Who Needs North Carolina Oversize Permits?
If your vehicle or load exceeds North Carolina Oversize Permits legal size or weight limits, you must obtain a North Carolina Oversize Permit before entering the state. The requirements are clear:
Width: Over 8’6”
Height: Over 13’6”
Length: Over 60’ (overall), 53’ trailer on designated highways, 48’ on other roads
Weight: Over 80,000 lbs gross, 20,000 lbs single axle, 38,000 lbs tandem axle
Our team at Overweight Permit helps you understand North Carolina oversize overweight permits requirements and guides you through the North Carolina oversize overweight permits application form, making the process straightforward and efficient.
Types of Permits Available
We offer a range of permits tailored to your needs:
North Carolina Oversize Permits
North Carolina Overweight Permits
North Carolina Overhang Permits
North Carolina Single Trip Permits
North Carolina Annual Permits
For one-off moves, a North Carolina single trip permit application is ideal, covering a single journey and valid for ten days. For frequent haulers, North Carolina annual permits offer flexibility and convenience.
How to Apply Online for Overweight Permits in North Carolina
Overweight Permit offers a quick and safe online application process for North Carolina oversize overweight permits. Just fill out the North Carolina oversize overweight permits application, submit your information, and log in to our site (North Carolina oversize permits login). Additionally, you may view the North Carolina oversize overweight permits form and follow the progress of your application in real time.
Do you need assistance? To address any concerns and make sure your North Carolina overweight permits application is complete, contact our support staff by calling the North Carolina overweight permits phone number.
Validity of Permits, Limitations, and Operating Hours
Oversize permits for North Carolina must be obtained before to entering the state and are good for 10 days. Generally speaking, travel is permitted Monday through Saturday from sunrise to sunset; Sundays are off-limits. If specified in your permit order, overweight-only loads (up to 112,000 lbs gross) on interstate routes are permitted to transit around the clock.
Travel is prohibited from noon on the weekday before to a major holiday to noon on the weekday following it. During peak hours, loads over 10 feet wide are subject to extra restrictions close to large cities, and loads over 14 feet high could need special routing and escorts, particularly in the vicinity of the Tennessee line's I-40 tunnels.
Routine Permit Limits and Escort Requirements
Routine permit limits for North Carolina Oversize Permits include:
Width: Up to 15’
Height: Determined by route; loads over 14’ may require extra processing
Length: Up to 105’
Weight: Up to 132,000 lbs (7 axles), with higher weights classified as superloads
Escort vehicles are required for:
Widths over 12’ (one escort), over 14’ (two escorts on two-lane roads)
Lengths over 110’ (one escort), over 150’ (two escorts)
Heights over 14’5” (escort with high pole)
Weights over 149,999 lbs (one escort)
Safety and Compliance in North Carolina
All loads exceeding 10’ wide must display “Oversize Load” signs at the front and rear. Flags are required on each corner and the widest point for loads over 8’6” wide. Rear overhang exceeding 4’ must have a flag by day or a red/amber light by night6.
Blades and buckets that can’t be angled to stay under 14’ wide must be removed. Only one item or commodity qualifies for overweight permits-multiple items are not permitted for overweight consideration.
Why Choose Overweight Permit?
Overweight Permit is your one-stop solution for North Carolina oversize permits online. We handle every detail, from North Carolina single trip permit form submissions to annual permit renewals, ensuring your compliance and peace of mind. Contact us today to streamline your North Carolina Overweight Permits application and keep your business moving safely and legally.
