Washington
Escort Requirements:
On 2-lane highways:
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Length over 105': 1 Chase
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Height over 14'6" (county or city authorizations necessary for detours to accommodate move): 1 Height-Pole
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Front overhang greater than 20': 1 Lead
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Rear overhang greater than 20': 1 Chase
On multiple lane highways:
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Width over 14' - 20': 1 Chase
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Width over 20': 2 escorts (Lead and Chase)
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Length over 125': 1 Chase
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Height over 14'6": 1 Height-Pole
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Height over 14'6" and width over 12': 1 Height-Pole + 1 Chase
Super loads: A super load is a vehicle or combination with a non-divisible load exceeding 16' wide, 16' high, 125' long (of load length), or 200,000 lbs. (tandem axles 43,000 lbs. plus depending on trailer axle width)
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
Department of Transportation Commercial Vehicle Services
P.O. Box 47367 Olympia, WA 98504-7367
Commercial Vehicle Services
7345 Linderson Way SW
Tumwater, WA 98504-7367
Permits: (360) 704-6340
Hours of Business
Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM | Closed 12:00 - 12:30 PM (Pacific time)