Understanding the Mississippi Oversize Regulations.

To ensure road safety and infrastructure integrity, Mississippi has strict standards for oversize and overweight permits. Mississippi Oversize Permits are good for three days and must be obtained before entering the state. This avoiding approach helps to avoid penalties and operating delays.

Operating Hours

Oversize loads may only be transported during the hours of one-half hour after dawn and one-half hour before sunset, Monday through Saturday. Sundays are off limits for travel. However, if your load does not exceed 12 feet wide, 13 feet 6 inches high, 99 feet overall length, and 150,000 pounds GVW with a 4-foot rear overhang, you may operate 24 hours a day, including Sundays. Be warned that loads exceeding 10 feet wide need an escort for nighttime transit.

Legal Dimensions for Oversized Loads

Understanding the legal aspects is critical for compliance.

Length:
- Maximum trailer length: 53 feet.
- Total length is 99 feet.

Width:
- Standard width: 8'6"

Height:
- Height limit: 13 feet 6 inches.

Weight Limitations:
- Gross weight: 80,000 pounds.
- Single axle weight: 20,000 pounds.
- Tandem axle: 34,000 pounds.
- Tridem axle weight: 42,000 pounds.

Mississippi provides regular permits for heavier weights with enhanced limits:

- Length: up to 120 feet

- Width: up to 16 feet

- Height: Up to 15 feet 6 inches (Over this height requires a route survey).

Escort Requirements

Certain situations demand bodyguards for safe transportation.

- Lengths more than 95 feet need one escort; lengths greater than 105 feet require two.
- A width of more than 13 feet requires one escort, while a width of more than 16 feet requires two.
- Loads with a front or back overhang of 15 feet also need an escort.

Signs, Flags and Lights

When hauling oversize load, safety must come first. Loads over 12 feet wide must have "Oversize Load" signs that are at least 84 inches wide and 18 inches tall. Additionally, red flags must be fixed at a height of roughly six feet above the floor on all corners of loads larger than ten feet. For loads wider than twelve feet, flashing amber lights on the back are necessary.

Cost of Mississippi Oversize Permits.

Understanding the financial component is critical for budgeting your transportation.

For individuals who routinely move oversize cargo, see our Mississippi oversize permit cost calculator to accurately estimate charges.

Contact Us for Permit Needs.

At Unique Trucking Broker, we specialize in obtaining various types of trucking oversize permits. Whether you need help with MDOT oversize permits or have concerns regarding Mississippi Overweight Permits costs, our staff is ready to help. 

Call (972) 220-9831 immediately for experienced advice and timely assistance with your transportation requirements in Mississippi! Allow us to manage the difficulties of permissions so you can concentrate on your delivery.