Securing Alabama oversize permits is essential for transporting oversized loads legally, following Alabama oversize provisions and regulations. These permits ensure compliance with the state’s specific dimensions, operational limits, and escort requirements, ensuring safe and lawful travel across Alabama’s highways.

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Alabama DOT phone Number(800) 499-2782
Alabama DOT Opening Time07:00 am
Alabama DOT Closing Time04:45 pm
Alabama Permit Issue TypeAuto Issue Pending
Alabama Over Dimensional Fee$20.00

Alabama Oversize Permits validity

When transporting oversized loads in Alabama, securing an Alabama oversize permit is essential. These permits remain valid for a continuous five-day period, so it’s crucial to obtain them before entering the state.

Operating hours for alabama oversize loads

Vehicles operating under Alabama oversize permits are allowed to travel only during daylight hours, specifically from one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset, Monday through Saturday. Note that no travel is permitted on Sundays.

Restricted Travel conditions in Alabama

Oversized vehicles are prohibited from traveling on major holidays and holiday weekends in Alabama. It’s important to plan your route and schedule to avoid these restricted periods.

Legal Dimensions for Alabama Oversize Permits

The following are legal dimensional limits for Alabama oversize permits. Permits are required if exceeding these dimensions.

Length57′ 0″
Overhang– Total 10′ 0″
– Front 5′ 0″
– Back 5′ 0″
Width8′ 6″
Height13′ 6″
Weight80,000 lbs.
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Routine limits for alabama oversize Permit

The following are maximum dimensional limits allowed to be permitted at Alabama. Exceeding these dimensions can classify the al oversize load as a super load. Depending on the load require additional processing time and review.

Length165′ (maximum overhang 20′)
Width16′ (over 16′ cannot use Interstate Highways)
Height15’5″
Overhang20′ of rear overhang is the maximum
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Escort/pilot cars Requirements for Alabama Oversize Permits

Exceeding the following dimensions requires escorts/pilot cars.

LengthOver 90′ – 1 rear escort
Over 125’ – 2 escorts (front and rear)
HeightOver 15’6″* – 1 escort with high pole
may be needed at lower heights depending on the route
Width Over 12′-14′ – 1 front escort on two-lane roads, or 1 rear escort on multi-lane highways.
over 14′ – 2 escorts (rear and front)
OverhangOver 5′ rear overhang – 1 rear escort
Over 9’11” front overhang – 1 front escort

Bucket or Blade Rule

If a bucket or blade protrudes past the sides of the trailer at 12′ wide, one escort is required. However, no escort is needed if outriggers prevent the protrusion.

Signs, Flags & Lights for Alabama Oversize overweight Permits

Proper display of signs, flags, and lights is essential for visibility and safety when transporting oversized loads under Alabama oversize regulations:

  • “Oversize Load” Signs: Place at the front and rear of any overwidth or overlength vehicle.
  • Flags: Attach to the front and rear corners of any over-dimensional load or vehicle.
  • Lights: Vehicles with over 4′ rear overhang require lights at night. If the overhang exceeds 5′, a permit is needed, and night travel is prohibited.

Note that Over height-only or overweight-only loads do not require these sign or flag specifications.