Summary:

• Operation of oversize loads is permitted from one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset, including Saturday and Sunday. 
• Permits will outline any time restrictions during rush hour in major cities across the state.
• There are no light requirements for oversized or over-dimensional loads in Texas.

Operating Hours, Restricted Travel, and Holiday Restrictions

• Permits will outline time restrictions from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday in all major cities, including: Houston
• Dallas
• Fort Worth
• Austin
• Lubbock
• San Antonio
• Beaumont
• Vidor
• El Paso
• Wichita Falls 

City or county curfew times may also apply and are listed on the permits. Travel is permitted on major holidays, but restrictions can apply depending on the dimensions of the load.

Operation is permitted from one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset, including Saturday and Sunday. Vehicles that exceed 10 feet in width, a legal height of 14 feet, or 100 feet long within legal limits of front and rear overhang can travel through the night only on the Interstate system. Vehicles that are overweight only are permitted continuous movement. 

Movement is prohibited when visibility is less than 2/10 of a mile or when road conditions are hazardous.

Signs, Flags, and Lights Requirements

For the safety of other drivers on the roadways, signs, flags, and lights may be required.

Signs

Signs are required only on escort vehicles.

Flags

Red flags should be mounted onto all extremities.

Lights

There are no light requirements for oversized or over-dimensional loads in Texas.

Obtaining a Permit

Single-trip permits, multi-trip permits, and annual permits are vehicle-specific. You can apply for permits and get additional information by visiting the official Texas Department of Motor Vehicles website

Partnering with a Logistics Company

If you are interested in streamlining the oversize permit process in Texas, consider partnering with a modular logistics company. Contact our experts to learn more about a seamless wide and heavy haul experience for your project. 

Read more:

• Over-Dimensional and Heavy Haul Permitting 101
• What You Need to Know About State Oversize Permits for Over-Dimensional, Wide, and Heavy Haul Trucking
• State Oversize Permit & Wide Load Regulations: Simplified

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