Oversize/ Overweight Permit Manual Maryland 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. 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MD-1 10/15 SC&RA Oversize/Overweight Permit Manual MARYLAND CONTACT: State Highway Administration Hauling Permit Section 7491 Connelley Drive Hanover, MD 21076 Hours: M-F 7:30 am – 4:30 pm *Closed from 12:00pm – 1:00pm daily* 1-800-846-6435 or 1-800-543-4564 [email protected] Email: mailto:[email protected] After hours, the Hauling Permit Unit can be reached through the Statewide Operations Center at 410-582-5650 or 1-800-543-2515 LEGAL LIMITS GVW 73,000 80,000 WIDTH 8' (nondesignated highways) o (steer) 12,000 12,000 8'6" (designated hwys.) o 22,400 20,000 HEIGHT 13'6" oo 36,000 34,000 LENGTH 40' single unit ooo 36,000 42,500 NR overall length (must have 53' semitrailer w/41' kingpin more than 8' 28' doubles (designated hwys) between 65' autotransporter axles) (designated highways) -Federal Bridge Formula applies (3' front, 6' rear overhang) 75' autotransporter TOLERANCE: None. (stinger-steered, designated highways) OVERHANG 3' front, boat/autocarrier 4' rear, boat/autocarrier PERMIT LIMITS o 27,000 TRUNNION AXLES: 27,000 lbs. oo 52,000 WIDTH 102” ooo 63,000 HEIGHT 13’6” GVW 120,000 LENGTH 120' (kingpin to rear axle 150,000 (may issue a permit for limit of 41' on modular weight over 150,000 after a valid homes only) engineering structural review) 30,000 max per axle up to 110,000 All loads 14’6” high or higher must have a height lbs gvw survey done and sent to the State Highway 27,000 max per axle from 110,001 Administration Hauling Permits Lbs gvw and over Section/Superloads 410-582-5713 PERMIT RESTRICTIONS General - On Oct. 2, the State Motor Carrier Division of the Maryland Department of Transportation expanded general hours of movement from 12:01 a.m. on Monday to noon on Saturday. These new hours apply to vehicles that do not exceed the following: 120,000 pounds gross vehicle weight, 12 feet wide, 75 feet long, and 14 feet 6 inches high. Maryland has also provided for superloads to depart the Port of Baltimore on Monday morning (only) at 12:01 a.m. to begin movement out of the area after a weekend. Restrictions may be in place for these vehicles on individual roadways or structures, check the Maryland Hauling Permit Restrictions List website before any move. MD-2 10/15 SC&RA Oversize/Overweight Permit Manual This permit or approved substitute shall be carried in the vehicle moving under its authority and shall be open for inspection by any City, State, county municipal, or other public official, or to any person involved in an accident in which the vehicle played a part. As a general rule, operators may not obtain permits for divisible loads. All permit applications that involve an over height dimension of 14” 6” (fourteen feet - six inches) or higher will require a height clearance route survey certification as part of the permit application. Please include the application number when you fax (800-945-3416) the survey to our office. Insurance - Insurance credit bond required to be on file, with amount depending on amount of business (but not less than $3,000); required to have performance bond liability insurance of at least $10,000. Weekend/Night Travel - On Oct. 2, the State Motor Carrier Division of the Maryland Department of Transportation expanded general hours of movement from 12:01 a.m. on Monday to noon on Saturday. These new hours apply to vehicles that do not exceed the following: 120,000 pounds gross vehicle weight, 12 feet wide, 75 feet long, and 14 feet 6 inches high. Maryland has also provided for superloads to depart the Port of Baltimore on Monday morning (only) at 12:01 a.m. to begin movement out of the area after a weekend. Rrestrictions may be in place for these vehicles on individual roadways or structures, check the Maryland Hauling Permit Restrictions List website before any move. Maryland has many toll, bridge, and tunnel restrictions make sure you contact the toll facility before you make your move. For further information call Permit Office 1-800-846-6435 . Curfew restrictions will be noted on your permit. Holiday – 2014 Holiday Hauling Restrictions & Service Reduction Day (S.R.D.) New Year’s Day Closed Thursday No moves from noon Wednesday Thuirsday, Jan. 1, 2015 Jan. 1, 2015 Dec. 31, 2014, until 9:00 a.m. Fri Jan. 2, 2015 Martin Luther King Closed Monday Monday, Jan. 19, 2015 Jan. 19, 2015 President’s Day Closed Monday Monday, Feb. 16, 2015 Feb. 16, 2015 Service Reduction Day Closed Friday Department of Transportation Closed May 22, 2015 Memorial Day Closed Monday No moves from noon Friday, Monday, May 25, 2015 May 25, 2015 May 22, 2015, until 9:00 a.m. Tues, May 26, 2015 Independence Day Closed Friday No moves from noon Thursday Friday, July 3, 2015 July 3, 2015 July 2, 2015, until 9:00 a.m. Mon., July 6, 2015 Labor Day Closed Monday No moves from noon Friday Monday, Sept. 7, 2015 Sept. 7, 2015 Sept. 4, 2015 until 9:00 a.m. Tues, Sept. 8, 2015 Columbus Day Closed Monday Monday, Oct. 12, 2015 Oct. 12, 2015 Veteran’s Day Closed Wednesday Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2015 Nov. 11, 2015 Thanksgiving Day Closed Thursday No moves from noon Wednesday Thursday, Nov. 26, 2015 Nov. 26th , 2015 Nov. 25, 2015, until 9:00 a.m. Mon. Nov. 30, 2015 MD-3 10/15 SC&RA Oversize/Overweight Permit Manual American Indian Heritage DayClosed Friday Department of Transportation Closed Friday, Nov. 27, 2015 Nov. 27, 2015 Christmas Day Closed Thursday No moves from noon Wednesday Friday, Dec. 25, 2015 Dec. 25, 2015 Dec. 24, 2015, until 9:00 a.m. Mon.Dec. 28, 2015 New Year’s Day Closed Friday No moves from noon Thursday Friday Jan. 1, 2016 Jan. 1, 2016 Dec. 31st 2015, until 9:00 a.m. Mon. Jan. 4, 2016 Inclement Weather - During 6+ inch snow storms, tractor trailer drivers may use several commuter park and ride lots for safe haven to ride out the storm instead of parking on ramps and roadsides. Note the permit is subject to favorable road and weather conditions. The permit is not valid when snow emergency plan is in effect for specified area. Weather related road closures - for emergencies contact State Operations Center at 410-582-5650 Permit Information Required — Tractor and trailer information; insurance company; load description; overall dimensions; gross weight; registered weight; origin and destination; routes to be traveled; effective dates; weight distribution (when GVW exceeds 90,000 lbs.) All vehicles under own power must supply an axle weight breakdown. PERMIT TYPES Blanket — cannot be used for a divisible load. Can be used for oversize vehicle with overall dimensions not exceeding 75' in length, 12' in width, 14' in height, and 90,000 lbs in weight. May be used for out of state special mobile equipment. Permittee must obtain up to date route restriction information from the SHA/MCD or CHART websites prior to any move. To apply — submit completed and send application to Hauling Permit Section. Permit will be issued for 30 days or one year. Vehicle must carry original permit, not a copy. Book — Contains 10 single trip permits. May not be used for loads which exceed 90,000 lbs., 85' in length, 13' in Width, 15' in height, or 27,000 lbs. per axle.