Kentucky Oversize/ Overweight Permit Manual
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Oversize/ Overweight Permit Manual Kentucky Foreword The Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association is pleased to publish this Oversize/ Overweight Permit Manual. Each state analysis includes information in a standardized format: contact, legal limits, special permit limits, general restrictions, types of permits available, fees, escort needs, fines, and restricted travel areas. Telephone numbers, locations, and hours of operation are listed for ports of entry and permit branches. However, readers are always advised to check with the state offices on current laws and procedures. This project could not have been completed without the advice and consultation of many state officials. We thank all of those who provided permit manuals, maps, laws, regulations, and various other forms of documentation. Legal Notice This SC&RA Oversize/Overweight Permit Manual is intended only to provide concise, easily read information, useful in planning movements of overdimensional and overweight loads. This Permit Manual is not intended to be an accurate summary of all the applicable laws and regulations. Users of the Permit Manual should confirm the information contained herein before dispatching vehicles and loads. The SC&RA cautions Permit Manual users that state laws and regulations are subject to change without notice, and that some time elapses between the effective date of such changes and the amendment of the Permit Manual to reflect those changes. The SC&RA assumes no responsibility for accident, injury, loss or claim, penalties or any other damage resulting from reliance on the contents of this Permit Manual. Specialized Carriers & Copyright 1987-2015 by the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may Rigging Association be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any 5870 Trinity Parkway, Suite 200 form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, Centreville, VA 20120 recording, scanning, or otherwise, without the prior written PHONE: (703) 698-0291 permission of the publisher, Joel M. Dandrea, Executive Vice President, Specialized Carrier & Rigging Association. Requests to Fax: (571) 722-1698 the publisher for permission should be addressed to Joel M. Website: www.scranet.org Dandrea, Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association, 5870 Trinity Email: [email protected] Parkway, Suite 200, Centreville, VA 20120. KY-1 04/15 SC&RA Oversize/Overweight Permit Manual KENTUCKY Transportation Cabinet Division of Motor Carriers Overweight/Overdimensional Permit Section P.O. Box 2007 Frankfort, KY 40602-2007 Walk-in and overnight delivery: 200 Metro Street Frankfort, KY 40622 Website: http://transportation.ky.gov/dmc/ Hours: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm One Stop 8:00 am – 4:00 pm (502) 564-1257 (502) 564-0992 fax E-mail [email protected] LEGAL LIMITS Interstate WIDTH 8' (nondesignated hwys) GVW 80,000 8'6" (designated hwys.) - fifteen o (steer) 12,000 (700 lbs/inch miles from any interstate or o 20,000 or 20,000 lbs., parkway exit to attain oo 34,000 whichever reasonable access to a ooo 48,000 is less) terminal or facility for -Federal Bridge Formula applies food, fuel, repairs, or rest. HEIGHT 13'6" TOLERANCE: 5% on axle on state LENGTH 45' single unit routes only. 53' semitrailer (desig.) 65' overall length 65' autotransporter (53' trailer length limit on interstate) On interstate and major highway systems there are no overall length restrictions, however, on these highways the trailer is limited to 53 feet in length by 8 feet 6 inches in width. On all other state highways the legal dimensions for truck and trailer are 65 feet in length and 8 feet in width. Overall height is limited to 13 feet 6 inches on all highways. Legal gross weight for 5 or more axles is up to 80,000 lbs. OVERHANG If overhang exceeds 5' on a single unit or motor vehicle and trailer or semi-trailer, an overdimensional permit is required. 3' front, 4' rear on autotransporters TIRE WIDTH700 lbs. per inch width PERMIT LIMITS o 700 lbs. per inch tire width Width o 20,000 Length oo 48,000 Height ooo 60,000 oooo 80,000 5 axles - 96,000 6 axles - 120,000 Width, Length, and Height subject to case by case No maximum weight restriction on units with review. Anything over these limits subject to further 7 or more axles review KY-2 04/15 SC&RA Oversize/Overweight Permit Manual PERMIT RESTRICTIONS General - Permits shall be valid 24/7 except from 7 – 9 AM and 4 – 6 PM Monday through Friday in the following: 5 counties, Boone, Campbell, Fayette, Jefferson, and Kenton and no travel is allowed on the 431 bridge in Owensboro . * An overweight or overdimensional load originating in Fayette County shall be exempt from traffic rush hour restrictions on Interstate 64 and Interstate 75 in Fayette County and on connecting routes to both interstates up to a distance of three (3) miles from the interstates. Self-propelled equipment must follow all oversize rules and regulations. Weight is calculated based on tire size, number of axles, and axle spacing. 700 lbs per inch of tire width or 20,000 lbs, whichever is less. 24/7 travel DOES NOT APPLY FOR MOBILE HOMES Mobile homes are allowed daylight hours only Monday through Saturday with no travel permitted on Sunday. Effective March 18, 2005 due to HB 309. Insurance — No requirement for proof of insurance to be on file. Minimum insurance requirement for $750/500/10. Weekend/Night Travel – All overweight/Overdimensional moves, except mobile homes, can travel 24 hours a day 7 days a week unless otherwise noted on the permit. Mobile home movements are restricted to Monday thru Saturday daylight hours only and no travel permitted Sunday. County Restriction All permitted loads are restricted to the following counties 7am to 9am or 4pm to 6pm Monday through Friday: Boone Campbell *Fayette Jefferson Kenton * An overweight or overdimensional load originating in Fayette County shall be exempt from traffic rush hour restrictions on Interstate 64 and Interstate 75 in Fayette County and on connecting routes to both interstates up to a distance of three (3) miles from the interstates. Holiday – There is no longer a "holiday" restriction in Kentucky unless it is a Superload, is a House move, or a restriction is otherwise noted on the permit. The State Permit Office is closed on the following holidays: Good Friday, New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Martin Luther King Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. Inclement Weather – A move of an overweight/overdimensional load more than 12’ wide shall not be made on a highway if a wind advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service; or if adverse weather conditions or road conditions would cause these moves to be dangerous. Permit Information Required — Tractor information; type of carrier; DOT motor carrier number; KYU number; load description; overall dimensions; gross weight; origin and destination; routes to be traveled; effective dates. Licenses - KENTUCKY HIGHWAY USE LICENSE (KYU): This license is required for vehicles with a registered gross weight of 60,000 lbs. and above to report mileage tax. A surety bond is only required for carriers whose license has been cancelled for any reason. KY-3 04/15 SC&RA Oversize/Overweight Permit Manual INTERNATIONAL FUEL TAX AGREEMENT LICENSE (IFTA): This license is required for interstate carriers with a gross registered weight exceeding 26,000 lbs. or vehicles with 3 or more axles regardless of weight to report fuel use tax. Kentucky currently exempts farm plated vehicles, buses and government vehicles. Exemptions are different for each state. If you are required to file taxes you will need to obtain an IFTA license through Kentucky. More information is available. KENTUCKY INTRASTATE TAX LICENSE (KIT): This license is required for intrastate carriers with a gross registered weight exceeding 26,000 lbs. or vehicles with 3 or more axles regardless of weight to report fuel use tax. Authorities – Carrier must have all authorities before applying for an OW/OD permit. INTRASTATE AUTHORITY: Required for all intrastate for-hire carriers. KENTUCKY REGULATED AUTHORITY: Required for intrastate for-hire carriers transporting passengers and/or household goods. To obtain an application for this authority, please call 502- 564-7650. ICC EXEMPT AUTHORITY: Required if you are operating as an interstate for-hire carrier transporting goods exempt from ICC Regulations. ICC AUTHORITY: Required if you are operating as an interstate for-hire carrier transporting goods subject to ICC Regulations. To obtain an application for this authority, please call 202-358-7106 or 202-358-7108. US D.O.T. NUMBER: Required if you are operating vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating or actual gross weight of 10,001 lbs. or above. In Kentucky, all vehicles plated at 10,000 lbs. and above are considered commercial. Some private farm plated vehicles also need a US D.O.T. number. Farm plated vehicles with the gross vehicle weight rating or actual gross weight of 10,001 lbs. or above operating interstate will need a US D.O.T. number. Intrastate farm plated vehicles with the gross vehicle weight rating or actual gross weight exceeding 26,000 lbs. will also need a US D.O.T. number. To obtain an application, please go to our Forms and Applications page, Section 2 Item H, or call the applicable number: KY based carriers: (502) 564-4127 Out-of-state carriers: (800) 832-5660 or visit the FMCSA at http://safer.fmcsa.dot.gov INTERNATIONAL REGISTRATION PLAN (IRP): Required for interstate carriers who operate through two or more of the member jurisdictions with a gross weight exceeding 26,000 lbs. or vehicles with 3 or more axles regardless of weight. Vehicles operating intrastate in any member jurisdiction would either have to IRP Apportion Register or purchase a Trip Permit.