State Oversize Permits & Escorts Information

Length: 75′ to 95′ – may require one escort

Overhang: Rear overhang up to 20′ past center of last axle or dolly may require one escort.

Width:

• Over 12′ – one escort, (over 12′ on some two-lanes – two escorts)
• over 14′ – two escorts
• over 15′ may also require State Police escort

Height:

• Over 14′-6″ – one escort with high pole
• over 16′ – two escorts with high pole
• At 15′ high and over needs route survey.

MISCELLANEOUS: Blades, buckets, counterweights, etc. may be hauled up to 16′ wide, only if cannot be reduced (welded parts). Parts may be hauled on same vehicle.

SIGNS, FLAGS & LIGHTS: Flags are required on all over width, over height and over length loads, and with 3′ front or 4′ rear overhang. Flags must be red or orange adn 18″ square placed on all four corners and all protrusions, projections and overhangs. “Oversize Load” signs required on all loads exceeding 10′ wide, over legal length or 14′ high. Loads exceeding 10′ wide, or over 4′ rear overhang need 360 degree amber warning light on tractor. Width over 12′, height over 14′-6″, length 85′ or over, requires two 360 degree amber warning lights, one on tractor and one at rear of load.

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