Oversize, Overweight Permit Requirements for Roads
Requirements
An Oversize Overweight Permit is required for travel on Mesa County roads if a load exceeds the legal load limit for size and/or weight.
| Width | Length | Height | Weight | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Legal |
Up to 8'6" ft. | 75' ft. | Up to 13'6" ft. | Up to 85,000 lbs. |
| Extra-Legal | Between 8'6"-16' ft. | Between 75'-110' ft. | Between 13'6"-16' ft. | Between 85,000 and 130,000 lbs. |
| Extra-Ordinary | Over 16' ft. | Over 110' ft. | Over 16' ft. | Over 130,000 lbs. |
| Divisible Extra Length | Max 8'6" ft. |
Max 70' ft. Add No Length Limit when trailer is 57'4" ft or less. |
Max 13'6" ft. | Up to 110,000 lbs. |
Notes:
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Weight cannot exceed 25,000 lbs. per axle on any permit.
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Single Trip Permits are good for 48 hours, one trip only.
- Annual permits are good 1 year from day of issuance.
CDOT Regulations Apply
Additionally, all pertinent conditions of the Mesa County Road and Right-of-Way Use Regulations apply to permits granted by Mesa County, and are in full force and effect. Permit holders, by receipt of their permit, agree to adhere to and abide by all conditions set forth in the official Mesa County Design Standards.
Mesa County Design Standards (Revised 12-17-2020)
Mesa County Design Standards Appendices (in effect for projects designed or bid after 12-23-2023)
Mesa County must be notified of Divisible Loads and Loads with liftable tag axles when applying for a permit.
Please note that loads over 200,000 lbs. require a $150,000 Bond to operate on Mesa County roads and bridges.