What Are Delaware Oversize Permits?
Delaware Oversize Permits are necessary for vehicles carrying loads that are greater or heavier than the legal limit on the road. These permits guarantee that your transportation is safe and in accordance with state rules.
Why do you need these permits?
Permits are crucial for a variety of reasons.
Safety: They assist to prevent accidents by ensuring oversize loads are moved safely.
Protecting Roads: Because some roads and bridges are incapable of supporting large loads, permits assist to protect these infrastructure.
Traffic Flow: Permits assist in planning routes that minimize disturbances to routine traffic.
Key Information about Delaware Oversize Permits.
Here's everything you should know about obtaining a permit in Delaware:
1. How Long Is a Permit Valid?
Each permit is valid for five days, allowing you ample time to complete your transportation.
2. When Can You Travel?
You can travel between sunrise and sunset, including weekends. This flexibility allows you to arrange your vacations more effortlessly.
3. Holiday Travel Restrictions
Travel is not permitted on some occasions, including New Year's Day and Independence Day. Movement must halt by noon the day before these holidays and begin after 9 a.m. the following day.
Legal Limits for Oversized Loads.
To qualify for a permit, your cargo must fulfill the following legal size limitations:
Semi-trailers can have a length of up to 53 feet.
Width: Up to 8 feet 6 inches (8 feet on non-designated roadways).
Height: 13'6" (13' on non-designated roadways).
Weight: The maximum weight is 80,000 pounds.
If your load exceeds these limitations, you may require a special Super Load Permit.
The Permits We Offer.
At Note Trucking, we offer many sorts of permits according on your requirements:
1. Single Trip Permits are ideal for one-time hauls.
2. Annual Permits are ideal if you often carry oversize cargo.
3. Overweight and Overhang Permits: Required if your load exceeds the specified limitations.
Escort Requirements.
Some oversize loads require escort cars to guarantee safe transportation:
- Loads above 90 feet require at least one rear escort.
- Loads wider than 13 feet require one escort; loads larger than 15 feet require two guards with State Police.
Why Choose Note Trucking?
At Note Trucking, we realize how complicated it may be to deal with permits. That is why our pleasant team is available to assist you in navigating the process smoothly. We will assist you in obtaining your Delaware Overweight Permits, ensuring that everything is completed correctly.
Contact us at (949) 208-2371 if you need additional information or assistance with your permit! Let Note Trucking handle your permits so you can focus on securely delivering your oversize load!
