The rules for trucking permits can be hard to understand, especially when it comes to Nebraska Oversize Permits. We at IRP Trucks Agency are experts at giving out all kinds of oversize permits, which will make sure that your trip through Nebraska goes smoothly and legally. With our help, you can focus on your transportation needs while we take care of the permit process. Please call us at 630-847-0241 for all of your permits needs.
How Nebraska Overestimate Permits Work
Nebraska Oversize Permits are needed to move items that are bigger than the legal limits. You must get one of these permits before entering the state; they are valid for ten days. The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is in charge of these permits, which help keep roads safe and infrastructure in excellent condition.
Validity and Limitations
Operating Time: You can drive with a permits from “half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after sunset,” Monday through Friday. Overweight vehicles, on the other hand, can keep going.
Restricted Travel Areas: In Lincoln, travel on state highways (except I-80) is restricted during weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Similar rules apply during these times in Omaha.
On Saturdays when Nebraska plays a home football game, there are extra rules on I-80 and the places around it.
Holiday Restrictions: The Nebraska permit office is closed on state holidays, including Larbor Day (the last Friday in April), and travel restrictions apply during major holidays and holiday weekends.
Sizes and weight limits that are legal
It is very important to know the allowed sizes for vehicles that don’t have a permit:
Length/Overhang: A semi-trailer can be up to 53 feet long, while a combination trailer can be up to 65 feet long.
Width and Height: – The widest it can be is 8 feet 6 inches, and the tallest it can be is 14 feet 6 inches.
Weight Limits: The maximum gross weight is typically 80,000 pounds, with specific axle limits:
One axle: 20,000 pounds
34,000 pounds for a tandem axle
Tridem axle: up to 42,000 pounds on certain roads.
Getting a permit is required for things that are bigger or heavier than these limits.
Different Kinds of Permits
Nebraska has a number of different permits for different types of transportation needs:
Single Trip Permits: Perfect for one-time movements of oversize or overweight loads.
Continuous Operation Permits: Suitable for businesses that usually transport large loads.
Conditional Interstate Use Permits: Vehicles going through Nebraska as part of a trip between states must have these.
Why Nebraska Oversize Permits Cost What They Do
It costs different amounts to get different kinds of Nebraska large permits.
An overweight permit may cost about $25, and a large permit for a single trip costs about $15. These fees cover the costs of running the business and make sure that state rules are followed.
Additional Considerations
When working in Nebraska with an oversize permit, you must follow certain rules:
Escort Requirements: Loads that are too heavy may need escorts or light bars.
Some loads longer than 90 feet may need more than one guard.
Signs and Flags: If the width is more than 10 feet, you must have “Oversize Load” signs. If the width is more than 12 feet, you must have flags that are at least 18 inches square on all four sides.
How to Apply for a Permit: You can apply for permits online through the Nebraska DOT’s system, or you can call their office at (402) 471-0034.
By learning about these rules and working with a reputable company like IRP Trucks Agency, you can make sure that your trucking business follows all the laws that apply. Call us at 630-847-0241 right now for help with your Nebraska Oversize Permits or any other trucking permit needs.
