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Hauling Oversize Loads in Georgia

Hauling oversize loads in Georgia involves several steps.

In Georgia, you need an oversize load permit if your vehicle exceeds 8’6″ wide, 14’0″ high, 65′ long or 80,000 pounds. 

But the preparation does not end with obtaining oversize load permits. Oversize loads often need pilot cars and specialized equipment is required for travel, including oversize load signs and specialized oversize load LED lights for trucks. 

There are standard pilot car requirements when hauling an oversize load in Georgia.

Permit regulations such as night and weekend travel restrictions and specific curfews should be known prior to travel. 

Routing is another major step in the heavy haul process. Most state agencies will not be aware of temporary construction, bridge heights or travel restrictions on some city/county townships or on Indian reservations. If you have a complicated load, it’s best to check your route or conduct a route survey in advance.   

Georgia oversize load hauls also may require local city and county permits. Obtaining a state permit in Georgia does not relieve you of the liability of cities and counties. Most Georgia cities and counties require additional permits. Choosing not to obtain city or county permits raises liability concerns, specifically two. 

  1.  Ticket/fine: Fines for illegally traveling on city or county roads without a permit range from a few hundred dollars to $30,000 or more.
  2. Accident/Insurance: If you get into an accident while traveling on a city or county road without a permit, your insurance may deny you coverage costing you more than just money.

If you want to speak to a WCS Transportation Consultant about planning your oversize load haul in Georgia, call (888) 737-6483 now or contact us. An oversize load transport is much more than just permits, a heavy haul transport also includes routing, permit regulations, liability and more.

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GA PILOT CAR REQUIREMENTS FOR HAULING OVERSIZE LOADS
Pilot Car Width:
  • Greater than 12’0
    • 1 front pilot & 1 rear pilot, two-lane highway, may use Amber light permit in lieu of a rear pilot.
    • 1 rear pilot required, four-lane highway
  • Interstate System
    •  1 rear escort, may use Amber light
      permit in lieu of a rear pilot.
  • Greater than 14’8
    • 2 pilots required, two-lane highway
    • 1 rear pilot required, four-lane highway
  • Greater than 16’0
    • Permit office determines pilot
      requirements
Pilot Car Length:
  • Greater than 75’0
    • 1 rear pilot required, may use Amber
      light permit in lieu of a rear pilot.
  • Greater than 100’0
    • 1 rear pilot required
  • Greater than 125’0
    • 2 pilots required
Pilot Car Height:
  • 15’6 or greater
    • 1 front pilot required, with Height
      Sensor
Pilot Car Overhang:

N/A

Additional Info:
LIGHTS & SIGNAGE REQUIRED TO HAUL OVERSIZE IN GA
Light Requirements:

Lights Specs:

  • Flashing or revolving Amber light
  • Must be visible for 500 ft. and 180 degree
    radius from rear and sides
Sign Requirements:

Sign Specs:

  • Wording
    • “OVERSIZE LOAD”
  •  Size
    • 6′ x 1′
  • Lettering:
    • 8″ x 4″
  • Colors:
    • Black letters on Yellow background
  • Location:
    • Front and rear of the transport vehicle
Flag Requirements:

Flag Specs:

  • 18″ x 18″ Red squares
  • Located at all four corners of load and/or
    widest points
GA PILOT CAR EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS TO HAUL OVERSIZE IN GA
Certification Requirements:

Certification requirements for Georgia pilot cars:

  • Georgia Certification;
    • Complete 8 hrs. of classroom training
      Georgia DOT Escort Vehicle Operator
      Certification Program
    • Completion of Defensive Driving Course by National Safety Council or an
      equivalent course
  • State Certifications accepted:
    • North Carolina
    • Florida
    • Oklahoma
    • Utah
    • Washington
Light Requirements:

Light Requirements for Georgia pilot cars:

  • Must be equipped with flashing or revolving
    Amber light and/or a flashing beacon/light bar
    • Mounted on top of vehicles
    • Unobstructed and visible for 360
      degrees
  • The light must be at least 8″ in diameter
  • Or four 4″ strobe lights in diameter
Sign Requirements:

Sign Requirements for Georgia pilot cars:

  • Wording:
    • "OVERSIZE LOAD"
  • Size:
    • 6’0 x 1’0
  • Lettering:
    • 8″ x 4″
  • Colors:
    • Yellow or Orange background, Black
      lettering
Flag Requirements:

Flag Requirements for Georgia pilot cars:

  • Red 18″ squares
  • Must be displayed on all four corners of the
    load and all extremities
Vehicle Requirements:

Vehicle Requirements for Georgia pilot cars:

  • Must be a pick-up or an automobile
Additional Equipment:

Additional Equipment for Georgia pilot cars:

  • Two-Way Radio

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