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Pilot Car and Route Surveying Services in Mississippi

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Pilot Car and Escort Vehicle Services in Mississippi

Moving oversized loads warrants the services of seasoned professionals to avoid run-ins with the law. Wide Load Shipping pilot car services save you time and money by preventing such situations that result in penalties and fines. We have been involved in the hauling industry for over 15 years, serving clients from all industries. Our pilot car services are comprehensive, covering permits, insurance covers, route surveys, and coordination with utility companies and law enforcement agencies. We also provide expert crews and cranes of various types to handle loading and unloading. The law requires pilot cars as they are a safety asset when moving over-dimensional loads on public roads. They assist in preventing damage to public utilities and road infrastructure. For example, front pilot cars lead over height loads, verify height clearances, and warn the load driver where needed. Mississippi is home to several inland ports, which makes it a central transport hub. If your oversized load is coming through any of these ports, we will meet it and deliver it to any location in the state or the neighboring states. Some of the loads we ship include agricultural machinery like combines, overweight dozers, large boats, industrial equipment, and many more.

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When Are Pilot Cars Required in Mississippi?

Your load must be accompanied by single or multiple pilot cars when: 

  • Length: Loads over 95 feet require one escort vehicle or two on some routes. Loads over 105 feet require two escorts, one front and one rear.
  • Width: Loads over 13 feet โ€“require one escort vehicle. Loads over 16 feet require one front escort and one chase escort vehicle. When traveling at night, loads over 10 feet wide require one escort.
  • Height: Depending on conditions, the Department of Transportation may require an escort with a high pole for some routes. A route survey is required when loads exceed 15โ€ฒ-7โ€ณ in height.
  • Overhang: Loads with overhangs over 15 feet at the front or rear require one escort.

Note: For overweight dozers, the blade must be attached; if it is detached, it must be hauled on separate trailers.

Pilot Car and Escort Vehicle Certifications and Requirements in Mississippi

Mississippi law for pilot cars is fundamental. Therefore, you should follow the federal pilot car and escort vehicle requirement guidelines. Pilot car or escort vehicle mandatory operator certifications and vehicle requirements are:

  • Pilot cars should be single motor vehicles equipped with an amber rotating or strobing light mounted at the top.
  • Two red or orange fluorescent safety flags should be mounted on the vehicle’s top.
  • An “OVERSIZE LOAD” sign should be mounted at the top of the vehicle in a manner that does not obstruct the view of the strobe/rotating amber light. The sign should be mounted to the front when leading or to the rear when chasing an oversized load. Signs must be covered when not in operation.

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Double Drop Deck Trailer

Max dimensions:

29FT Length | 8.5FT Width |11.5FT Height

Max Weight:

45,000LBS

Step Deck Trailer

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53FT Length | ยฐ 8.5FT Width | 11.5FT Height

Max Weight:

48,000LBS

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Max Dimensions:

29FT Length | 8.5FT Width |11.5FT Height

Max Weight:

45,000LBS

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Oversize Load Route Surveying Services in Mississippi

Wide Load Shipping profoundly understands the challenges of choosing an efficient route for an oversized load. Whether it is the busy urban roadways or remote highways, they all pose similar limitations. We conduct route surveys and carefully analyze each route. We check for critical factors such as bridge weight ratings, height clearances, speed limits, road conditions, and local regulations to provide the best options. Permit application times are another factor to consider, as an oversized load can only move once the permit is finalized. These are primarily route-dependent, and choosing the best route can cut them down significantly. Railway crossings and overhead utilities also add extra paperwork to the process. The law requires that power and utility companies are notified when an oversized load is to move near their infrastructure. In cases where no adjustments are needed, the companies must either provide a representative to accompany the load or provide operators with consent letters.  Due to their standard sizes, many highways and interstates in Mississippi are suitable for oversized loads. However, traffic patterns can be unpredictable; hence, due diligence on the transport day is advised. Some of the recommended routes include:

  • I-55: connecting Memphis to New Orleans.
  • I-20: linking cities like Jackson and Vicksburg.
  • I-10: serving the southern part of the Mississippi.
  • US-49: running through the central part of the state from north to south.
  • US-61: Also known as the Great River Road, it runs along the state’s western border.

Contact Wide Load Shipping today to secure cost-effective pilot car services in Mississippi.