Iowa
Escorts
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Length over 120' require 1 Chase escort on 2-lane and 4-lane highways
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Height over 14'6" up to 20' require 1 Lead escort with a Height-Pole on 2-lane and 4-lane highways
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Width over 12' up to and including 14'6" require 1 escort (Chase on 2-lane highways and Lead on 4-lane highways)
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Width over 14'6" up to and including 16'6" require 1 escort (Chase on 2-lane highways and Lead on 4-lane highways)
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Width over 16'6" up to and including 18' require 1 escort (Chase on 2-lane highways and Lead on 4-lane highways)
Superloads
Loads 120' long, 16' high, 18' wide and exceeding 156,000 lbs. are considered superloads. Requirements are at the discretion of the permit office and usually involved police escorts and/or route surveys.
Escort vehicle requirements can vary widely from state to state, encompassing mandatory driver qualifications, training, certifications, vehicle weights, mandatory signage, flags, lighting specifications, essential onboard equipment, and other factors. The SafeGuard team is well-equipped to furnish you with comprehensive information on any additional requirements specific to your designated route.
980-414-6611
Motor Vehicle Division
Office of Vehicle and Motor
Carrier Services
6310 SE Convenience Boulevard
Ankeny, IA 50021
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 10382
Des Moines, IA 50306-0382
PHONE: (515) 237-3264
Hours of Business
Mon-Fri 8 AM - 4:30 PM (Central time)