Weigh scale locations/Ports of entry - Connecticut

Whenever signs are displayed on a public highway, indicating that a scale is in operation and directing the driver of certain motor vehicles to stop at the weighing area, the driver is required to stop and allow his/her vehicle to be weighed or inspected.

Motor vehicles required to stop at weigh stations in Connecticut include the following:

• Vehicles in intrastate commerce that have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or gross combination weight (GCWR) rating or gross vehicle weight (GVW) or gross combination weight (GCW) of 18,001 or more pounds;
• Vehicles in interstate commerce that have a GVWR or GCWR or GVW or GCW of 10,001 pounds or more;
• Vehicles designed or used to transport more than eight passengers, including the driver, for compensation;
• Vehicles designed or used to transport more than 15 passengers for compensation; and
• Vehicles used in the transportation of hazardous materials in a quantity requiring placarding.

Portable scales are also used to check compliance with the legal weight limits.

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