Georgia

Escort requirements are contingent upon the dimensions of the load:

• Length over 75' up to 100': 1 Chase with amber light.

• Length over 100' up to 125': 1 Chase.

• Length over 125': 2 escorts (Lead and Chase).

• Height of 15'6" or more: 1 Height-Pole.

• Width over 12' up to 14'8":

• 2 escorts (Lead and Chase) on a 2-lane road.

• 1 Rear only on a 4-lane road.

• 1 Rear/Amber lights only on a Limited Access Highway.

• Width over 14'8" up to 16":

• Lead and Chase on a 2-lane highway.

• 1 Chase on a Limited Access Highway or Interstate.

• Width over 16' or not defined above:

• Department determines escort requirements on a case-by-case basis.

SUPER LOADS: Loads with a width or height greater than 16' or a weight between 150,001 to 180,000 lbs are considered super loads and may take 3 days for approval and issuance of a permit.

Loads with a weight greater than 180,000 lbs are considered superload plus, require a bridge analysis, and may take up to 3 weeks for approval and issuance of a permit.