Super loads - Louisiana

Loads 232,000 pounds or more are considered super loads.

Loads in excess of 232,000 pounds must follow these specific guidelines for submitting information prior to a permit being issued:

1. Submit a drawing of the assembled vehicle showing:
   1. The location of the centerline of each axle;
   2. The spacing and size of the wheels on each axle;
   3. The tare (unloaded tractor/trailer combination) weight of each axle in pounds;
   4. The location of the kingpin of the trailer;
   5. The location of the kingpin of each jeep combination;
   6. The width and length of the flat bed (if applicable);
   7. The location of the load on the hauling combination - including tractor(s); and
   8. The height of the load on the hauling combination;
2. Submit a drawing showing:
   1. The outside dimensions of the load to be hauled which should show side and end elevations and plan views;
   2. The weight of the load and the total weight for each axle in pounds; and
   3. The center of gravity of the load;
3. Submit a map showing the proposed route and any alternate proposed routes in order of preference;
4. In the event there are one or more parallel, alternate modes of transportation which cannot accommodate the load, such as a navigable waterway or railroad, but substantially reduces the length of haul on the State highway system, evidence of the physical and/or regulatory impasse(s) must be submitted with the permit request. This evidence must be a written response from the facility's authorities or offices stating the nature of the impasse which will not accommodate the load; and
5. Statement from the owner of the load certifying its gross weight.

Approximate approval time is four to six weeks.

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