North Dakota Oversize Permits Cost:

North Dakota Oversize Permits Fee
Single trip oversize and overweight permits	$20 plus $15 service fee
Overweight annual permit	$100
Divisible load single trip permit	$20 plus $15 service fee
Divisible load annual interstate permit	$300
Special mobile equipment single trip permit	$25 plus $15 service fee
Annual Permits	$50

 

North Dakota Oversize / Overweight Regulations:

The North Dakota Oversize and Overweight Requirements include specific regulations for moving oversized and overweight vehicles and loads within the state.

North Dakota Permit Validity:

North Dakota oversize permits are typically valid for three days, and it is essential to have a permit before entering the state.

North Dakota Oversize Permits Operating Time:

Generally, travel is allowed from sunrise to sunset, including Saturdays and Sundays. However, there are restrictions for loads over 16 feet wide and 110 feet long on weekends.

North Dakota Oversize Permits Legal Dimensions:

Legal Dimensions of North Dakota Oversize Permits
Length	75 Feet
Height	14 Feet
Width	8 Feet 6 Inches
Weight	80,000 lbs. Gross Weight

 

North Dakota Oversize Permits Restricted Travel:

Travel may be restricted on major holidays or holiday weekends depending on load dimensions.

North Dakota Axle Weight Limits:

Axle Weight Limits of North Dakota
Single Axle	20,000
Tandem Axle	34,000
Tridem Axle	17,000

 

North Dakota Pilot Cars / Escort Vehicle Requirements

North Dakota Oversize Permits Escort Vehicle Requirement
Width More than 14 Feet 6 inches	Escort Required
More than 18 Feet in Height	Escort Required
Overall Length 120 Feet	Escort Required

 

North Dakota Oversize Signs, Lights, Flags Regulations:

The North Dakota regulations for oversize vehicles and loads mandate specific requirements for signs, lights, and flags. According to the regulations, all over dimensional vehicles and loads in North Dakota must have minimum 18-inch square red or bright orange flags displayed on the traffic side front and rear.

Additionally, when the overall length of an over dimensional movement exceeds 75 feet and/or 8 feet 6 inches in width, there should be a 12″ x 60″ OVERSIZE LOAD sign on the front and rear of the vehicle. The lettering on the sign must be black on a yellow background, with letters at least 8 inches high and a 1-inch brush stroke.

Furthermore, vehicles making over width movements during nighttime hours must have specific lighting requirements, including clearance lights visible from the front, rear, and side, as well as rotating or flashing amber lights mounted above the cab visible at a distance of at least 500 feet.

North Dakota Oversize Permits Tire Regulations:

The North Dakota oversize permits have specific regulations regarding tire weight limits. For vehicles with pneumatic tires used for construction by agricultural producers, the maximum wheel load should not exceed five hundred fifty pounds for each inch of tire width.

Additionally, seasonal permits are issued for the commercial movement of vehicles exempted by this regulation, subject to specific requirements. These regulations aim to ensure safe transportation and prevent damage to highways due to excessive weight on tires.

North Dakota Oversize Permits Fines And Penalties:

In North Dakota, oversize and overweight permit fines and penalties are regulated by state laws. Violating provisions governing size, weight, or construction of vehicles can result in penalties. For instance, any driver who refuses to stop and submit the vehicle and load to a weighing when directed by a police officer is guilty of a class B misdemeanor.

Additionally, violating the conditions of any permit type can lead to penalties, such as a fee of one hundred dollars for operating a motor vehicle without a permit. The state also imposes fees for single trip permits based on weight, with fees ranging from $20 to $70 depending on the gross vehicle weight.

Furthermore, the North Dakota State Highway Patrol requires oversize/overweight permits for movements exceeding legal size and weight limits, with axle weight restrictions in place to ensure compliance. These regulations aim to maintain road safety and protect infrastructure from damage caused by oversized or overweight vehicles.

North Dakota Annual Permits | Oversize Overweight Load Annual Permits

The North Dakota Annual Permit for oversize and overweight loads allows for the movement of non-divisible loads up to 150,000 lbs. A multi trip permit may be issued for such loads, subject to higher fees. The permit is valid for 365 days and costs $150.

Additionally, single trip permits are required for non-reducible oversize and/or overweight load movements that exceed North Dakota legal vehicle size and weight limits. These permits are valid for one load movement up to five days and are processed through the online system (E-Permits).