1. (1) A permitted vehicle or combination of vehicles carrying a non-divisible load must comply with the following conditions:

   1. (a) vehicles and loads must be reduced to the minimum practical dimensions;

   2. (b) semi-annual and annual permits may be issued for dimensions up to, but not exceeding:

      1. (i) 14 feet 6 inches in height;
      2. (ii) 14 feet 6 inches in width; and
      3. (iii) 105 feet in length.
2. (2) Exceptions may be granted by the division for annual permitted vehicles that carry loads exceeding the dimensions identified in this section.
3. (3) Bulldozer blades, loader buckets, or similar equipment exceeding 16 feet in width must be removed for transport and may be hauled on the same load with the machinery after removal.

4. (4) Loads or vehicles exceeding 17 feet in width on two-lane routes, 20 feet in width on interstates, or 17 feet 6 inches in height on public highways may be allowed under the following terms and conditions:

   1. (a) the permittee must notify the division by submitting a permit application online of the dimensions of the oversized vehicle or load and the proposed route to be used;
   2. (b) the division will notify the department region or district permit official affected by the proposed route, and will obtain authorization for the move;
   3. (c) the permittee must request authorization through the online system at least two business days in advance of the movement;
   4. (d) a permit is not valid until the permittee has assumed the cost and responsibility to obtain utility company authorizations and clearances; and
   5. (e) the permittee will assume all costs when a certified police escort or escorts are required.
5. (5) Tow trucks may purchase a semi-annual or annual non-divisible oversize permit up to 10 feet wide and 165 feet in length. Loads exceeding 10 feet wide and 165 feet long shall purchase a single-trip permit.

KEY: permits, safety regulations, size and weight, trucks

Date of Last Change: March 16, 2026

Notice of Continuation: April 30, 2024

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 72-1-201; 72-7-406; 72-9-303; 41-1a-102; 41-1a-231; 41-1a-1206; 72-7-402; 72-7-404; 72-7-407; 72-9-301; 72-9-502