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Hauling Oversize Loads in Idaho

Hauling oversize loads in Idaho involves several steps.

In Idaho, 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 Idaho.

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.   

Idaho oversize load hauls also may require local city and county permits. Obtaining a state permit in Idaho does not relieve you of the liability of cities and counties. Most Idaho 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 Idaho, 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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ID PILOT CAR REQUIREMENTS FOR HAULING OVERSIZE LOADS
Pilot Car Width:

Refer to Pilot Color Coded Map below

Pilot Car Length:

Greater than 100'0, refer to Pilot Color Coded Map below

Pilot Car Height:

Greater than 16'0, refer to Pilot Color Coded Map below

Pilot Car Overhang:

N/A

Additional Info:

Interstate Routes:

  • Width:
    • Greater than 15’0
      • 1 rear pilot required

Black Routes:

  • Width:
    • Greater than 12’0
      • 1 front pilot required
    • Greater than 14’0
      • 2 pilots required
  • Length:
    • Greater than 100’0
      • 1 front pilot required
  • Width & Length:
    • Greater than 12’0 wide & 100’0 long
      • 2 pilots required

Red Routes:

  • Width:
    • Greater than 8’6
      • 1 front pilot required
    • Greater than 10’0
      • 2 pilots required
  • Length:
    • Greater than 75’0
      • 1 front pilot required
  • Width & Length:
    • Greater than 8’6 wide & 75’0 long
      • 2 pilots required
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LIGHTS & SIGNAGE REQUIRED TO HAUL OVERSIZE IN ID
Light Requirements:

Lights Specs:

  • Flashing or steady lights
    • Amber for front
    • Red on the rear
  • Must be visible for 500 ft.
  • Located at the front or middle extremities
Sign Requirements:

Sign Specs:

  • Wording:
    • “OVERSIZE LOAD”
  •  Size:
    • 5′ x 12″
  • Lettering:
    • 8″ x 1″
  • Colors:
    • Black letters on Yellow background
  • Location:
    • Front or rooftop of power unit and rear of load
Flag Requirements:

Flag Specs:

  • 18″ x 18″ Fluorescent Orange or Red squares
  • Located on all four corners of the load or
    extremities

ID PILOT CAR EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS TO HAUL OVERSIZE IN
ID
Light Requirements:

Light Requirements for Idaho pilot cars:

  • Must be equipped with flashing or rotating
    Amber lights
  • Must be visible from a minimum of 500 ft.
Sign Requirements:

Sign Requirements for Idaho pilot cars:

  • Wording:
    • OVERSIZE LOAD
  • Size:
    • 5’0 x 12″
  • Lettering:
    • 8″ x 1″ brush stroke
  • Colors:
    • Yellow background, Black lettering
Additional Equipment:

Additional Equipment for Idaho pilot cars:

  • 2-Way Radio
  • 18″ Stop/Slow paddle
  • 3 Bi-directional emergency reflective
    triangles
  • 5 lbs. type B or C fire extinguisher
  • Reflective Orange vest, shirt or jacket
  • 2 Additional "OVERSIZE LOAD" signs
  • Non-metallic height pole

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