Freezing Temps Result in Travel Restrictions on Northeast, Eastern Interstates
UPDATE 1/31: There is a travel ban on I-90 for tractor trailers from exit 46 to the PA line due to weather conditions. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is advising motorists to closely monitor weather forecasts and conditions as a storm system is anticipated to impact most of the state, with many areas expected […]
Due to Weather, Oklahoma Permit Office Short-Staffed
Oklahoma’s recent severe weather is still affecting highways, truck driver safety and oversize load permit turnaround. The state’s DOT permit office has not had any permit staff to process oversize load permits on Thursday, Jan. 3 or Friday, Jan.4. OK state permits will still self-issue if you are traveling on a route with no closures. […]
Illinois Places Weight Restriction on Cairo Bridge US 60/62
The Illinois Department of Transportation (DOT) will place a weight restriction on the Cairo Bridge effective Wednesday, Dec. 27. The US 60/62 bridge at Cairo that spans across Alexander County, Illinois and Mississippi County, Missouri, and over the Mississippi River. will will be restricting combination vehicles to 37 tons and single unit vehicle to 33 tons. […]
DOT Office Closures for President George H.W. Bush Funeral
Several state DOT permit offices will be closed or operating with only a skeleton crew Wednesday, Dec. 5 to honor late President George H.W. Bush on the day of his burial. Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Washington D.C. and Texas state DOT permit offices will be closed on Wednesday, Dec. 5. Local Baltimore City office will be […]
I-440 Bridge Construction in Nashville to Impact Traffic, Oversize Travel
The I-440 rehabilitation project has been underway for some time with intermittent shoulder and lane closures during the day, but the major phase of the project will begin in February 2019 which will significantly impact traffic and restrict oversize load travel. The improvements are focused at repaving and replacing the road surface, and will take […]
Nevada Permit Office Closed for Nevada Day
The state of Nevada’s Commercial Vehicle Permits Office will be closed on Friday, Oct. 26 in observance of Nevada Day. No oversize/overweight permits will be issued on that day and office staff will not be available to answer any permit related questions or to begin processing new applications. The state office will resume normal business […]
Peace Bridge OS/OW Construction Restrictions
Beginning Monday, Oct. 15, the Peace Bridge center lane will be closed to complete the final phase of the Peace Bridge Rehabilitation project and oversize and overweight vehicles will be prohibited from crossing. The construction is expected to conclude on Wednesday, May 15, 2019, and for the 7 month period, no oversize or overweight vehicles […]
NC Declares State of Emergency, Limited Extension
North Carolina Governor, Roy Cooper has issued a state of emergency (Executive Order No. 52) and temporary suspension of motor vehicle regulations to ensure restoration of utility services and transporting essentials due to the potential impacts from Hurricane Florence. The executive order allows for certain size and weight restrictions and penalties to be waived, however […]
George Washington Bridge Oversize Restrictions Start July 27
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced an oversize travel restriction for the George Washington Bridge which starts Friday, July 27 and will continue for an extended period. No vehicles (trucks) in excess of 13′-6″ high, 10’-0” wide or 69′-0″ long can cross the I-95 George Washington Bridge in either direction and […]
MO Permit System to Undergo Maintenance July 27
The Missouri Department of Transportation’s (MoDOT) online oversize/overweight permit system, MoDOT Carrier Express, will undergo upgrades from Friday, July 27 through Monday, July 30 in which no agents will be available and no permits will be processed. The state DOT released a statement stating Motor Carrier services will temporarily and completely suspend the issuance of […]