Michigan
Escort Requirements:
Width:
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Over 12' to 14': 1 escort (Lead on 2-lane highways, Chase on 4-lane or more).
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Over 14': 2 escorts (Lead and Chase) on all highways.
Length:
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Greater than 90': 1 escort (Chase) on all highways.
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Over 100': 2 escorts (Lead and Chase) on all highways.
Height:
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Over 14'6" and less than 15': 1 escort (Lead) with Height-Pole on all highways.
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Over 15': 2 escorts (Height-Pole & Chase).
Overhang:
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Over 15': 1 escort (Chase) on all highways.
Mobile Home:
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Over 90' overall Combination length: 1 escort (Chase) on all highways.
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Over 100' overall Combination length: 2 escorts (Lead and Chase) on all highways.
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Over 12' wide: 1 escort (Chase) on all highways.
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Over 14' wide: 2 escorts (Lead and Chase) on all highways.
Super Loads:
Equal to or exceeding 16' wide (14' during Spring restrictions), 15' high and/or 150' long require super load permits. Applications are submitted electronically by the applicant through a permit service.
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
Michigan Department of Transportation
Transport Permits Units
425 W. Ottawa Street
Lansing, Michigan 48909
PHONE: (517) 241-8999
Hours of Business
Mon-Fri 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM (Eastern time)