Pole and utility vehicles/trailers – Missouri

Public utilities

Blanket overlength permits not exceeding 150 feet, zero inches in length (assuming width, height, and weight are legal) may be issued for the transport of poles or pipe for minor construction, reconstruction, replacements, or emergency repairs to:

• A public utility company,
• A public agency, or
• Their contractor.

These permits must be issued for each power unit (truck-tractor or derrick truck) to travel from the nearest available pole or pipe storage yard. The restriction prohibiting travel for emergency repairs is waived for:

• Tourist areas,
• Curfew hours,
• Nighttime, and
• Holidays or holiday weekend periods.

However, clearance lights in lieu of flags, and reflectorized oversize load signs are required for night travel.

Emergency utility response permits

Railroad derailments and other civil or natural disasters may create the need for emergency movement by oversize/overweight vehicles. The Missouri DOT will also issue emergency utility response permits for the transporting of utility wires or cables, poles, and equipment needed for repair work immediately following a disaster where utility service has been disrupted; except for and excluding super heavy and large load movements under 7 CSR 10-25.020 (15).