Important! We are not a permit service. We do not arrange permits for carriers. The following is for informational purposes only. Always read your permits and provisions sheets carefully. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided.
Kentucky DOT Phone Number
502-564-1257
Permits
Kentucky oversize permits are valid for ten calendar days. Must have permit prior to entering the state.
Operating Time
Kentucky now allows continuous running, 24/7 including Saturday and Sunday, except for restrictions below and super loads.
Restricted Travel
No permitted loads allowed to travel in Boone, Kenton or Campbell Counties (greater Cincinnati area), Jefferson County (greater Louisville), Fayette County (greater Lexington), or at Owensboro, KY 2155 Bridge (between KY and IN) from 7:00 am – 9:00 am or 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm.
Legal Dimensions
Routine Permit Limits
These dimensions and weights may vary depending on routes. Weight does not put you into superload status until around 300,000 pounds gross.
Escorts
On 4 or more lane divided highways:
On 2-lane highways:
Miscellaneous
Blades, buckets, etc. over 14′ wide must be removed but can be hauled with the load. Smaller ones may be detached and hauled with the load, even if the load is overweight.
Signs, Flags & Lights
“Oversize Load” signs are required for all loads exceeding 10′-6″ wide. Flags are required on all four corners of any wide load and extremities. Over-length must be flagged, no sign requirements.