Georgia Oversize Permits: Your Guide by Unique Trucking Broker

Understanding the complexity of Georgia Oversize Permits can be difficult, particularly for trucking businesses and operators. At Unique Trucking Broker, we specialize in granting all forms of trucking oversize permits, ensuring that your loads adhere to state standards. If you want assistance, please call us at (972) 220-9831.

 Understanding Georgia Oversize Permits

Georgia Oversize Permits are required for moving loads that exceed the legal size and weight restrictions on public roads. These permits are good for ten days, giving operators more flexibility in arranging their travel. The operation hours are limited to one half hour after sunrise to one half hour before sunset, seven days a week. However, load weighing no more than 125,000 lbs with legal dimensions may be eligible for continuous transit if requested when buying the permit.

 Permit Types Available:

When dealing with oversized loads in Georgia, a variety of permits may be required:

Georgia permits include oversize, overweight, overhang, single-trip, and annual.

Each permit type serves a distinct purpose, whether for a single journey or continuous activities.

 Georgia Legal Dimensions and Weight Limits

Understanding the legal dimensions is critical for compliance.

– A 48′ to 53′ trailer may be up to 75 feet long (including the overhang).
– The maximum width is 8′-6″ (8′ on some non-designated roads).
– Maximum height: 13′-6″.
– Weight: The gross weight limit is generally 80,000 lbs.

Regarding regular permits:

– Length: There is no set maximum.
– Width: Up to 15′-6″.
– Height: Up to 16 feet.
– Weight Limit:
– 5 axles: 100,000 lbs; – 6 axles: 125,000 lbs.
– 7 axles: 148,000 pounds.
– Eight axles: 150,000 pounds.

Loads that surpass these dimensions require special treatment as Super Loads.

Georgia Escort Requirements:

Certain loads require escorts because to their size:
– Loads above 75 feet require one escort.
– Loads exceeding 100 feet require one escort.
– Loads over 125 feet require two escorts.

For width, vehicles over 12 feet and up to 14′-8″ require one rear escort or amber light on highways.

Georgia Travel Time Restrictions

Travel restrictions apply in various situations, including no movement on Sundays.
– No permit movement is permitted in Atlanta (bounded by I-285) between 7 AM – 9 AM and 4 PM – 6 PM, Monday through Friday.
– Major holidays also prevent travel.

 Additional Permit Information:

Those who need to apply for a permit can do so through the Georgia Department of Transportation’s online portal. This includes applications for the Georgia overweight permit application and access to your account through the Georgia oversize permits login.

We can also help you get a temporary fuel permit or an IFTA permit. The fees of Georgia overweight permits vary depending on the kind and period of the permit required.

 Why Choose a Unique Trucking Broker?

At Unique Trucking Broker, we pride ourselves on offering full service for all your trucking permit needs. Our team understands the complexities of Georgia DOT permits and can walk you through each step of the process. Whether you’re looking for information on the cost of a Georgia overweight permit or need assistance with your Georgia Overweight Permits online application, we’re here to help.

For immediate assistance or to get started on your permit application, contact us at (972) 220-9831. Let us handle the complexities of permitting so you can focus on what you do best—transporting your goods safely and efficiently!

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