Alabama Oversize Permits
Call Now Alabama Oversize Permits Phone Number - (972) 220-9831
Alabama Oversize Permits requirements for all your needs, tailored to meet the demands of your load. We offer quick and affordable solutions to ensure compliance with state regulations. Our services cover everything from legal dimensions, permit applications, and escort requirements to operating restrictions and travel validity.
Alabama Oversize Permits Phone Number (972) 220-9831
Get Alabama Oversize Permits, including detailed information on Oversize Load Permit Regulations, Provision Sheets, Laws, and Alabama Annual Permits, Overweight Permits and Alabama Single Trip Permits. We provide an Alabama DOT Oversize Permit Map, along with clear guidelines on DOT Legal Dimensions, Requirements, Applications, and Tire Laws. Additionally, we outline Escort Rules, Cost breakdowns, and contact details for permit assistance.
Stay informed about the routine state permit limits, escort requirements, operating hours, and restricted travel days. Remember, a permit must be obtained before entering the state. Secure your ALDOT Oversize Permits today and handle the Alabama DOT Permits procedure seamlessly!
As an experienced permit service provider, we can help you to secure permits at a low rate. Contact us at Unique Trucking or the Alabama Oversize Permits DOT phone number, 630-800-3474. Our staff guarantees that all TxDOT laws are followed, including statutory requirements, insurance, fees, and escort conditions for the safe carriage of oversize and overweight loads. We manage both single-trip and annual permits, ensuring that operations in Alabama run smoothly.
Alabama Oversize Permits Requirements:
Alabama Oversize Permits Validity: Alabama Oversize Permits are valid for Five Days.
Alabama Operating Time: From half an hour after sunrise to half an hour before sunset (Only Daylight), Monday through Saturday. Travel is not allowed on Sunday.
Travel Restriction in Alabama: Travel is not allowed on major holidays and weekends of holidays.
Types of Oversize Permits
- Oversize Permits
- Overweight Permits
- Overhang Permits
- Single Trip Permits
- Super load Permits
- Annual Permits
What is the Alabama Legal Dimensions?
Legal length | Overhang | Width | Height | Weight |
57 feet for trailers | 10 feet front | 8 feet 6 inches | 13 feet 6 inches | 80,000lbs gross weight |
53 feet 6 inches for less than 12 feet wide road. | 5 feet rear | 8 feet on less than 12 feet wide roads |
| Single Axle_20,000lbs. |
85 feet for overall but unless trailers exceed 57 feet. | (See the note for legal overhang) |
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| Tandem Axles_34,000lbs. |
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| Tridem Axles_42,000lbs. |
Note for Legal Overhang: A 60′ manufactured steel permit is free from escort requirements.
Maximum Load Dimensions with permits in Alabama
Length | Overhang | Width | Height | Weight |
150 feet with max 20 feet overhang | 20 feet max. | 16 feet | 16 feet | Steering Axle_14,000lbs. |
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| Single Axles_22,000lbs |
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| Tandem Axles_44,000lbs |
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| Tridem Axles_66,000lbs |
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| Quad Axles_88,000lbs |
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| 5 Axles_102,000lbs |
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| 6 Axles_124,000lbs |
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| 7 Axles_146,000lbs |
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| 8 Axles_168,000lbs |
Note for Width with permit: More than 16 feet not allowed in interstate.
Superload: Loads that surpass these dimensions and more than 180,000 gross weight, are classified as superloads.
What are the requirements for a Pilot Cars in Alabama?
Length with Legal Trailer | Overhang | Width | Height |
More than 90 feet | More than 105 feet | More than 57 feet trailer | More than 5 feet rear | More than 12 feet | More than 16 feet |
1 Pilot Car | 2 Pilot Cars | 1 rear Pilot Car | 1 Pilot Car | 1 Pilot Car | 1 Pilot Car lower height on some routes |
Note: If a load surpasses two dimensions and needs more than one escort, two must be used.
Signage, Flashing Amber lights and flags Requirements and Alabama Additional Information
Signage | Flashing Amber lights | Flags |
Vehicles that exceed the specified width or length must display “Oversize Load” signs in both the front and rear to ensure visibility. | If the rear overhang exceeds 4 feet, lights are necessary for nighttime driving. Loads that exceed in height or weight do not need signs or flags. | Oversized load or vehicles must have flags on the front and rear corners. |
Additional Information: Bulldozers, front-end loaders, and other kinds of gear with projecting blades should always be loaded from behind if they protrude beyond the transport truck. If the equipment is overweight, the blade must be attached securely or, if removable, loaded separately. A 60-feet fabricated steel load is free from needing a permit or escort.
- Blade and Bucket rule 1: If a bucket or blade exceeds a width of 12 feet beyond the trailer’s sides,it must have one escort vehicle. If outriggers are utilized to restrict the bucket or blade from extending beyond the trailer’s borders, then an escort vehicle is not needed.
- Blade and Bucket rule 2: In Alabama, if a blade or bucket extends over the sidewalls of a trailer and exceeds 12 feet, two pilot cars are required. This rule is applicable to bulldozers, excavators, and any other equipment with a blade or bucket. Additionally, the blade or bucket must be loaded from the rear.
Order Your Oversize Permits Today!
Need an oversize permit? Call Unique Trucking Permits now at 972-220-9831. Our service fee is just $25! Our team is ready to assist you with a quick and easy process. Don’t wait—get your permits hassle-free with Unique Trucking Permits!
Simple Steps to Order Your Oversize Permits Fast!
Call the customer service number provided on the Unique Permits website.
Share the necessary details about your vehicle and load, including dimensions, weight, and route.
Complete the payment process over the phone using your preferred payment method.
Once processed, you will receive your oversize permit via email or fax.
Additional Information: Bulldozers, front-end loaders, and other kinds of gear with projecting blades should always be loaded from behind if they protrude beyond the transport truck. If the equipment is overweight, the blade must be attached securely or, if removable, loaded separately. A 60-feet fabricated steel load is free from needing a permit or escort.
- Blade and Bucket rule 1: If a bucket or blade exceeds a width of 12 feet beyond the trailer’s sides,it must have one escort vehicle. If outriggers are utilized to restrict the bucket or blade from extending beyond the trailer’s borders, then an escort vehicle is not needed.
- Blade and Bucket rule 2: In Alabama, if a blade or bucket extends over the sidewalls of a trailer and exceeds 12 feet, two pilot cars are required. This rule is applicable to bulldozers, excavators, and any other equipment with a blade or bucket. Additionally, the blade or bucket must be loaded from the rear.
You can contact the Alabama Oversize/Overweight Permits Office by calling 630-800-3474
In Alabama, the estimate fee is $15, some time it depends on configuration.
In Alabama, an oversized load is one that exceeds 8 feet 6 inches in width, 13 feet 6 inches in height, and 40 feet in length for a single vehicle or 57 feet for a truck-semi-trailer combination. The weight restrictions are 20,000 pounds for a single axle, 34,000 pounds for a tandem axle, and 80,000 pounds gross weight. Escort vehicles are needed for load above specific dimensions, and mobility is limited to daylight hours, Monday through Saturday. Permits are required for oversize loads and are valid for five consecutive days.
The widest load without permit is 8 feet 6 inches and 8 feet on less than 12 feet wide roads
The highest load without permit in Alabama is 13 feet 6 inches.
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