Everything you need to know about securing an Arkansas oversized permit

Arkansas is home to six national park sites, 2.5 million acres of national forests, seven national scenic byways, three state scenic byways and 50 state parks. But to drive an oversized load through The Natural State, you’ll need to secure an Arkansas oversized permit. At The Permit Company, we help you obtain oversize and overweight…

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Everything you need to know about securing an Arkansas oversized permit

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Arkansas is home to six national park sites, 2.5 million acres of national forests, seven national scenic byways, three state scenic byways and 50 state parks. But to drive an oversized load through The Natural State, you’ll need to secure an Arkansas oversized permit.

At The Permit Company, we help you obtain oversize and overweight truck permits by working directly with state and local agencies on your behalf. If you have any questions about moving oversized loads through Arkansas or securing a permit, we have the answers.

 

1. How long are oversize permits valid for in Arkansas? 

Oversize permits are valid for three days.

 

What are the legal dimensions for loads in Arkansas? 

The legal limits in Arkansas are as follows:

  • Gross weight: 80,000 lbs.*
  • Width: 8’6” on all roads
  • Height: 13’6” on all roads
  • Length: 45’ for single units and buses on all roads; 53’6” for semi-trailers on all roads, 28’ for twins and doubles on all roads (semi-trailers or trailers 28’6″ in length, that were in lawful use on or before December 1, 1982, are allowed); 65’ for autotransporters on all roads; 75’ for stinger steered on all roads; Rocky Mountain doubles, turnpike doubles and triples not allowed on any roads; and 90’ for saddle mounts (power unit and three saddle mounts) on all roads.

Federal Bridge Formula applies.

 

3. What are the permit limits for loads in Arkansas?

The routine-issue permit limits in Arkansas are as follows:

  • Weight
    • Steering axle: 12,000 lbs.
      • Single: 20,000 lbs.
      • Tandem: 34,000 lbs.
    • Load-carrying axle*:
      • Single: 20,000 lbs.
      • Tandem: 46,000 lbs.
      • Tridem: 60,000 lbs.
      • Quad: 68,000 lbs.

*No additional weight for trunnions.

  • Length: No set maximums
  • Width: 20’, 16’ on interstate system. A maximum overall width of 24′ may be allowed for short moves only in cases of an emergency.
  • Height: 17′. If the overall height exceeds 17′, the move must be accompanied by public utilities personnel.

If load exceeds any of these dimensions or weights, refer to the section on superloads.

 

4. Is continuous travel allowed for oversize permits in Arkansas?

Normally, permits are only valid during daylight hours as established by the U.S. Weather Bureau. Permits may be issued for the movement of overweight vehicles on Arkansas highways on holidays and during the night when all dimensions are legal. Loads not exceeding 90′ long may travel 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Loads that are only overweight may travel 24 hours a day.

Permits may be issued for movement of loads on Arkansas highways on Saturday and Sunday, unless it’s a holiday weekend. Mobile homes are prohibited from moving on Sundays.

Travel is restricted on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

 

5. When are escorts needed in Arkansas?

On two-lane highways:

  • 1 front escort is needed for widths 12’-14’
  • 1 front and 1 rear escort (2 total) needed for widths more than 14’
  • 1 escort with height pole is needed for heights of 15’-16’
  • 1 escort with height pole (as stated on permit) and special approval is needed for heights more than 16’
  • 1 public utility escort is needed for heights more than 17’
  • 1 front and 1 rear escort (2 total) with height pole needed for vehicles more than 12’ wide and 13’6” high
  • 1 front escort is needed for lengths 100’-130’
  • 1 front and 1 rear escort (2 total) needed for lengths 130’ or more

On four-lane or interstate highways:

  • 1 rear escort is needed for widths more than 14’
  • 1 front escort with height pole is needed for heights of 15’-16’
  • 1 escort with height pole (as stated on permit) and special approval is needed for heights more than 16’
  • 1 public utility escort is needed for heights more than 17’
  • 1 front and 1 rear escort (2 total) with height pole needed for vehicles more than 12’ wide and 15’ high
  • 1 rear escort is needed for lengths 100’-130’
  • 1 front and 1 rear escort (2 total) needed for lengths 130’ or more

NOTE: The maximum width for highway movement is usually 20’ (based on routes, distance and traffic volume or type).

NOTE: Height poles should be run at 6” above load height on all highways.

Mobile homes

  • 1 escort is needed for widths up to 14’ on certain highways near the Little Rock area and on two-lane highways
  • No escorts are needed for widths up to 14’ on interstate or fully controlled access facilities.
  • 1 or 2 escorts are needed for widths more than 14’ depending on the route

 

6. What is a superload in Arkansas?

Any vehicles more than 16’6” wide, 100′ long, 15’6″ high or weighing more than 180,000 lbs. are considered superloads. Three copies of the applications for extra heavy load permits must be submitted along with a detailed sketch of vehicles including all tire sizes, the distance between axles and the overall length of the vehicle. If a load exceeds 17’ high, it must be escorted by public utilities personnel. This application should be submitted at least two days in advance of the expected move.

An additional $250 fee will be assessed on loads weighing more than 180,000 lbs.

 

If you need help in getting an oversize permit in Arkansas or have a question about permits in any other states, give us a call at (800) 359-9407 or send us an email.  

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6 Frequently Asked Questions About Oversize Permits in Kansas

“Toto, I’ve a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore.” In 1939, Judy Garland uttered this line, which has become one of the most famous lines in cinematic history. But what happens when you are in Kansas, and you’re driving an oversized load? If you find yourself driving through Tornado Alley and need assistance with obtaining…

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“Toto, I’ve a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore.” In 1939, Judy Garland uttered this line, which has become one of the most famous lines in cinematic history. But what happens when you are in Kansas, and you’re driving an oversized load? If you find yourself driving through Tornado Alley and need assistance with obtaining an oversize permit in Kansas, The Permit Company is here to help.

 

The Permit Company takes the hassle out of obtaining oversize and overweight truck permits by working directly with state and local agencies on your behalf. Below is everything you need to know about moving oversized loads through the state of Kansas and how to obtain a permit.

 

1. How long are oversize permits valid for in Kansas?

Single-trip permits are good for one trip (seven travel days).

 

2. What are the legal dimensions for loads in Kansas?

The legal limits in Kansas are as follows:

  • Gross weight: 80,000 lbs. on designated interstate highways and 85,500 on all other roads*
  • Width: 8’6” on all roads
  • Height: 14’ on all roads
  • Length: 45’ for single units and buses on all roads; 59’6” for semi-trailers on all roads; 28’6” for twins and doubles on all roads; 75’ for autotransporters on all roads; 125’ for Rocky Mountain doubles, turnpike doubles and triples on all roads; 75’ for saddle mounts with a maximum of three units on all roads

*Bridge Formula applies.

 

Rocky Mountain doubles, turnpike doubles and triples are allowed on turnpikes of up to 125’ long.

 

The weight on any group of axles is limited by the Bridge Formula. Tandem axles with centers
less than 40” apart are counted as one axle.

 

3. What are the permit limits for loads in Kansas?

The routine-issue permit limits in Kansas are as follows:

  • Weight:
    • Single: 22,000
    • Tandem: 45,000
    • Tridem: 60,000
    • Quad: 65,000
  • Gross Weight*:
    • 5 axles: 95,000
    • 6 axles: 110,000
    • 7 axles: 150,000
    • 8 axles: 150,000
  • Length: 126′
  • Width: 16’6″
  • Height: Based on clearances; loads more than 17’ high must notify utility company

If the load exceeds any of these dimensions or weights, refer to the section on superloads. The maximum weight that the state allows you to register on your IRP cab card is 85,500 lbs.

 

Contact your IRP base state to increase your weight or to increase the weight on the permit weight space. The increase is valid for 72 hours.

 

4. Is continuous travel allowed for oversize permits in Kansas?

Continuous travel is allowed one half hour before sunrise to one half hour after sunset, seven days a week, 365 days a year. There are no movement restrictions on holidays.

 

There are no state restrictions for loads that are only overweight, but the Federal Bridge Formula applies.

 

5. When are escorts needed in Kansas?

On highways of less than four lanes:

  • One front and one rear escort (two in total) are needed for widths more than 14’. The rear escort may be eliminated if a warning light is attached to the top of the towing vehicle and to the rear of each load, and is mounted 2’–8’ above the surface of the road.

On all highways:

  • One front and one rear escort (two in total) are needed for mobile homes more than 12’6” wide. On four-lane highways, the mobile home needs an 8” amber flashing light attached to the top of the power unit and another to the top rear of the mobile home being towed.

  • One front and one rear escort (two in total) are needed for superloads with widths more than 16’6” or heights more than 18’. Qualifying superload vehicles include, but are not limited to, houses, barns, sheds, granaries and storage tanks.

  • One front and one rear escort (two in total) are needed for widths more than 14’ on the KS Turnpike.

Pilot car certifications are not required in Kansas.

 

6. What is a superload in Kansas?

Anything that exceeds the following requires a bridge analysis: 18’ high, 16’6” wide, 126’ long or 150,000 lbs. Call 785-271-3231 to schedule your analysis.

 

Applications for superloads must be submitted at least 10 days prior to the desired date of movement.

 

If you need help with getting an oversize permit in Kansas or have a question about permits in any other states, give us a call at (800) 359-9407 or send us an email.

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Everything You Need to Know About Driving Oversized Loads Through Utah

Not only is Utah home to five National Parks and several other National Monuments and Sites, but it’s also home to some transportation history. The world’s first transcontinental railroad was completed in Promontory where the Central Pacific and Union Pacific Railroads met. To see this now National Historic Site while driving an oversized load through…

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Not only is Utah home to five National Parks and several other National Monuments and Sites, but it’s also home to some transportation history. The world’s first transcontinental railroad was completed in Promontory where the Central Pacific and Union Pacific Railroads met. To see this now National Historic Site while driving an oversized load through the state, you’ll need an oversize permit in Utah, which is where The Permit Company comes in.

 

The Permit Company takes the hassle out of obtaining oversize and overweight truck permits, working directly with state and local agencies on your behalf. Below is everything you need to know about moving oversized loads through the state of Utah and how to obtain a permit.

 

1. How long are oversize permits valid in Utah? 

Single trip permits are valid for four consecutive days or 96 hours.

 

2. What are the legal dimensions for loads in Utah?

The legal limits in Utah are as follows:

  • Gross Weight: 80,000 lbs. on all roads
  • Width: 8’6” on all roads
  • Height: 14’ on all roads
  • Length: 45’ for single units and buses on all roads; 53’ for semi-trailers on all roads; 61’ for both trailers of cargo and cargo carrying twins and doubles on designated highways and 81’ on all other roads; 75’ for autotransporters and stinger steered on all roads; 95’ combined trailer length for turnpike doubles, triples, and cargo and cargo carrying Rocky Mountain doubles on designated highways and 81’ for combined trailer length on all other roads; 75’ for saddlemounts on designated highways and 95’ for three-unit saddlemounts on all other roads.

Federal Bridge Formula applies.

 

3. What are the permit limits for loads in Utah?

The routine-issue permit limits in Utah are as follows:

  • Weight:
    • Single: 29,500
    • Tandem: 50,000
    • Tridem: Bridge Formula
    • Quad: Quads must be cleared through the Department of Transportation (DOT)
    • Trunnion: Bridge Formula applies
  • Gross Weight*:
    • 5 axles: 100,000
    • 6 axles: 136,750
    • 7 axles: 148,500
    • 8 axles: 186,750
  • Length: There is no maximum length. If the road can handle the length, then the permit will be issued. Loads more than 105′ in length need to be sent in for review**.
  • Width: Anything more than 14’6” requires review**.
  • Height: Anything more than 14’6” requires review**.

*These are just guidelines. The gross weight depends on your axle spacing and axle configurations. DOT will decide if these weights are permissible. Anything weighing more than 125,000 lbs. or the maximum allowed for a group, and the permit must go to bridge for analysis.

**Loads up to 14’6” wide, 14’6” high, 105’ long and with a gross weight of 125,000 lbs. or under should automatically be issued a permit.

If load exceeds any of these dimensions or weights, refer to the section on super loads.

 

4. Is continuous travel allowed for oversize permits in Utah?

Continuous travel is allowed one half-hour before sunrise to one half-hour after sunset seven days a week. You may travel 24 hours a day, seven days a week with loads 10′ wide (on all highways with proper lights and flags on all extremities), 105′ long and 14′ high. Loads 10’ to 12’ wide or 105’ in length may move on secondary highways at night with two certified pilot escorts. Loads 10’ to 14’ wide or exceeding 105’ in length may move at night with one certified pilot escort. Loads exceeding 14’ in height must have approval from UDOT.

Travel is prohibited for loads exceeding 10′ wide, 14′ high or 105′ long on New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Pioneer Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

 

5. When are escorts needed in Utah?

On all secondary highways:

  • 1 front escort needed for widths 12’-14’
  • 1 front and 1 rear escort (2 total) needed for widths 14’-17’
  • 1 front and 1 rear escort plus two police vehicles (4 total) needed for widths more than 17’
  • 1 rear escort needed for lengths 105’-120’
  • 1 front and 1 rear escort (2 total) needed for lengths more than 120’
  • 1 front with height pole and 1 rear escort (2 total) needed for heights 16’-17’6”
  • 1 front and 1 rear escort plus police vehicle (3 total) needed for heights more than 17’6”*
  • 1 front and 1 rear escort (2 total) needed for vehicles that cannot maintain the minimum posted speed
  • 1 front or rear escort needed for vehicles with an overhang of 20’ or more

On roads with four lanes or more:

  • 1 rear escort needed for widths 14’-16’
  • 1 front and 1 rear escort (2 total) needed for widths more than 16’
  • 1 rear escort needed for lengths 120’ or more
  • If the weight of the load is such that it cannot maintain the minimum safe speed (45 mph), an “Oversize Load” sign is needed. The sign should be 7′ x 18″ on a yellow background with black letters that are 10″ high in 1 5/8″ brush strokes.
  • 1 front and 1 rear escort (2 total) needed for heights 16’-17’6”
  • 1 front and 1 rear escort plus police vehicle (3 total) needed for heights more than 17’6”*
  • 1 front and 1 rear escort (2 total) needed if the height keeps the vehicle from maintaining the minimum posted speed
  • 1 escort needed if overhang is more than 20’

*Must notify utility companies for heights more than 17’6”.

Utah escort certification has reciprocity with any state that has an accredited course and issues a certification card.

State programs accepted include: Ariz., Colo., Fla., Minn., N.C., Okla., Va. (issued after 1/1/2014 only for eight-hour training), and Wash.

Notes:

  1. Utah requires a written test and classroom training for escorts.
  2. Utah DOT may require escort vehicles at its discretion when sight distance is deficient or when the route requires it for safety reasons (i.e. – turning and twisting on canyon roads).
  3. Front escorts must use height pole more than 16′ high.
  4. State police will require 48-hour advance notice. Contact 801-965-4518 for assistance.

6. What is a super load in Utah?

Super loads are generally considered to be anything more than 17′ wide, 17’6″ high and 125,000 lbs. gross weight. The state considers any load requiring bridge analysis and special routing to be a super load. Diagrams of axle spacings and weights are required along with the routes you plan to travel.

Applications are usually processed within one day, but if it is an extremely large or heavy load, it may take up to 48 hours.

Loads in excess of 17′ wide, 17’6″ high or 175′ in length require police escorts. Some secondary routes require police escorts for smaller loads. For more information, check the secondary highway restrictions.

If you need help getting an oversize permit in Utah or have a question about permits in any other states, give us a call at (800) 359-9407or send us an email.  

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