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Hauling Oversize Loads in Nebraska

Hauling oversize loads in Nebraska involves several steps.

In Nebraska, 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 Nebraska.

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.   

Nebraska oversize load hauls also may require local city and county permits. Obtaining a state permit in Nebraska does not relieve you of the liability of cities and counties. Most Nebraska 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 Nebraska, 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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NE PILOT CAR REQUIREMENTS FOR HAULING OVERSIZE LOADS
Pilot Car Width:
  • Greater than 12’0
    • 1 front pilot required, 2-lane highway
    • 1 rear pilot and/or Light Bar required,
      4-lane highway
Pilot Car Length:
  • Greater than 100’0
    • 1  rear pilot required, 2-lane highway
    • 1 rear pilot and/or Light Bar required,
      4-lane highway
    • I-80 Approved Detour
      • Approved Detour routes do
        not         require  pilot if permittee 
        meets the Light Bar requirements
      • Approved Detours
        • WY line/US 30 EB at MP 0.00
          to MP 312.93 at US 30/US 281 Grand Island
        • MP 231.16 on US 34 EB to MP 320.96 at Us 34/I-80 N of
          Lincoln
        • MP 323.95 on  US 6/ I-80
          Waverly to MP 345.47 at
          US6/ I-80 Gretna
Pilot Car Height:
  • Greater than 14’6
    • 1 pilot may be required, with Height
      sensor
      • Permit office’s discretion
  • Greater than 16’0
    • 1 pilot required, with Height sensor
Pilot Car Overhang:

N/A

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

Lights Specs:

  • Flashing or revolving Amber or yellow lights
  • Must be visible no less than 800 ft.
  • Front & rear of the load
Sign Requirements:

Sign Specs:

  • Wording:
    • ”OVERSIZE LOAD”
  • Size:
    • 7′ x 18″
  • Lettering:
    • 10″ x 1 1/2″
  • Colors:
    • Black lettering on Yellow background
  • Location:
    • Front & rear of the load
Flag Requirements:

Flag Specs:

  • 18″ x 18″ Fluorescent Orange or red squares
  • Must be on the four corners of the load or
    extremities

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

Light Requirements for Nebraska pilot cars:

  • Amber revolving or rotating light
  • Must have 360 degree visibility
  • Not less than 6” in diameter
  • Must be roof mounted
  • 53″ minimum height above roadway
Sign Requirements:

Sign Requirements for Nebraska pilot cars:

  • Wording:
    • "OVERSIZE LOAD"
  • Size:
    • 5’0 x 1’0
  • Lettering:
    • 8” high x 1 1/2″ brush stroke
  • Color:
    • Yellow background, black lettering
Flag Requirements:

Flag Requirements for Nebraska pilot cars:

  • Red 18″ squares flags
  • Displayed on all four corners of escort vehicle
Vehicle Requirements:

Vehicle Requirements for Nebraska pilot cars:

  • Standard truck or car
  • Must be at least 60” wide
Additional Equipment:

Additional Equipment for Nebraska pilot cars:

  • 2-Way Radio

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