Pennsylvania
Escort Guidelines
On All Lane Highways
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Width over 16' | Police escort
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Length over 90' (4 or more lanes) | 1 Chase
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Length over 160' | Police escort
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Rear overhang over 15' | 1 Chase
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Height over 14'6" | 1 Height-Pole
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Overweight over 201,000 lbs. | Police escort
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Overweight on bridges (reduced speed) | 1 Chase
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Overweight, single-vehicle on a bridge or occupy more than one lane (2-directional bridge, single lane) | 2 (Lead and Chase)
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3:00 am to sunrise in urbanized areas | 2 (Lead and Chase)
Police Escort:
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Uniformed State Police or local police required for super loads and buildings exceeding 16' wide.
Super Loads:
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A super load permit is mandatory for loads exceeding 160' long (on 4-lane highway), 16' wide, 14'6" high (depending on the route), and/or 201,000 lbs.
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
Central Permit Office
Keystone Building
P.O. Box 2671
Harrisburg, PA 17105-2671
For Overnight Deliveries:
400 North Street, 6th Floor
Keystone Building
Harrisburg, PA 17120
PHONE: (717) 787-4680 (General Information Only)
Fax: (717) 787-9890
Online Permitting: www.dot1.state.pa.us ( Must register with Central Permit Office)
Hours of Business
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Eastern time)