Super loads - Pennsylvania

Operators of vehicles or loads exceeding 160 feet in length, 16 feet in width, and/or 201,000 pounds must submit to the Central Permit Office, a preliminary application including justification three weeks in advance of movement.

Applicant must furnish additional justification as to why sizes and weights cannot be reduced. A letter must be included from the manufacturer and may be required from either the rail or barge company depending on origin or destination.

Applicant must supply written permission from cities which the proposed movement will pass.

Application for permit and police escort must be submitted 48 hours in advance of anticipated move date.

The Pennsylvania DOT, in consultation with the Pennsylvania State Police, will determine whether a Pennsylvania State Police escort is necessary. If required, the permitee will pay all associated costs.

Fees are $50 plus $10 for each county involved in the routing.

The driver of a certified escort vehicle that is being operated to escort a super load must be certified and licensed by the department and wear attire that complies with the minimum attire requirements.

Any certified escort vehicle which is used to escort a super load needs to display the department's certification emblem, and use flashing or revolving yellow lights.

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