilot car or escort vehicle mandatory operator certifications and vehicle requirements:

NOTE BE ADVISED NEW LAWS FOR 2018 WILL BE RELEASED VERY SOON. Tennessee state shipping regulations state that all pilot cars/escort vehicles must display either both bumpers or 1 roof mounted “OVERSIZE LOAD” or “WIDELOAD” sign (which ever is applicable) visible from both the front and rear of the vehicle and only displayed while working. Sign must be at least 5′ long but no greater than 7′ and 12″ in height but no greater than 18″ in height, yellow in color with black letters no less than 8″ in height but no more than 10″ in height and lettering must be a minimum of 1.4″ in width. Vehicle must be equipped with 2 horizontally mounted rotating (if rotating 8″ base is required) (or strobe) amber colored flashing or strobe light which must be visible from a 360 degree angle from a minimum of 500 feet. Vehicles must be equipped with a CB radio or 2-way communication device and be in constant communication with all parties assigned to the movement.

It is our opinion that pilot cars also have a minimum of the additional items but not required: 2 – 5 pound fire extinguishers type A, B and C, a paddle sign with the word “STOP” on one side and “SLOW” on the other with dimensions of no less than 18″ in diameter with a minimum of 6″ letters. A red safety colored flag with a handle no less than 18″ square, 3 reflective emergency road triangles or 18″ traffic cones, 8 burning road flares, 2 OVERSIZE LOAD banners (yellow with black lettering) and a safety colored (red, orange, yellow or lime green) vest, jacket or shirt (used while directing traffic). Also see: FHA Best Practices for pilot cars.

Tennessee DOT and permit contact information.

Tennessee DOT office and permit contact information and notes:

Physical address:
Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT)
James K Polk State Office Building, Suite 300 (permits office is Suite 800)
505 Deaderick Street, 3rd floor
Nashville, TN 37243-0031

Regional contact information for oversize trucking permits, route surveys and insurance.

Email: See above.
Telephone number: 615-741-3821 (no answer after 4:15)
Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (closed from 12-1 PM). Personal visits from 9-3 PM except lunch hour.
Central Time Zone

Notes: Special permits are valid for 6 days and must be obtained prior to entering state. Annual permits are available in TN.

Click here for oversize and heavy-haul trucking permits.

Tennessee cities serviced.

Adams, Adamsville, Alamo, Alcoa, Alexandria, Algood, Allardt, Altamont, Ardmore, Arlington, Ashland City, Athens, Atoka, Atwood, Auburntown, Baileyton, Baneberry, Banner Hill, Bartlett, Baxter, Beersheba Springs, Bell Buckle, Belle Meade, Bells, Benton, Berry Hill, Bethel Springs, Big Sandy, Blaine, Bloomingdale, Blountville, Bluff City, Bolivar, Braden, Bradford, Brentwood, Brighton, Bristol, Brownsville, Bruceton, Bulls Gap, Burlison, Burns, Byrdstown, Calhoun, Camden, Carthage, Caryville, Cedar Hill, Celina, Centertown, Centerville, Central, Chapel Hill, Charleston, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Church Hill, Clarksburg, Clarksville, Cleveland, Clifton, Clinton, Coalmont, Collegedale, Collierville, Collinwood, Colonial Heights, Columbia, Cookeville, Coopertown, Copperhill, Cornersville, Cottage Grove, Covington, Cowan, Crab Orchard, Cross Plains, Crossville, Crump, Cumberland City, Cumberland Gap, Dandridge, Dayton, Decatur, Decaturville, Decherd, Dickson, Dover, Dowelltown, Doyle, Dresden, Ducktown, Dunlap, Dyer, Dyersburg, Eagleton Village, Eagleville, East Brainerd, East Cleveland, East Ridge, Eastview, Elizabethton, Elkton, Englewood, Enville, Erin, Erwin, Estill Springs, Ethridge, Etowah, Fairfield Glade, Fairmount, Fairview, Fall Branch, Farragut, Fayetteville, Finger, Forest Hills, Franklin, Friendship, Friendsville, Gadsden, Gainesboro, Gallatin, Gallaway, Garland, Gates, Gatlinburg, Germantown, Gibson, Gilt Edge, Gleason, Goodlettsville, Gordonsville, Grand Junction, Gray, Graysville, Greenback, Greenbrier, Greeneville, Greenfield, Green Hill, Gruetli-Laager, Guys, Halls, Harriman, Harrison, Harrogate-Shawanee, Hartsville, Helenwood, Henderson, Hendersonville, Henning, Henry, Hickory Valley, Hickory Withe, Hohenwald, Hollow Rock, Hopewell, Hornbeak, Hornsby, Humboldt, Hunter, Huntingdon, Huntland, Huntsville, Iron City, Jacksboro, Jackson, Jamestown, Jasper, Jefferson City, Jellico, Johnson City, Jonesborough, Kenton, Kimball, Kingsport, Kingston, Kingston Springs, Knoxville, Lafayette, La Follette, La Grange, Lake City, Lakeland, Lakesite, Lake Tansi, Lakewood, La Vergne, Lawrenceburg, Lebanon, Lenoir City, Lewisburg, Lexington, Liberty, Linden, Livingston, Lobelville, Lookout Mountain, Loretto, Loudon, Louisville, Luttrell, Lynchburg, Lynnville, McEwen, McKenzie, McLemoresville, McMinnville, Madisonville, Manchester, Martin, Maryville, Mascot, Mason, Maury City, Maynardville, Medina, Medon, Memphis, Michie, Middleton, Middle Valley, Midtown, Midway, Milan, Milledgeville, Millersville, Millington, Minor Hill, Mitchellville, Monteagle, Monterey, Morrison, Morristown, Moscow, Mosheim, Mountain City, Mount Carmel, Mount Juliet, Mount Pleasant, Munford, Murfreesboro, Nashville-Davidson (balance), Newbern, New Hope, New Johnsonville, New Market, Newport, New Tazewell, Niota, Nolensville, Normandy, Norris, Oakdale, Oak Grove, Oak Hill, Oakland, Oak Ridge, Obion, Oliver Springs, Oneida, Ooltewah, Orlinda, Orme, Palmer, Paris, Parkers Crossroads, Parrottsville, Parsons, Pegram, Petersburg, Philadelphia, Pigeon Forge, Pikeville, Pine Crest, Piperton, Pittman Center, Plainview, Pleasant Hill, Pleasant View, Portland, Powells Crossroads, Pulaski, Puryear, Ramer, Red Bank, Red Boiling Springs, Ridgely, Ridgeside, Ridgetop, Ripley, Rives, Roan Mountain, Rockford, Rockwood, Rogersville, Rossville, Rural Hill, Rutherford, Rutledge, St. Joseph, Saltillo, Samburg, Sardis, Saulsbury, Savannah, Scotts Hill, Selmer, Sevierville, Sewanee, Seymour, Sharon, Shelbyville, Signal Mountain, Silerton, Slayden, Smithville, Smyrna, Sneedville, Soddy-Daisy, Somerville, South Carthage, South Cleveland, South Fulton, South Pittsburg, Sparta, Spencer, Spring City, Springfield, Spring Hill, Spurgeon, Stanton, Stantonville, Sunbright, Surgoinsville, Sweetwater, Tazewell, Tellico Plains, Tennessee Ridge, Thompson’s Station, Three Way, Tiptonville, Toone, Townsend, Tracy City, Trenton, Trezevant, Trimble, Troy, Tullahoma, Tusculum, Unicoi, Union City, Vanleer, Viola, Vonore, Walden, Walnut Grove, Walnut Hill, Walterhill, Wartburg, Wartrace, Watauga, Watertown, Waverly, Waynesboro, Westmoreland, White Bluff, White House, White Pine, Whiteville, Whitwell, Wildwood Lake, Williston, Winchester, Winfield, Woodbury, Woodland Mills, Yorkville.

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2020 Georgia State Shipping Regulations

By WLSADMIN on May 11, 2020 / Lights, flags and signs., Oversize trucking permits, pilot-cars, State DOT trucking permit offices., USA shipping regulations. / 8 Comments

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2020 Georgia state DOT shipping laws, regulations, rules, limitations, for oversize and heavy-haul trucking permits.

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Heavy-haul trucking and pilot cars.

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Georgia state oversize and heavy haul trucking permits.

Do I need a trucking permit? Legal load limits.

Georgia maximum load limits until a trucking permit is required.

Length: 75 feet maximum overall combined including overhang. However, 60 feet maximum length on some routes.
Width: 8 feet maximum on some roads but on main highways and Interstates 8 feet and 6 inches is the maximum width.
Height: 13 feet and 6 inches.
Weight: GVW 80,000 pounds overall combined. Single axle is 20,340 pounds, tandem axles is 34,000 pounds and tridem axles depends on the spacing but is 20,340 pounds maximum on each axle in the configuration.
Overhang: Overhang in not detailed much by Georgia state DOT so if you are in excess of 60 feet in length overall combined we strongly suggest you contact the oversize permitting office by telephone below.

Routine oversize and heavy-haul trucking permits.

These maximum dimensions/weights are considered routine oversize or heavy-haul trucking permits in Georgia:

Length: Under 120 feet long was the old rule but as of 02/28/19 it seems there’s no limit on length if that is the only dimension over routine. Also a legal
Weight: Any single axle routine permit is 23,000 pounds, tandem axles is 46,000 pounds, tridem axles is 60,000 pounds, quadem axles is 92,000 pounds. Gross maximum routine permit weight limitations are: 5 axles 100,000 pounds, 6 axles 125,000 pounds, 7 axles 148,000 pounds, 8 axles 150,000 pounds. If over 150,000 pounds it’s a superload.
Width: 15 feet and 6 inches. However, on some routes 16 feet is permitted with 1 front pilot car and 1 rear escort. Mobiles and pre-fab homes are limited to 95 feet in length overall.
Height: Under 14 feet tall.
Overhang: This is a very odd state as far as overhang is concerned. Look below under superloads and try the actual state documentation or simply give them a call at the number listed below.
Notes: Georgia mentions a legal 53 trailer with no over all length restrictions on federal interstates and “STAA” designated routes. This isn’t real clear to our staff as no overhang limits would then be governed by maximum lengths. But with no maximum length if that is the only dimension that is over routine limits then we assume any length can be permitted. BE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN TO ALWAYS REFER TO YOUR ACTUAL OVERSIZE TRUCKING PERMIT FOR ANY DISCREPANCIES.

Georgia superloads.

Georgia superload information:

Ultimately Georgia superloads are classified on a base-by-case basis if they exceed the maximum weights or dimensions mentioned above in “routine permits” however there are exceptions to the rules. We suggest for in-depth research you refer to: The Georgia state DOT laws for oversize and heavy haul trucking permits.

Legal travel times for oversize and heavy haul loads.

Travel times and restrictions for heavy-haul and oversize loads:

Georgia travel times unless otherwise stated on your permit are as follows; Monday thru Saturdays from one-half hour after sunrise until one-half hour before sunset Eastern Standard Time or Eastern Daylight time depending on spring or fall. No travel is permitted on Sundays unless stated on your permit. No movement is permitted on the following holidays: New Years Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. I-285 is the boundary for Atlanta and travel within it is restricted and not permitted at all unless you are picking up or delivering within – if so travel times are not permitted from 6 AM until 9 AM and from 4 PM until 6 PM on weekdays M-F. Shipments in excess of 10 feet in width may not travel more than 55 miles per hour. Any permitted shipment that is in excess of 16 feet in width may only travel between 10 AM and and 3 PM in and around major cities. Any permitted shipment that is in excess of 12 feet in width may not travel under any circumstances if visibility is restricted to less than 600 feet or wind speed in in excess of 25 miles per hour.

Lights, safety flags and warning signs for heavy haul and oversize loads.

Required marking, safety flags, warning signs for heavy haul and oversize loads:

Any oversize or heavy-load must be clearly identified by the appropriate signs such as “OVERSIZE LOAD” OR “HEAVY-HAUL LOAD” or other variations that are specific. Signs must be mounted on the front of the truck and rear of item being transported. Sign dimensions must be no less than 6 feet wide and 12 inches in height. Sign must have a yellow background with black letters not less than 8 inches tall. Front and rear of oversize combination must be flagged with red or orange florescent flags 18 inches square. The power unit must be equipped with a amber light – note you must purchase a amber light permit to operate one in the state of Georgia.

When pilot cars or escort vehicles are required.

Heavy-haul or oversize loads may be required to be accompanies by a escort vehicle or pilot car if:

QUICK REFERENCE

Length:

75 feet requires 1 pilot car or a 8 inch amber light at each rear corner.
100 feet requires 1 pilot car or escort vehicle.
125 feet and over requires 1 pilot car and 1 escort.

Width:

12 feet to 14 feet and 8 inches requires 1 front and 1 rear escort. However, on some highways and designated routes amber lights may be used instead of a rear escort.
14 feet and 8 inches up to 16 feet will require 1 front lead pilot car and 1 rear chase escort on 2-lane roads. 1 escort/pilot car may be used on interstates.
16 feet in width will be determined on a case-by-case basis – refer to your permit.

Height: When over 15 feet and 6 inches in height you will be required to have a lead pilot car equipped with a height pole.

DETAILED VERSION

Length: Over 75 feet but less than 100 feet 1 rear escort of pilot car is required. Over 100 feet but less than 125 feet long requires 1 rear escort vehicle. Over 125 feet long requires 1 front pilot car and 1 rear escort vehicle.
Height: Over 15 feet and 6 inches requires 1 lead pilot car in front of truck equipped with a height pole.
Width: On 2 lane roads over 12 feet but less than 14 feet and 8 inches requires 1 rear escort vehicle behind the shipment. On 2 lane roads over 14 feet and 8 inches but less than 16 feet wide requires 1 pilot car vehicle in front of the truck and 1 rear chase escort vehicle behind the load. On 4 lane roads over 12 feet but less than 14 feet and 8 inches requires 1 rear escort vehicle. On Interstates over 14 feet and 8 inches wide but less than 16 inches will require 1 chase rear escort vehicle. Requirements for loads over 16 feet wide will be decided on a case-by-case basis.

Pilot cars/escort vehicle certifications and requirements.

Pilot car or escort vehicle mandatory operator certifications and vehicle requirements:

You must be certified (a good read) to operate a pilot car or escort vehicle in the state of Georgia (call: 888-262-8306). You must obtain a amber light permit ($2 fee 2 weeks in advance) in order to operate in the state of Georgia (call: 404-624-7211 for more information). Amber lights need to strobe and must have a minimum base size of 8 inches in diameter and be placed at the top of the vehicle. Of course newer light-bars are being accepted as pictured below. The minimum candle power rating is 35,000 or must be clearly visible from no less than 1/4 mile away. A front “OVERSIZE LOAD” sign (yellow background with 8 inch black lettering) that is no less that 6 feet wide and 1 foot tall is required to mounted on the front of all lead pilot car vehicles and on the rear of all chase escort vehicles. Pilot cars and escort vehicles are required to be equipped with 2-way communications and be in constant contact with all parties related to shipment being transported. Stop/slow paddle a minimum of 18 inches across. Safety helmet and safety vest/jacket that must be worn when exiting the vehicle. 9 yes 9 safety road triangles 17 inches tall. 8 road flares, 3 safety cones 18 inches tall, 5 fire extinguishers, first-aid kit, spare-tire, traffic wand flash-light with spare batteries. Vehicles used should either be a truck no less than 1/4 ton but no more than 17,000 pounds (GVW) or a passenger vehicle with no more than 2,000 pounds (GVW). Both sides of pilot cars must have a sign detailing the companies name and contact information visible from no less than 50 feet. Pilot cars are required to have a minimum of 2 red or orange safety colored flags mounted on the front or rear of vehicle no less than 18 inches square in shape. Passengers are not allowed with the exception of certified individuals in training status. No pets. All pilot cars and escorts must have headlights turned on low beam when operating and have lights on only when in operation (not when preparing to operate or pulled over in a turn out). Signs must be covered when not in operation. Oversize loads must pull over to allow for traffic to pass which is the only time it is appropriate to continue operating lights. Do not operate lights during pre-trip planning or any other time when not in full operation leading or chasing the shipment.

Georgia DOT contact information and notes.

Georgia DOT office and permit contact information:

Georgia Office of Permits and Enforcement
State Department of Transportation
935 East Confederate, Building 24, Room 401
Atlanta, GA 30316
Telephone: 800-570-5428
Hours: 7 AM until 4:45 PM
E-mail: ustruckerregulations@dot.ga.gov

Notes: Georgia requires that you sign their permit applications with blue ink only.
Reference: Georgia state DOT laws for oversize and heavy haul trucking permits.

Georgia cities serviced.

Abbeville, Acworth, Adairsville, Adel, Adrian, Ailey, Alamo, Alapaha, Albany, Aldora, Allenhurst, Allentown, Alma, Alpharetta, Alston, Alto, Ambrose, Americus, Andersonville, Arabi, Aragon, Arcade, Argyle, Arlington, Arnoldsville, Ashburn, Athens-Clarke County (balance), Atlanta, Attapulgus, Auburn, Augusta-Richmond County (balance), Austell, Avalon, Avera, Avondale Estates, Baconton, Bainbridge, Baldwin, Ball Ground, Barnesville, Bartow, Barwick, Baxley, Bellville, Belvedere Park, Berkeley Lake, Berlin, Bethlehem, Between, Bibb City, Bishop, Blackshear, Blacksville, Blairsville, Blakely, Bloomingdale, Blue Ridge, Bluffton, Blythe, Bogart, Bonanza, Boston, Bostwick, Bowdon, Bowersville, Bowman, Braselton, Braswell, Bremen, Brinson, Bronwood, Brooklet, Brooks, Broxton, Brunswick, Buchanan, Buckhead, Buena Vista, Buford, Butler, Byromville, Byron, Cadwell, Cairo, Calhoun, Camak, Camilla, Candler-McAfee, Canon, Canton, Carl, Carlton, Carnesville, Carrollton, Cartersville, Cave Spring, Cecil, Cedartown, Centerville, Centralhatchee, Chamblee, Chatsworth, Chattanooga Valley, Chauncey, Chester, Chickamauga, Clarkesville, Clarkston, Claxton, Clayton, Clermont, Cleveland, Climax, Cobbtown, Cochran, Cohutta, Colbert, Coleman, College Park, Collins, Colquitt, Columbus city (balance), Comer, Commerce, Concord, Conley, Conyers, Coolidge, Cordele, Corinth, Cornelia, Country Club Estates, Covington, Crawford, Crawfordville, Culloden, Cumming, Cusseta, Cuthbert, Dacula, Dahlonega, Daisy, Dallas, Dalton, Damascus, Danielsville, Danville, Darien, Dasher, Davisboro, Dawson, Dawsonville, Dearing, Decatur, Deenwood, Deepstep, Demorest, Denton, De Soto, Dexter, Dillard, Dock Junction, Doerun, Donalsonville, Dooling, Doraville, Douglas, Douglasville, Druid Hills, Dublin, Dudley, Duluth, Dunwoody, Du Pont, East Dublin, East Ellijay, East Griffin, Eastman, East Newnan, East Point, Eatonton, Edge Hill, Edison, Elberton, Ellaville, Ellenton, Ellijay, Emerson, Enigma, Ephesus, Eton, Euharlee, Evans, Experiment, Fairburn, Fairmount, Fair Oaks, Fairview, Fargo, Fayetteville, Fitzgerald, Flemington, Flovilla, Flowery Branch, Folkston, Forest Park, Forsyth, Fort Benning South, Fort Gaines, Fort Oglethorpe, Fort Stewart, Fort Valley, Franklin, Franklin Springs, Funston, Gainesville, Garden City, Garfield, Gay, Geneva, Georgetown, Georgetown, Gibson, Gillsville, Girard, Glennville, Glenwood, Good Hope, Gordon, Graham, Grantville, Gray, Grayson, Greensboro, Greenville, Gresham Park, Griffin, Grovetown, Gumbranch, Gumlog, Guyton, Hagan, Hahira, Hamilton, Hampton, Hannahs Mill, Hapeville, Haralson, Harlem, Harrison, Hartwell, Hawkinsville, Hazlehurst, Helen, Helena, Hephzibah, Hiawassee, Higgston, Hilltop, Hiltonia, Hinesville, Hiram, Hoboken, Hogansville, Holly Springs, Homeland, Homer, Homerville, Hoschton, Hull, Ideal, Ila, Indian Springs, Iron City, Irondale, Irwinton, Isle of Hope, Ivey, Jackson, Jacksonville, Jakin, Jasper, Jefferson, Jeffersonville, Jenkinsburg, Jersey, Jesup, Jonesboro, Junction City, Kennesaw, Keysville, Kings Bay Base, Kingsland, Kingston, Kite, La Fayette, LaGrange, Lake City, Lakeland, Lake Park, Lakeview, Lakeview Estates, Lavonia, Lawrenceville, Leary, Leesburg, Lenox, Leslie, Lexington, Lilburn, Lilly, Lincoln Park, Lincolnton, Lindale, Lithia Springs, Lithonia, Locust Grove, Loganville, Lone Oak, Lookout Mountain, Louisville, Lovejoy, Ludowici, Lula, Lumber City, Lumpkin, Luthersville, Lyerly, Lyons, Mableton, McCaysville, McDonough, McIntyre, Macon, McRae, Madison, Manassas, Manchester, Mansfield, Marietta, Marshallville, Martin, Martinez, Maxeys, Maysville, Meansville, Meigs, Menlo, Metter, Midville, Midway, Midway-Hardwick, Milan, Milledgeville, Millen, Milner, Mitchell, Molena, Monroe, Montezuma, Montgomery, Monticello, Montrose, Moody AFB, Moreland, Morgan, Morganton, Morrow, Morven, Moultrie, Mountain City, Mountain Park, Mountain Park, Mount Airy, Mount Vernon, Mount Zion, Nahunta, Nashville, Nelson, Newborn, Newington, Newnan, Newton, Nicholls, Nicholson, Norcross, Norman Park, North Atlanta, North Decatur, North Druid Hills, North High Shoals, Norwood, Nunez, Oak Park, Oakwood, Ochlocknee, Ocilla, Oconee, Odum, Offerman, Oglethorpe, Oliver, Omega, Orchard Hill, Oxford, Palmetto, Panthersville, Parrott, Patterson, Pavo, Payne, Peachtree City, Pearson, Pelham, Pembroke, Pendergrass, Perry, Phillipsburg, Pinehurst, Pine Lake, Pine Mountain, Pineview, Pitts, Plains, Plainville, Pooler, Portal, Porterdale, Port Wentworth, Poulan, Powder Springs, Preston, Pulaski, Putney, Quitman, Ranger, Raoul, Ray City, Rayle, Rebecca, Redan, Reed Creek, Register, Reidsville, Remerton, Rentz, Resaca, Rest Haven, Reynolds, Rhine, Riceboro, Richland, Richmond Hill, Riddleville, Rincon, Ringgold, Riverdale, Riverside, Roberta, Robins AFB, Rochelle, Rockmart, Rocky Ford, Rome, Roopville, Rossville, Roswell, Royston, Rutledge, St. Marys, St. Simons, Sale City, Salem, Sandersville, Sandy Springs, Santa Claus, Sardis, Sasser, Savannah, Scotland, Scottdale, Screven, Senoia, Shady Dale, Shannon, Sharon, Sharpsburg, Shellman, Shiloh, Siloam, Skidaway Island, Sky Valley, Smithville, Smyrna, Snellville, Social Circle, Soperton, Sparks, Sparta, Springfield, Stapleton, Statesboro, Statham, Stillmore, Stockbridge, Stone Mountain, Sugar Hill, Summertown, Summerville, Sumner, Sunny Side, Sunnyside, Sunset Village, Surrency, Suwanee, Swainsboro, Sycamore, Sylvania, Sylvester, Talbotton, Talking Rock, Tallapoosa, Tallulah Falls, Talmo, Tarrytown village, Taylorsville, Temple, Tennille, Thomaston, Thomasville, Thomson, Thunderbolt, Tifton, Tiger, Tignall, Toccoa, Toomsboro, Trenton, Trion, Tucker, Tunnel Hill, Turin, Twin City, Tybee Island, Tyrone, Ty Ty, Unadilla, Union City, Union Point, Unionville, Uvalda, Valdosta, Varnell, Vernonburg, Vidalia, Vidette, Vienna, Villa Rica, Vinings, Waco, Wadley, Waleska, Walnut Grove, Walthourville, Warm Springs, Warner Robins, Warrenton, Warwick, Washington, Watkinsville, Waverly Hall, Waycross, Waynesboro, Weston, West Point, Whigham, White, Whitemarsh Island, White Plains, Whitesburg, Willacoochee, Williamson, Wilmington Island, Winder, Winterville, Woodbine, Woodbury, Woodland, Woodstock, Woodville, Woolsey, Wrens, Wrightsville, Yatesville, Young Harris, Zebulon.

The information contained in these pages is research information primarily for use by oversize and overweight trucking company drivers, dispatchers and pilot car companies. While every effort is put into maintaining the accuracy of this information you must absolutely verify this information with the Georgia State DOT Permits office before commencing movement.

The Georgia state DOT laws for oversize and heavy haul trucking permits.

What is a height pole?

By WLSADMIN on May 3, 2019 / Guides, pilot-cars / 2 Comments

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WHAT IS A HEIGHT POLE OR HI-POLE?

A height pole or high pole or hi-pole is a measuring device that is precisely attached to the front of a pilot car vehicle that is used to measure the height of overhead obstructions during the transport of over-dimensional (tall) shipments by oversize trucking companies. North American states and provinces have laws that regulate and mandate when a height pole is required in order to transport over height shipments within their jurisdiction. To be in compliance with these pre-determined requirements trucking companies must determine if the shipment they wish to transport will require a height pole pilot car or a lead escort vehicle with a height pole installed before applying for a oversize trucking permit.

Pilot car with height pole attached.

The photograph illustrated here is a typical example of what a pilot car vehicle might appear like when equipped with a height pole. You can clearly see the measuring device affixed to the front of the vehicle as it is very tall. A height pole is typically made out of sections of fiberglass that are adjustable to meet the requirements by each state/province the shipment will be transported through. Typically the height pole will be adjusted to a height that is 6 inches (or 15.24 centimeters) taller than the shipment is when loaded onto the shipping trailer. Then once the actual transport of the item takes place the pilot car equipped with the height pole will proceed in front of the over-dimensional (tall) load being transported. If a driver of the pilot car equipped with the height pole (hi-pole or high pole) hears the fiberglass height pole hit any obstructions in the path of the shipment the operator will then immediately notify the driver of the truck transporting the shipment informing of the obstruction in order to prevent any damages to the shipment or the obstruction. When a height pole is properly mounted to the escort vehicle it is connected to the frame. If the height pole does happen to strike any objects the sound heard by the pilot car is very loud and distinct thus alerting the driver of the obstruction. It has been noted as recently as 2015 in excess of 169 million dollars in overhead obstruction damages were caused during that single year in the United States alone. So having these safety measures in place is most definitely in the best interest of everyone from the tax payer, to the safety of the motorists and the owner of the shipment being transported as well as the transportation company.

The importance of installing a height pole correctly.

There’s no such thing as cutting corners when installing a height pole on your pilot car. It’s extremely important it’s directly connected to the frame of your pilot car for two reasons:

Ensure it is sturdy, stable and not going to fall off of your vehicle.
So you can hear the sound it makes if it hits any obstruction. To do so properly it must be attached to the frame.

In order for the pilot car vehicle operator to properly hear the sound created by the height pole if a obstruction is hit it is imperative the device be properly and securely mounted to the vehicle in such a manner the bracket holding it is connected to the frame of the pilot car vehicle. In order to obtain the absolute highest quality from installing this device you may wish to make certain you are not adding sub-supports for your height pole when designing your attachment method.

Suggested methods of attaching a height pole.

While there are many different way to install a height pole on your pilot car vehicle we strongly suggest you locate a heavy-duty bumper grill made from heavy tubing such as you might see on law enforcement vehicles. If you are able to locate a front bumper/grill protector attachment you then have a few options:

The first would be to cut the top portion of the bumper guard off so your height pole can easily slide in/out of the pole. Make certain you devise a method than locks it in no matter how you decide to attach it.
The second option would be to locate a small piece of pipe the base of the height pole snugly fits into and weld this onto the bumper grill attachment.

This will require some planning, designing and fabricating on your part in order to weld the pipe in place so it stands perfectly vertical but well worth it if you wish to work with shipments that are over-height.

The bumper grill works so well due to the fact it usually connects with two bolts to your vehicle. The tubing these are constructed out of is not only heavy-duty but very close if not the same as the base of most height poles. So not only do it properly but efficiently as well.

Why is it so important to connect high poles to the frame of pilot car vehicles?

A good quality sound must be made if any obstructions are hit with the pole. You want to consider all of the other noises that occur when you are operating your pilot car vehicle. You’ve got the sound of your engine, the sound of your tires on the road as well as any 2-way radio chatter. Other sounds such as sirens, trains, air-planes etc. are frequent as well. Because the height pole is so important make sure if it does strike something overhead it clearly makes a loud sound. This will instantly alert the operator by being indistinguishable from any other sounds or background noises.

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Delaware State Shipping Regulations

By WLSADMIN on June 15, 2018 / USA shipping regulations. / Leave a comment

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2018 Delaware state shipping laws, regulations, rules and limitations for oversize and heavy-haul trucking over the roads and highways in the state of Delaware.

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Delaware Oversize Shipping Trucking & Transport.

Legal Loads.

Length: 60’ (53’ trailer)
Overhang: 3’ front; 6’ rear (included in legal allowable length)
Weight: GVW 80,000 lbs., or 20,000 lbs. per axle.

Delaware

Routine trucking & transport permits.

Length: 100’
Overhang: over 5’ must be permitted
Weight: GVW 120,000
Width: 14’
Height: 15’

How to apply for oversize and heavy-haul trucking permits.

Delaware Department of Transportation
DMV DELDOT Hauling Permits Section
PO Drawer E, Room 208
Dover, DE 19903

Phone: 302-744-2700
Hours: 8 AM until 4:30 PM
Website: www.osow.deldot.gov
E-mail: haulpermit@state.de.us

Basic Oversize permit is valid for 5 days and costs $10

Pilot Car – Escort Car Requirements.

Width over 12’ requires 1 escort car, over 14’ requires 2 escort cars, over 15’ requires State Police escort.
Length over 100’ requires 1 car, over 110’ requires 2 cars, over 120’ requires State Police escort.
Height: None unless specified on permit after obtained.

Travel times and restrictions.

Travel is permitted from sunrise to sunset with no weekend travel permitted. Travel is also prohibited on the following holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Election Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. On days preceding a holiday day movement must stop at 12 noon. Movement may continue the day following the holiday after 12 noon. Be certain to refer to your oversize or heavy-haul trucking permit for any other instructions.

Cities in Delaware: Arden village, Ardencroft village, Ardentown village, Bear, Bellefonte, Bethany Beach, Bethel, Blades, Bowers, Bridgeville, Brookside, Camden, Cheswold, Claymont, Clayton, Dagsboro, Delaware City, Delmar, Dewey Beach, Dover, Dover Base Housing, Edgemoor, Ellendale, Elsmere, Farmington, Felton, Fenwick Island, Frankford, Frederica, Georgetown, Glasgow, Greenville, Greenwood, Harrington, Hartly, Henlopen Acres, Highland Acres, Hockessin, Houston, Kent Acres, Kenton, Laurel, Leipsic, Lewes, Little Creek, Long Neck, Magnolia, Middletown, Milford, Millsboro, Millville, Milton, Newark, New Castle, Newport, North Star, Ocean View, Odessa, Pike Creek, Rehoboth Beach, Rising Sun-Lebanon, Riverview, Rodney Village, Seaford, Selbyville, Slaughter Beach, Smyrna, South Bethany, Townsend, Viola, Wilmington, Wilmington Manor, Woodside, Woodside East, Wyoming.

The information contained in these pages is research information primarily for use by oversize and overweight trucking company drivers, dispatchers and pilot car companies. While every effort is put into maintaining the accuracy of this information you must absolutely verify this information with the Delaware State DOT Permits office before commencing movement.

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Pilot cars states and cities

By WLSADMIN on September 22, 2017 / pilot-cars / Leave a comment

Tags: car, cars, company, escort, North America, oversize, pilot car, pilot cars, trucking

Pilot Cars, states and cities.

Are you looking for a pilot cars?

If you are in need of a pilot car company to escort your oversize shipment we’ve created the PiloTrac system to assist you in doing just that. Not only will it show you where pilot car companies are located but it will show you where they have pilot cars located live in real time. Pilot car companies simply post their existing available locations and they show up on our live map. It’s very easy to use and only takes a few click. If you would like to locate pilot cars in North America you can see how easy it is below:

Our system makes it easy and efficient for both pilot cars and users. Simply choose the pin that is closest to where you need service and give them a call. It’s that easy!

Our history with pilot cars has evolved.

Over the years the needs of pilot cars and trucking companies has evolved. The amount of effort spent locating the right pilot car company takes a lot less. Thanks to technology oversize trucking company dispatchers, owner operators, etc. aren’t required to “data mine” and call all over the place trying to locate a company that is the closest to their shipment. With PiloTrac it’s simple; instead of a pilot car company directory that shows you where the company is based out of we’ve designed a system that allows the pilot car drivers to post their actual locations. Not only where they are today, but where they’ll be in 10 days from now. This way shippers can locate them based on where they are at and not where they are based out of. Have a look for yourself. Below is a picture that is typical of what you will find when searching for a escort for your oversize load:

Here we have a excellent example of what it took to locate pilot cars in the past.

North America, Alaska, Canada and Mexico

Alabama pilot cars:
Birmingham, Alabama
Huntsville, AL
Mobile, AL
Montgomery, AL

Alaska pilot cars:
Anchorage, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK
Juneau, AK

Arizona pilot cars:
Flagstaff, AZ
Kingman, AZ
Phoenix, Arizona
Tempe, AZ
Tucson, AZ
Yuma, AZ

Arkansas pilot cars:
Fayetteville, AR
Hot Springs, AR
Little Rock, Arkansas
Pine Bluff, AR

California pilot cars:
Bakersfield, CA
Beverly Hills, CA
Fresno, CA
Los Angeles, California
Mendocino, CA
Malibu, CA
Oakland, CA
Palm Springs, CA
Redding, CA
Sacramento, CA
San Diego, California
San Francisco, California

Colorado Springs, CO
Denver, Colorado
Greeley, CO
Steamboat, CO
Vail, CO

Hartford Connecticut, CT
Middletown, CT
New Haven, Connecticut
Newport, CT

Washington, D.C.

Dover, DE
New Castle, DE
Wilmington, Delaware

Fort Myers, FL
Jacksonville, Florida
Miami Florida, FL
Orlando Florida, FL
Pensacola, FL
Tallahassee, FL
Tampa , FL

Americus, GA
Atlanta Georgia, GA
Columbus, GA
Macon, GA
Savannah, GA

Boise Idaho, ID
Nampa, ID
Lewiston, Idaho
Pocatello, Idaho

Chicago, Illinois
Marion, IL
Springfield, IL

Fort Wayne, IN
Gary, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN

Cedar Rapids, IA
Des Moines, Iowa
Dubuque, IA
Ottumwa, IA
Sioux City, IA

Kansas City, Kansas
Leavenworth, KS
Topeka, KS
Wichita, Kansas

Lexington, KY
Louisville, Kentucky

Billings, MT
Great Falls, Montana
Helena, MT
Missoula, MT

Lincoln, NE
Omaha, NE

Fernley, NV
Las Vegas, Nevada
Reno, NV

Manchester New, NH
Portsmouth, NH

Atlantic City, NJ
Avon, NJ
Clinton, New Jersey
Franklin Lakes, NJ
Jersey City, New Jersey
Newark Airport, NJ
Elizabeth, New Jersey

Albuquerque, NM
Clovis, NM
Las Cruces, NM
Roswell, New Mexico

Albany, NY
Buffalo, New York
Long Island, NY
New York City, NY
Quoge, NY
Rochester, NY
Southampton, NY

Charlotte, North Carolina
Fayetteville, NC
Greensboro, NC
Raleigh, NC

Bismarck, North Dakota
Fargo, ND
Grand Forks, ND
Minot, ND

Portland, Oregon
Salem, OR
Eugene, OR
Medford, OR
Bend, OR

Baton Rouge, LA
Marien, LA
New Orleans, LA
Oakdale, LA
Shreveport, LA

Bangor, ME
Mars Hill, ME
Portland, Maine

Baltimore, Maryland
Bethesda, MD
Salisbury, MD

Boston, MA
Braintree, MA
New Bedford, MA
Quincy, MA
Springfield, Massachusetts
Worcester, MA

Ann Harbor, MI
Detroit, Michigan
Grand Rapids, MI
Pontiac, MI
Saginaw, MI
Traverse City, MI

Duluth, MN
Minneapolis, Minnesota
St. Paul, MN
Rochester, MN
St. Cloud, MN

Biloxi, MS
Hattiesburg, MS
Jackson, Mississippi
Tupelo, MS

Columbia, MO
Kansas City, MO
Springfield, MO
St. Louis, Missouri

Philadelphia, PA
Bedford, PA
Pittsburgh, PA

Dallas, Texas
Austin, Texas
Houston, TX
San Antonio, TX

WideloadShipping.com carriers can most definitely benefit from using the PiloTrac system as it’s free. For more information on that topic see our earlier article.

Unfortunately, we created a “loadboard” within the PiloTrac system however pilot cars were confused by it so we decided to remove it. They expected all of the oversize trucking companies to post their loads rather than “click and call”. More on that release can be found here.

Here a look at our earlier system.

What exactly is a pilot car?

Anytime you hear the word “pilot car” (differs from Honda Pilot) it is referring to a vehicle that either leads (pilots) or follows (chases) oversize or heavy haul shipments. It is acting as a “escort” for trucking companies that are hauling shipments in excess of the legal maximum size or weight determined by the state it is being shipped within. Trucking companies that specialize in oversize and heavy haul freight typically have a very powerful tractor unit combined with a trailer that is usually flatbed oriented in order to accommodate the item being shipped. Typical items are large tanks, airplanes, passenger and cargo jets, wind energy parts, rocket parts, etc.

Drivers of pilot cars are usually certified by a state training class and have knowledge of the roads and bridges they are travelling on in order to ensure the shipment is not blocked by any bridges or utility obstructions however the state usually determines the routing. At times if the state has difficulties with the routing they may require a route survey be completed prior to authorizing the shipment to proceed with movement. In this case the pilot car company will be required to use a height pole and determine the best route for the shipment and submit it to the state for approval which allows for the oversize shipping permit to be approved so the actual transport of the item may proceed.

The pilot cars primary responsibility is to ensure the safety of motorists first and second to protect both public and private property.

South Carolina State Shipping Regulations

By WLSADMIN on March 13, 2013 / Lights, flags and signs., Oversize trucking permits, pilot-cars, State DOT trucking permit offices., USA shipping regulations. / 2 Comments

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South Carolina DOT shipping regulations for oversize and overweight trucking on state highway and roads.

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Please share your expertise or knowledge with others visitors below.

Trucking company & pilot car directory.
Locate trucking companies and pilot car companies in South Carolina state:

South Carolina trucking company directory.
South Carolina pilot car company directory.

Legal load limits.
Legal load sizes and weights:

Length: 60′ is the overall maximum length allowed without a permit.
Width: 8′ 6″ in the maximum legal width allowed to travel on state roads.
Height: 13′ 6″ is the maximum legal height allowed to travel without a permit.
Weight: 80,000 lbs maximum GVW is the maximum weight permitted to travel without a permit.
Overhang: 3′ in the front and 6′ in the rear is the maximum permitted overhang for legal travel.

Routine trucking permits.
Trucking permits for overweight and oversize loads that are handled on a daily basis:

Length: 125′ in length pretty much is the maximum for routing permits. 100′ in length is the maximum on mobile homes. Overhang see; escort requirements below but the maximum is about 15′ in length.
Width: 16′ in width is the maximum allowed on a routine permit. Over this width depending on routing and you may become a superload.
Height: 16′ in height is about the maximum. Anything over 16′ in height and you start to run into trouble. Any shipment that is over 16′ in height will be required to have a route survey done prior to getting a permit issued. Also your routing requires that the overall height of your shipment is a minimum of 6″ less that any obstructions on the route in order to get that route approved routinely.
Weight: Single axle maximum weight: 20,000 lbs, tandem axle maximum weight is 40,000 lbs, tridum axle maximum weight is 50,000 lbs, quadem axle maximum weight is 70,000 lbs, 5 axle maximum weight is 90,000 lbs, 6 axle maximum weight is 110,000 lbs, 7 axle maximum weight is 130,000 lbs. Anything over 130,000 lbs in weight is a superload and will need to have a bridge analysis done. See superload section below.
Overhang: 3′ in the front and 15′ of rear overhang is about all you are going to get. You can call for more information but expect trouble.
Notes: South Carolina DOT is pretty tough on shipments that exceed any of these weight/dimensions. So if you are a boat shipper you’d better figure out a way to cut that fly-bridge off, sorry and don’t shoot the messenger.

Superload information.
We have the following information available on superloads:

As far as length goes you can get some play as long as your routing keeps you away from historic areas. Width is the same thing with traffic density and population considered. Height is big trouble with the South Carolina DOT. You will be required to have a pilot car with you at all times if you are over 16′ in height for sure. Count on a full route survey for shipments over the 16′ in height and remember that they are NOT going to want to let you travel ANY route where the clearance is less than the required 6″ overage in height. So if you are 18′ in height then the obstruction on the proposed route needs to be a minimum of 18′ 6″ in height or you are going to have delays in getting your permit. Weight is a serious issue if you want to cross over ANY bridges so if your shipment is over 130,000 lbs in overall gross weight get ready for bridge studies and time delays. Our suggestion: examine routing alternatives. Overhang is a rare issue but when it comes up and you are wanting to overhang in excess of 15′ you are going to have trouble. This is the case anytime you want to exceed the basic rule which is more than 1/3 of the overall shipment length; you just don’t do it as it’s too dangerous and the South Carolina DOT knows it.

Permitted travel times and restrictions.
Permitted travel times and restrictions:

The 1 half hour after sunrise and 1 half hour before sunset rule applies. Travel is permitted Monday through Saturday with no travel permitted on Sundays. It is possible to get Sunday travel approved but the basic rule is “no travel on Sundays“. If you are allowed to travel on a Sunday it will be clearly stated on your travel permit. You may not travel on the following holidays: New Years day, Independence day, Labor day, Memorial day, Thanksgiving day and Christmas day. You may not travel past 12 noon on the day previous of the holiday day and until after 12 noon on the day after the holiday. In high traffic density areas you are not allowed to travel from 7 AM -9 Am and 3 PM – 6PM if you are in excess of 14′ in width. If you are 16′ in width or over, on Saturdays you are only permitted to travel between the hours of 9 AM and 3 PM with no travel before or after permitted in any locations.

When pilot cars are required.
A pilot car (escort vehicle) is required when:

Length: Length is tricky in South Carolina, call the DOT to make sure. Leave your comments below for others please.
Width: From 12′ to 14′ in width will require 1 front pilot car (escort vehicle) on 2 lane roads. 14′ to 16′ in width will require 1 front and 1 rear pilot car (escort vehicle) on all roads in the state. If your shipment is over 16′ in width you will be required to have 3 pilot cars (escort vehicles) 1 front, 1 rear and 1 police escort in the rear.
Height: It all depends on your routing. You could be required to have a pilot car (escort vehicle) with a height pole the entire trip if you are 13′ 7″ (seriously). Please share your expertise with others below.
Weight: If you are approved for weight and able to maintain the minimum speed requirements the South Carolina DOT permit office will probably not require you to have a pilot car (escort vehicle).
Overhang: If your pulling a 48′ or a 53′ (just to clarify) long trailer and you have less than 15′ of overhang you can probably get away with flagging or amber lighting your shipment instead of a rear pilot car (escort vehicle). Anything over the 15′ mark and forget it you will be required to have a pilot car (escort vehicle).

Pilot car certifications.
Pilot car (escort vehicle) certifications & requirements:

The South Carolina DOT is pretty relaxed on pilot cars. You are required to have the proper banner/sign stating “OVERSIZE LOAD” or “WIDELOAD” displayed either prominently on the top of the vehicle or on the front of lead vehicles or rear of chase vehicles. You must have a flashing or strobing amber light on the top of the vehicle that is visible from 360 degrees from a distance of no less than 500′. You are required to have a CB radio or 2 way communication device and be in communication with all drivers working on your shipment. You are required to have your headlights turned on while working.

Note: It is only our professional opinion that pilot cars also have a minimum of the additional items but not required: 2 – 5 pound fire extinguishers type A, B and C, a paddle sign with the word “STOP” on one side and “SLOW” on the other with dimensions of no less than 18″ in diameter with a minimum of 6″ letters. A red safety colored flag with a handle no less than 18″ square, 3 reflective emergency road triangles or 18″ traffic cones, 8 burning road flares, 2 OVERSIZE LOAD banners (yellow with black lettering) and a safety colored (red, orange, yellow or lime green) vest, jacket or shirt (used while directing traffic).

Shipment, truck & trailer markings.
Truck, trailer and shipment required signs, banners and flags:

Amber lights: you are required to have 1 rotating or strobing rear amber light on any vehicle that is shipping a load in excess of 12′ in width. Flags in safety colored orange or red with a minimum length in any direction of 12″ must be mounted on the 4 outer most corners of the entire overall shipment. Banner signs stating “OVERSIZE LOAD” OR “WIDELOAD” must be placed on the rear and front of the overall shipment. Banner signs must have a letter height of no less than 12′ and have a letter thickness of no less than 1 1/2″. Banner signs must have a yellow background with black lettering.

South Carolina DOT & information.
South Carolina DOT contact and other useful information:

Address:
South Carolina Department of Transportation – DOT
PO Box 191
Columbia, SC 39202

Telephone help line: 803-737-6769
Fax number: 803-737-2199
Hours of operation: 8 AM until 4:30 PM Monday thru Friday – EASTERN TIME ZONE.
South Carolina DOT oversize/overweight information website.
South Carolina DOT road closures and conditions reports.
South Carolina guidelines for movement of oversize and overweight loads.
South Carolina do it yourself single trip permit application – warning you can loose your money if you are not trained.

The information contained in these pages is research information primarily for use by oversize and overweight trucking company drivers, dispatchers and pilot car companies. While every effort is put into maintaining the accuracy of this information you must absolutely verify this information with the South Carolina State DOT Permits office before commencing movement.

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Colorado State Shipping Regulations

By WLSADMIN on March 12, 2013 / Lights, flags and signs., Oversize trucking permits, pilot-cars, State DOT trucking permit offices., USA shipping regulations. / 5 Comments

Tags: axles, Colorado, escort, height, length, oversize, pilot car, regulations, trucking, vehicle, weight

These are the 2018 Colorado DOT state shipping regulations, limitations, rules and laws for the trucking of oversize and over weight loads over the roads and highways in the state of Colorado.

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Please share your expertise or knowledge with other visitors below.

Trucking company & pilot car directory.
Locate trucking companies and pilot car companies in the state of Colorado:

Colorado trucking company directory.
Colorado pilot car company directory.

Legal load limits.
Colorado DOT legal load size & weight limitations:

Length: 75’ is the maximum overall length for any vehicle in Colorado.
Width: 8’6” is the maximum width for vehicles traveling in Colorado.
Height :14’6” is the maximum height for vehicles traveling in Colorado without a permit.
Weight: GVW 80,000 lbs on Interstate or 85,000 lbs on other roads.
Overhang: 4’ front and 10’ rear.

Routine trucking permits.
Oversize and overweight trucking permits that are routinely issued by the Colorado DOT:

Length: UPDATING 12-26-2013
Width:
Height:
Weight: Your axle spacings between your groups will be what is used to determine your maximum weight limits. Single axle: 22,000 to 27,000 lbs, tandem axles: 42,000 to 50,000 lbs, tridum: 55,000 to 65,000 lbs, quadem: 60,000 to 72,000 lbs. Gross maximum weights: 5 axle: 106,000 to 132,000 lbs if single, tandem tandem. 6 axles 119,000 lbs to 147,000 lbs if single, tandem, tridum. 7 axles 132,000 to 162,000 lbs if single, tridum, tridum. 8 axles: 137,000 to 169,000 lbs if single, tridem, quadem. YOu can go up to 200,000 lbs on a routine permit.
Overhang:

Routing trucking & shipping permits

Length:130’ on 4 lane hwy
Weight:5 Axles 125,000 6 Axles 140,000
Width:17’
Height:Depends on route

How to Apply for Permits

Colorado Department of Transportation
4001 E Arkansas # 290
Denver, CO 80222

800-350-3765 or 303-757-9539 voice
303-757-9719 Fax
Permit is valid for 5 days
Basic fee is $17.00

Pilot Car – Escort Car Requirements

Width
Over 13’2 Lanes1 Front Escort
Over 15’4 Lanes1 Rear Escort

Height:
Over 16’1 Front Escort with pole

Length:
Over 85’2 Lanes (mountain roads) 1 Front Escort
Over 110’2 Lanes 1 Front Escort
Over 115’4 Lanes 1 Rear Escort

Travel Restrictions

Travel permitted from sunrise to sunset. Continuous travel permitted if heavy only.

Port of Entry Information

Cortez, Colorado Phone 970-565-9420 Fax 970-565-9420
Dumont, Colorado Phone 303-567-4807 Fax 303-567-9477
Ft. Collins, Colorado Phone 970-482-1622 Fax 970-482-1622
Ft. Garland, Colorado – CLOSED
Ft. Morgan, Colorado Phone 970-867-5623 Fax 970-867-5623
Lamar, Colorado Phone 719-336-4712 Fax 719-336-4712
Limon, Colorado Phone 719-775-9758 Fax 719-775-9758
Loma, Colorado Phone 970-858-1068 Fax 970-858-1068
Monument, Colorado Phone 719-481-2281 Fax 719-481-2494
Platteville, Colorado Phone 970-785-2427 Fax 970-785-2427
Trinidad, Colorado Phone 719-846-2408 Fax 719-846-2408

The information contained in these pages is research information primarily for use by oversize and overweight trucking company drivers, dispatchers and pilot car companies. While every effort is put into maintaining the accuracy of this information you must absolutely verify this information with the Colorado State DOT Permits office before commencing movement.

Additional info

Rules and regulations of the state of Colorado. Truck over dimensional permit limitations.

Weight spacing between actual groups or determine the maximum amount of weight allowed. Least restrictive maximums are or a single axle 22 to 27,000 pounds, for a tandem axle 42 to 50,000 pounds, or tried them axles 55 to 60,000 axles, or quantum axles 60 to 72,000 pounds. Gross weight for five axles is 106 – 132,000 pounds (single, tandem); six axles is 119,000 147,000 pounds (single, tandem, tridem); axles 137 – 169,000 pounds (single, tandem, tridem). The actual weight depends on the actual configurations with a combined gross weight of up to 200,000 pounds you can get permits routinely issued.

The maximum length is 110 feet on mountainous two lane highways and 120 feet on all non-mountainous terrain highways with two lanes. 130 feet on all four-lane highways.

The maximum width is 17 feet

the maximum height is 16 feet. 16 feet does require the escort vehicle to have a high pole. If over 16 feet up to 17’6″ your shipment will require a route survey.

If the shipment exceeds any of these dimensions or weights refer to the state for super loads. A permit is not required for heights up to 14’6″ on highways designated by the Department of Transportation, however the legal height limit is 13 feet for the state of Colorado on all loads not specifically designated. There may be special restrictions on your permit. There is no convoy being allowed. A distance of a minimum of one half of a mile must exist between any oversized loads. For railroad crossings contact 888-877-7267 or 800-838-5452 and press option one.

A oversize load sign is required in the front and the rear. Certified pilot car and or flashing amber lights are required in the rear for the entire route. You must contact local municipalities for permission to use their roads. Daylight movement only. No moving during inclement weather and you must use turnouts to allow any traffic build up to pass you. The state of Colorado is not a port state so you may not enter it without a permit.

Super loads

loads which exceed 17 feet wide and or 200,000 pounds gross vehicle weight must submit an application to the state at least one week prior to shipment date. Utility clearance letters are required for all loads over 17’6″ in height.

Truck signs and flags

signs are required for all oversize load you must read: “wideload”, “long load” or “oversize load” as applicable. All signs must be a minimum of 5 feet wide, 10 inches tall and have black lettering that is 8 inches in height with a one point or one inch brushstroke on a yellow background. Science can be mounted on the bumper rear or top of pilot car. Escort vehicles must be readable by all traffic from the front and rear. Flags are to be placed on all four corners of any extremities of the shipment. It is necessary to obtain verification of your route prior to moving your shipment. Pilot car and escort restriction maps are available from the Colorado Department of Transportation. It is the responsibility of the truck to verify why the certification of the pilot car or escort vehicle driver.

Escort requirements

all pilot car or escort vehicle drivers are required to have a certification card when escorting any vehicle or any load through the state of Colorado. The state of Colorado will except certification cards or equivalent certificates from other states such as Florida, Oklahoma, Washington or Utah. If the state does not maintain a certification program, pilot car drivers and escort vehicle operators can obtain a certification card from the Colorado Department of Transportation. All applicants must possess a current certificate of insurance and endorsements which indicate that the operator or the operators employee has enforced full effect of insurance coverage for bodily injury and or property damage as a result of the operation of the pilot car or escort vehicle, the pilot car or escort vehicles operator, or bowls causing the bodily injury and or property damage arising out of an act or omission the pilot car or escort vehicle operator as required by state law. Such insurance endorsements shall be or no less than $1 million. Combined single limit and or $1 million per occurrence of commercial liability insurance coverage as applicable and must be maintained at all times during the term of certification. The insurance certificate must indicate on the face of the document that the policy is for the operation of pilot car or escort vehicles and or pilot car and escort vehicle duties and responsibilities as required by the Colorado Department of Transportation. Escorts are required on most mountainous roads when the link exceeds 85 feet and or over 11 feet wide pilot cars or escorts are required on two lane nonmountainous roads when exceeding 110 feet long and or 13 feet wide. Escorts are required on or lane nonmountainous roads whenever the shipment is over 115 feet long, 15 feet high and or 16 feet wide. Pilot cars or escort vehicles are required when overhang exceeds 25 feet. If the overhang is on the front, the pilot car must run in front. If the overhang is in the back the pilot car must follow the load. On blue loads that is loads from 11 to 13 feet wide will be required to have a front escort and or loads 13 feet up to 15 feet wide require a front and rear escort or can possibly get away with one flashing amber light in the rear depending on your route. On yellow loads, loads from 11 feet wide to 13 feet wide require a front escort. Loads over 13 feet wide and up to 15 feet wide require a front and rear pilot car and escort and possibly one flashing amber light in the rear depending on the route. Pilot cars and escort operators shall use a height pole when escorting any load in excess of 16 feet in height, unless otherwise determined by the department which will be stated on the oversize trucking permit. The height pole shall not extend more than 6 inches above the maximum height of the oversize vehicle shipment.

Steer or tiller men operations will not be performed by pilot car companies or escort drivers or by passengers of any pilot car or escort vehicle that is escorting the oversize vehicle or load.

Escort vehicle requirements

all escort vehicles or pilot cars shall be equipped with two-way radios. A warning lamp mounted as high as practical which shall be capable of displaying a flashing oscillating or rotating yellow light with sufficient intensity to be visible at a minimum of 500 feet and normal sunlight. A pilot car or escort vehicle operator shall carry the following items at all times: a standard eight teen inch stop slow paddle. Three reflective triangles. A orange or white hardhat. A reflector rise orange safety jacket, shirt or vest. A minimum of 15 pound B and C fire extinguisher or 110 pound ABC fire extinguisher or pilot cars or escort vehicles of hazardous materials. Eight flares. Three orange traffic cones. A flashlight. One additional oversize load sign. To handheld two-way radios. A first aid kit. A spare tire. A tire Jack. And a lug wrench. All headlights and rear lights of the escort vehicle shall be delighted. Operators of vehicle shall carry at all times a certification card. A pilot car or escort vehicle shall display mounted on the top of the pilot escort vehicle wide load, long load, or oversize load signs visible to approaching traffic from the front and the rear. All sign shall be a minimum of 5 feet wide 10 inches tall with a minimum 1 inch wide brushstroke of black letters on a minimum of 8 inches high on yellow background or shell be a maximum of 7 feet wide and 18 inches high with a minimum 1.41 inch brushstroke, black letters with a minimum height of 10 inches tall on a yellow background. The pilot car or escort vehicle must be easily identifiable with signs or placards to be displayed on the side of the escort vehicle or pilot car at all times. The sign or placard must appear on both sides of the pilot car or the escort vehicle and be in letters that contrasts sharply with the color of the background of the vehicle as well as be legible during daylight hours from a distance of a minimum of 50 feet. When a pilot car or escort vehicle is not escorting a oversize load but moving on the highway all oversize load, wide load, tall load signs shall be either removed or covered with any flashing yellow lights turned off.

Travel times

daylight hours, seven days a week. Some night travels allow was certain special lighting restrictions. Travel is permitted on Saturday and Sunday. Daylight travel is allowed as well as night time, however nighttime travel has special requirements. Travel is prohibited on the following holidays Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day. If the holiday falls on a Saturday the previous Friday is also restricted. If the holiday falls on a Sunday the following Monday is also restricted. Permitted loads may travel on New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving day and Christmas day. However if any of these holidays fall on a Saturday travel is prohibited on the previous Friday and if the holiday falls on a Sunday travel is prohibited on the following Monday. The state permit office will be closed on these mention holidays. Travel is restricted during the hours of six till 9 AM and three till six PAM in the Denver metropolitan area. Travel is restricted during the hours of seven until 9 AM and four until 6 PM in the Colorado Springs and Pueblo Colorado areas. For other time restrictions check your permit.

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