[ { "stateName": "Alabama", "stateAbbr": "AL", "slug": "alabama", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-26", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Alabama-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Alabama-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Alabama-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "al-aldot-osow-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Alabama Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "al-aldot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "ALDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "al-aldot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "ALDOT oversize/overweight permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "al-aldot-osow-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use ALDOT's official permit source and ALPASS links for current online filing.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "al-aldot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use ALDOT permit contact information on the official permit source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "al-aldot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "al-aldot-osow-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Alabama judicial traffic schedule materials include overweight/overheight/overlength truck citation treatment; verify the actual citation and court instructions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "al-judicial-rule20" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the actual citation, Rule 20 traffic schedule materials, current statute, and permit terms before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "al-judicial-rule20" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Motor Carrier Safety Unit", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "al-alea-motor-carrier-safety" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Alabama Judicial Administration Rule 20 traffic schedule source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "al-judicial-rule20" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "al-aldot-osow-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "ALEA Motor Carrier Safety Unit is the reviewed official enforcement source. Round 6 did not find a fine schedule source clear enough to raise Alabama fine confidence.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "al-alea-motor-carrier-safety" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "al-aldot-osow-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "al-aldot-osow-permits", "title": "Alabama Oversize/Overweight Permits", "url": "https://www.aldot.gov/business/permits/", "publisher": "Alabama Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-26", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "alabama.*" ], "notes": "Official ALDOT permits page. ALPASS remains the permit portal, but the registry now points to ALDOT's standard .gov permit landing page." }, { "id": "al-judicial-rule20", "title": "Alabama Rule of Judicial Administration 20", "url": "https://judicial.alabama.gov/docs/library/rules/ja20.pdf", "publisher": "Alabama Judicial System", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-26", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "alabama.overweightFineStructure", "alabama.overweightTicketNotes", "alabama.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Alabama judicial rule materials reviewed for traffic schedule treatment of overweight/overheight/overlength truck citations; actual court/citation details control." }, { "id": "al-alea-motor-carrier-safety", "title": "Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Motor Carrier Safety Unit", "url": "https://www.alea.gov/dps/highway-patrol/motor-carrier-safety-unit", "publisher": "Alabama Law Enforcement Agency", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "alabama.enforcementAgency", "alabama.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official ALEA Motor Carrier Safety Unit source for enforcement context; Alabama fine fields now use separate judicial traffic schedule materials." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Alaska", "stateAbbr": "AK", "slug": "alaska", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-26", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 81, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Alaska-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Alaska-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Alaska-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ak-dot-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ak-dot-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "Alaska DOT&PF Commercial Vehicle Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ak-dot-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "Alaska DOT&PF commercial vehicle permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ak-dot-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use Alaska DOT&PF Commercial Vehicle Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ak-dot-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by Alaska DOT&PF Commercial Vehicle Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ak-dot-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ak-dot-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "Alaska DOT&PF publishes commercial vehicle weight restriction notices and regional bulletins; check the current restriction notice before travel.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ak-dot-weight-restrictions" ] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Alaska restrictions are notice- and route-dependent; verify the current DOT&PF commercial vehicle restriction page and any permit terms before dispatch.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ak-dot-weight-restrictions" ] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "Alaska DOT&PF commercial vehicle weight restriction notices.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ak-dot-weight-restrictions" ] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Official fine structure not confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the actual citation, current statute, and permit terms before estimating penalties.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Alaska DOT&PF Measurement Standards and Commercial Vehicle Compliance", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ak-dot-permits" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ak-dot-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Alaska DOT&PF commercial vehicle permit materials were reviewed for enforcement context. Round 6 did not find a separate official fine schedule source clear enough to raise fine confidence.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ak-dot-permits" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ak-dot-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "ak-dot-permits", "title": "Alaska DOT&PF Commercial Vehicle Permits", "url": "https://dot.alaska.gov/mscve/index.cfm?go=permits.main", "publisher": "Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "alaska.*" ], "notes": "Official Alaska DOT&PF commercial vehicle permit source." }, { "id": "ak-dot-weight-restrictions", "title": "Alaska DOT&PF Commercial Vehicle Weight Restrictions", "url": "https://dot.alaska.gov/mscvc/pages/weightrestrictions.shtml", "publisher": "Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities", "officialType": "state_dot", "lastVerified": "2026-05-26", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "alaska.frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction", "alaska.seasonalWeightNotes", "alaska.officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl" ], "notes": "Official Alaska DOT&PF MS/CVC page for commercial vehicle weight restriction notices, bulletins, history, and regional contacts." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Arizona", "stateAbbr": "AZ", "slug": "arizona", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Arizona-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Arizona-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Arizona-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "az-adot-osow-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Arizona Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "az-adot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "ADOT Oversize/Overweight Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "az-adot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "ADOT oversize/overweight permits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "az-adot-osow-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use ADOT's permit page for the current online filing path.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "az-adot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use ADOT contact links on the official permit page.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "az-adot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "az-adot-osow-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Arizona's official overweight assessment source is ARS section 28-5438; the actual amount depends on the citation and excess weight facts.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "az-ars-28-5438" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use ARS section 28-5438 with the issued citation and permit record before estimating any penalty.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "az-ars-28-5438" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Arizona Department of Public Safety Commercial Vehicle Enforcement", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "az-dps-commercial-vehicle-enforcement" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "az-ars-28-5438" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "az-adot-osow-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "az-adot-osow-permits" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "az-adot-osow-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "az-adot-osow-permits", "title": "Arizona Oversize/Overweight Permits", "url": "https://azdot.gov/mvd/services/professional-services/oversizeoverweight-permits", "publisher": "Arizona Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "arizona.*" ], "notes": "Official ADOT oversize/overweight permit source." }, { "id": "az-ars-28-5438", "title": "Arizona Revised Statutes section 28-5438", "url": "https://www.azleg.gov/ars/28/05438.htm", "publisher": "Arizona Legislature", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "arizona.overweightFineStructure", "arizona.overweightTicketNotes", "arizona.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Arizona statute page for overweight assessment. Use citation-specific facts before estimating an amount." }, { "id": "az-dps-commercial-vehicle-enforcement", "title": "Arizona DPS Commercial Vehicle Enforcement", "url": "https://www.azdps.gov/services/enforcement-services/commercial-vehicle-enforcement", "publisher": "Arizona Department of Public Safety", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "arizona.enforcementAgency", "arizona.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Arizona DPS commercial vehicle enforcement page." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Arkansas", "stateAbbr": "AR", "slug": "arkansas", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Arkansas-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Arkansas-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Arkansas-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ar-ardot-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Arkansas Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ar-ardot-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "ARDOT Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ar-ardot-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "ARDOT permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ar-ardot-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use ARDOT Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ar-ardot-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by ARDOT Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ar-ardot-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ar-ardot-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "ARDOT's official size and weight regulation material includes penalty/enforcement context; use the current citation before estimating an amount.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ar-ardot-size-weight-penalties" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the ARDOT regulation material together with the citation and permit terms before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ar-ardot-size-weight-penalties" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Arkansas Department of Transportation / Arkansas commercial vehicle size and weight enforcement materials", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ar-ardot-size-weight-penalties" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ar-ardot-size-weight-penalties" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ar-ardot-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "ar-ardot-permits" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ar-ardot-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "ar-ardot-permits", "title": "ARDOT Permits", "url": "https://www.ardot.gov/divisions/transportation-planning-policy/permits/", "publisher": "Arkansas Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "arkansas.*" ], "notes": "Official Arkansas DOT permit source." }, { "id": "ar-ardot-size-weight-penalties", "title": "ARDOT Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://www.ardot.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Size_Weight.pdf", "publisher": "Arkansas Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_dot", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "arkansas.overweightFineStructure", "arkansas.overweightTicketNotes", "arkansas.fineOfficialUrl", "arkansas.enforcementAgency" ], "notes": "Official ARDOT size and weight regulation PDF. Used for penalty/enforcement context; current citation still controls." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "California", "stateAbbr": "CA", "slug": "california", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 84, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "80,000 lb maximum vehicle combination gross weight in the Caltrans weight limitation summary.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-weight-limitation" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "20,000 lb maximum on a single axle; steering axle must also follow tire/manufacturer load limits.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-weight-limitation" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "34,000 lb for an axle group with less than 8 ft 6 in between outer axles.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-weight-limitation" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "California uses axle-group spacing tables and the federal Interstate framework; verify the exact group spacing before relying on 80,000 lb.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-weight-limitation", "fhwa-bridge-formula" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Federal Interstate checks still include single axle, tandem axle, gross weight, and bridge formula limits.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "California Vehicle Code weight sections and Caltrans summaries control state-road checks; local postings can be lower.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-weight-limitation" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Do not treat 12,000 lb as a universal legal steer limit; Caltrans points to axle, wheel, tire, and manufacturer limits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-weight-limitation" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive tandem weight should be checked against the 34,000 lb tandem rule and any bridge/axle-group table result.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-weight-limitation" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position affects axle-group spacing and California bridge/axle-group compliance.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-weight-limitation", "fhwa-bridge-formula" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "A fifth-wheel move changes steer and drive distribution, but it does not change the legal source that must be checked.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-weight-limitation" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Caltrans publishes a CVC axle group weight chart for two or more consecutive axles.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-weight-limitation" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "California Department of Transportation, Transportation Permits / Office of Commercial Vehicle Operations.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "Caltrans Transportation Permits.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "Caltrans Transportation Permits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use the Caltrans permit page to reach the current application method; a separate portal URL was not confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use the Caltrans Transportation Permits contact information on the official permit page.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit authority and route conditions should be confirmed before movement; California dimensions and weights are not validated by a scale ticket.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide frost-season weight restriction found during this review.", "status": "no_statewide_rule_confirmed", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-weight-limitation" ] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "California may have route, weather, chain, emergency, or local posting restrictions; no statewide frost-law source was confirmed.", "status": "no_statewide_rule_confirmed", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-permits" ] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-permits" ] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "California Vehicle Code section 42030 is the official fine schedule reference for weight violations.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ca-vehicle-code-42030", "ca-caltrans-weight-limitation" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Fine exposure depends on which weight limit was exceeded and the applicable Vehicle Code section.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ca-vehicle-code-42030" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "California enforcement may involve CHP and local courts; this review confirmed Caltrans permit/weight sources, not a single enforcement agency page.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-weight-limitation" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "California Vehicle Code section 42030.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ca-vehicle-code-42030" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact should be checked through FMCSA materials and the actual inspection/citation record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "Public scale tickets help the carrier check distribution; they are not California legal permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "California enforcement decisions should be checked against the actual officer/citation record and official code sections.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ca-vehicle-code-42030" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private scale records, not state-issued operating authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Keep scale tickets with shipment records when close to axle or gross limits; verify final legality against Caltrans and CVC sources.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ca-caltrans-weight-limitation" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "ca-caltrans-weight-limitation", "title": "Caltrans Weight Limitation", "url": "https://dot.ca.gov/programs/traffic-operations/legal-truck-access/weight-limitation", "publisher": "California Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_dot", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "california.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "california.singleAxleLimit", "california.tandemAxleLimit", "california.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Caltrans summary of California Vehicle Code weight provisions and related fine references." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "ca-caltrans-permits", "title": "Caltrans Transportation Permits", "url": "https://dot.ca.gov/programs/traffic-operations/transportation-permits", "publisher": "California Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "california.oversizeOverweightPermitAgency", "california.permitOfficialUrl", "california.permitNotes" ], "notes": "Caltrans Office of Commercial Vehicle Operations permit page." }, { "id": "ca-vehicle-code-42030", "title": "California Vehicle Code section 42030", "url": "https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=VEH§ionNum=42030.", "publisher": "California Legislative Information", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "california.overweightFineStructure", "california.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official California law page for weight violation fine schedule." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Colorado", "stateAbbr": "CO", "slug": "colorado", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 88, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Colorado-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Colorado-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Colorado-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "co-cdot-osow-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Colorado Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "co-cdot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "CDOT Truck Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "co-cdot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "CDOT truck permits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "co-cdot-osow-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use CDOT's official truck permit page for current online permit access.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "co-cdot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use CDOT permit contact links from the official source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "co-cdot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "co-cdot-osow-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "Colorado route and chain/weather restrictions may affect movement; a statewide frost-law weight source was not confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "co-cdot-osow-permits" ] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Colorado route, chain, and weather restrictions may affect movement; check CDOT permit materials for current route-level restrictions before travel.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "co-cdot-osow-permits" ] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "Colorado route and chain/weather restrictions may affect movement; a statewide frost-law weight source was not confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "co-cdot-osow-permits" ] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Colorado Revised Statutes Title 42 is the official penalty source reviewed for size and weight citation context; the amount depends on the cited section and case facts.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "co-crs-title-42-size-weight" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the CRS Title 42 citation, the permit record, and Colorado State Patrol Port of Entry information before estimating any overweight penalty.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "co-crs-title-42-size-weight" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Colorado State Patrol Port of Entry", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "co-csp-port-of-entry" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "co-crs-title-42-size-weight" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "co-cdot-osow-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Colorado State Patrol Port of Entry is the reviewed official enforcement source for commercial vehicle size and weight checks.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "co-csp-port-of-entry" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "co-cdot-osow-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "co-cdot-osow-permits", "title": "Colorado Truck Permits", "url": "https://www.codot.gov/business/permits/truckpermits", "publisher": "Colorado Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "colorado.*" ], "notes": "Official CDOT truck permit source." }, { "id": "co-crs-title-42-size-weight", "title": "Colorado Revised Statutes Title 42", "url": "https://leg.colorado.gov/sites/default/files/images/olls/crs2024-title-42.pdf", "publisher": "Colorado General Assembly / Office of Legislative Legal Services", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "colorado.overweightFineStructure", "colorado.overweightTicketNotes", "colorado.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official CRS Title 42 PDF reviewed for size/weight penalty context. Confidence stays medium because the exact citation and current statutory subsection control the amount." }, { "id": "co-csp-port-of-entry", "title": "Colorado State Patrol Port of Entry", "url": "https://csp.colorado.gov/sections/port-of-entry", "publisher": "Colorado State Patrol", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "colorado.enforcementAgency", "colorado.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Colorado State Patrol Port of Entry page reviewed for commercial vehicle size/weight enforcement responsibility." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Connecticut", "stateAbbr": "CT", "slug": "connecticut", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Connecticut-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Connecticut-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Connecticut-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ct-dot-osow" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Connecticut Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ct-dot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "CTDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ct-dot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "CTDOT oversize/overweight vehicle permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ct-dot-osow" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use CTDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ct-dot-osow" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by CTDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ct-dot-osow" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ct-dot-osow" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Connecticut General Statutes section 14-267a is the official overweight statute reviewed for penalty and enforcement context.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ct-cga-14-267a" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use CGS section 14-267a and the actual citation record before estimating a penalty.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ct-cga-14-267a" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Connecticut enforcement authority described in CGS section 14-267a", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ct-cga-14-267a" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ct-cga-14-267a" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ct-dot-osow" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "ct-dot-osow" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ct-dot-osow" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "ct-dot-osow", "title": "Connecticut Oversize/Overweight Vehicle Permits", "url": "https://portal.ct.gov/dot/permits/highway-oversize-overweight-vehicle-permits", "publisher": "Connecticut Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "connecticut.*" ], "notes": "Official Connecticut DOT oversize/overweight permit source." }, { "id": "ct-cga-14-267a", "title": "Connecticut General Statutes section 14-267a", "url": "https://www.cga.ct.gov/current/pub/chap_248.htm#sec_14-267a", "publisher": "Connecticut General Assembly", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "connecticut.overweightFineStructure", "connecticut.overweightTicketNotes", "connecticut.fineOfficialUrl", "connecticut.enforcementAgency" ], "notes": "Official Connecticut statute page for overweight operation and enforcement authority." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Delaware", "stateAbbr": "DE", "slug": "delaware", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Delaware-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Delaware-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Delaware-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "de-deldot-osow" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Delaware Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "de-deldot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "DelDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "de-deldot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "DelDOT oversize/overweight permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "de-deldot-osow" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use DelDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "de-deldot-osow" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by DelDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "de-deldot-osow" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "de-deldot-osow" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Delaware Code Title 21 Chapter 45 is the official size and weight chapter reviewed for penalty context.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "de-code-title21-ch45" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the current Delaware Code section tied to the citation before estimating a penalty.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "de-code-title21-ch45" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Delaware enforcement authority should be checked through the applicable Title 21 Chapter 45 citation.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "de-code-title21-ch45" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "de-code-title21-ch45" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "de-deldot-osow" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "de-deldot-osow" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "de-deldot-osow" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "de-deldot-osow", "title": "DelDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits", "url": "https://deldot.gov/Business/permits/oversize_overweight/index.shtml", "publisher": "Delaware Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "delaware.*" ], "notes": "Official DelDOT oversize/overweight permit source." }, { "id": "de-code-title21-ch45", "title": "Delaware Code Title 21 Chapter 45", "url": "https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c045/index.html", "publisher": "Delaware Code Online", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "delaware.overweightFineStructure", "delaware.overweightTicketNotes", "delaware.fineOfficialUrl", "delaware.enforcementAgency" ], "notes": "Official Delaware code chapter for size and weight rules and penalties. Apply the specific section cited." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Florida", "stateAbbr": "FL", "slug": "florida", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 88, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "80,000 lb gross limit under Florida Statutes section 316.535, subject to axle spacing and statutory exceptions.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "fl-flsenate-316-535" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "22,000 lb statutory single-axle limit; Interstate/federal checks may still require the federal 20,000 lb comparison.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "fl-flsenate-316-535", "fhwa-federal-size-weight" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Florida statute uses axle-spacing and tandem/group provisions; verify the exact spacing in section 316.535 before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fl-flsenate-316-535" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on the Interstate system; Florida statutory spacing rules must also be checked.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fl-flsenate-316-535" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA federal size and weight regulations for Interstate checks; Florida law can add state-specific rules.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fl-flsenate-316-535" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Section 316.535 is the state-law starting point for Florida non-Interstate weight checks.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "fl-flsenate-316-535" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle legality depends on statutory axle weight, tire/equipment limits, and the route.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fl-flsenate-316-535" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against Florida spacing rules and federal Interstate limits when applicable.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fl-flsenate-316-535", "fhwa-federal-size-weight" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem moves change axle spacing and load distribution; re-check the applicable Florida statutory table or spacing rule.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fl-flsenate-316-535" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "A fifth-wheel move can shift steer and drive weights but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fl-fdot-owod-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Bridge Formula for federal Interstate review and Florida section 316.535 for state statutory spacing.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fl-flsenate-316-535" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Florida Department of Transportation State Permit Office.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "fl-fdot-owod-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "FDOT Over-Weight Over-Dimension Permits / State Permit Office.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "fl-fdot-owod-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "FDOT Over-Weight Over-Dimension Permits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "fl-fdot-owod-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use FDOT's official OWOD permit page to access current permit systems and forms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fl-fdot-owod-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use the FDOT State Permit Office contact details on the OWOD page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "fl-fdot-owod-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "FDOT is the permit source for movements exceeding legal size or weight; verify route and permit conditions before travel.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "fl-fdot-owod-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide frost-season weight restriction found during this review.", "status": "no_statewide_rule_confirmed", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "fl-fdot-owod-permits" ] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Florida may have emergency, bridge, route, or construction restrictions; no statewide frost-law source was confirmed.", "status": "no_statewide_rule_confirmed", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "fl-fdot-owod-permits" ] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "fl-fdot-owod-permits" ] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "FLHSMV's official Size and Permit Enforcement page is the reviewed enforcement/fine source; confirm current penalty computation there and in cited statute.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fl-flhsmv-size-permit-enforcement" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Overweight enforcement can involve permit status, axle/gross excess, and inspection documentation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fl-flhsmv-size-permit-enforcement" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Florida Highway Patrol Commercial Vehicle Enforcement.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "fl-flhsmv-size-permit-enforcement" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "FLHSMV Size and Permit Enforcement page.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fl-flhsmv-size-permit-enforcement" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA or safety-record impact should be checked against FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A private public-scale ticket is a self-check record, not an FDOT permit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fl-fdot-owod-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Florida Highway Patrol Commercial Vehicle Enforcement is the reviewed official enforcement source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "fl-flhsmv-size-permit-enforcement" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale does not issue Florida legal clearance; use official FDOT/FLHSMV sources for authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fl-fdot-owod-permits", "fl-flhsmv-size-permit-enforcement" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use a scale ticket to compare steer, drive, trailer, and gross numbers to Florida and federal limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fl-flsenate-316-535", "fhwa-federal-size-weight" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fl-flsenate-316-535", "title": "Florida Statutes section 316.535", "url": "https://www.flsenate.gov/Laws/Statutes/2021/316.535", "publisher": "The Florida Senate", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "florida.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "florida.singleAxleLimit", "florida.tandemAxleLimit", "florida.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Official Florida Senate statute page for maximum weights." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fl-fdot-owod-permits", "title": "FDOT Over-Weight Over-Dimension Permits", "url": "https://www.fdot.gov/maintenance/OWODPermits.shtm", "publisher": "Florida Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "florida.oversizeOverweightPermitAgency", "florida.permitOfficialUrl", "florida.permitNotes" ], "notes": "FDOT State Permit Office page." }, { "id": "fl-flhsmv-size-permit-enforcement", "title": "FLHSMV Size and Permit Enforcement", "url": "https://www.flhsmv.gov/florida-highway-patrol/commercial-vehicle-enforcement/safety-enforcement/size-and-permit-enforcement/", "publisher": "Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "florida.overweightFineStructure", "florida.enforcementAgency", "florida.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Florida enforcement page explaining permit requirement and overweight penalty rate." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Georgia", "stateAbbr": "GA", "slug": "georgia", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 85, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "80,000 lb gross weight reference from GDOT oversize permit and regulation materials.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "20,340 lb single axle reference from GDOT permit/regulation materials.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "34,000 lb tandem axle reference from GDOT permit/regulation materials.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal Interstate bridge formula checks remain relevant; GDOT materials should be checked for Georgia-specific permit and routing rules.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA federal limits and GDOT state permit guidance for Interstate movements.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "GDOT permit/regulation materials are the reviewed Georgia source for regular and over-legal movement context.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle checks should consider axle weight, tire/equipment ratings, and route.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Compare drive tandem weight against the GDOT tandem value and any permit conditions.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem movement affects distribution and bridge spacing; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow", "fhwa-bridge-formula" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement does not replace GDOT permit authority when a load is over legal.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Bridge Formula plus GDOT permit and regulation materials for route-specific checks.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Georgia Department of Transportation.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "GDOT Oversize Permits.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "GDOT Oversize Permits and Regulations page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use the GDOT official oversize permits page to reach the current permit portal or application path.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use GDOT contact information published on the oversize permits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "GDOT permit rules and routing should be checked before moving above legal limits.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide frost-season weight restriction found during this review.", "status": "no_statewide_rule_confirmed", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Bridge, route, emergency, or construction restrictions may still apply.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "GDOT materials reviewed include overweight fine context, but citation-specific calculation should be confirmed against current Georgia law.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the actual citation and GDOT/state law materials for fine or permit-condition review.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Official enforcement agency page not separately confirmed in this review; GDOT permit and regulation source was reviewed.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "GDOT Oversize Permits and Regulations page.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection/reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is useful for checking distribution but is not a GDOT permit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings against GDOT limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale does not issue Georgia permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the ticket to verify steer, drive, trailer, and gross values before relying on GDOT permit or legal limit assumptions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ga-gdot-osow" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "ga-gdot-osow", "title": "GDOT Oversize Permits and Regulations", "url": "https://www.dot.ga.gov/GDOT/pages/OversizePermits.aspx", "publisher": "Georgia Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "georgia.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "georgia.singleAxleLimit", "georgia.tandemAxleLimit", "georgia.oversizeOverweightPermitAgency", "georgia.overweightFineStructure" ], "notes": "GDOT official page with legal limit, permit, office contact, and fine information." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Hawaii", "stateAbbr": "HI", "slug": "hawaii", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-26", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Hawaii-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Hawaii-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Hawaii-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "hi-hidot-osow" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Hawaii Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "hi-hidot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "HIDOT Oversize and Overweight Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "hi-hidot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "Hawaii DOT oversize and overweight permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "hi-hidot-osow" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use HIDOT Oversize and Overweight Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "hi-hidot-osow" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by HIDOT Oversize and Overweight Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "hi-hidot-osow" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "hi-hidot-osow" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Hawaii Act 241 amended HRS 291-37 penalty language for commercial motor vehicle excess-weight violations; verify the current citation and court handling.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "hi-act-241-2023" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the actual citation, HRS 291-37 as amended, and court instructions before estimating what is owed.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "hi-act-241-2023" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Hawaii Department of Transportation oversize/overweight permitting and route review", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "hi-hidot-osow" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Hawaii Act 241 / HRS 291-37 penalty source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "hi-act-241-2023" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "hi-hidot-osow" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Hawaii DOT OS/OW permit materials were reviewed for official enforcement context. Round 6 did not find a fine schedule source clear enough to raise fine confidence.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "hi-hidot-osow" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "hi-hidot-osow" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "hi-hidot-osow", "title": "Hawaii DOT Oversize and Overweight Permits", "url": "https://hidot.hawaii.gov/highways/home/doing-business/oversize-overweight-permits/", "publisher": "Hawaii Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "hawaii.*" ], "notes": "Official Hawaii DOT oversize/overweight permit source." }, { "id": "hi-act-241-2023", "title": "Hawaii Act 241, Session Laws of Hawaii 2023", "url": "https://data.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/sessionlaws/Years/SLH2023/SLH2023_Act241.pdf", "publisher": "Hawaii State Legislature", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-26", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "hawaii.overweightFineStructure", "hawaii.overweightTicketNotes", "hawaii.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official session law amending HRS 291-37 commercial motor vehicle fine language. Field confidence is medium because current citation processing should still be verified with the court or agency." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Idaho", "stateAbbr": "ID", "slug": "idaho", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Idaho-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Idaho-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Idaho-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "id-itd-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Idaho Transportation Department", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "id-itd-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "Idaho Transportation Department Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "id-itd-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "Idaho Transportation Department permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "id-itd-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use Idaho Transportation Department Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "id-itd-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by Idaho Transportation Department Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "id-itd-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "id-itd-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Idaho Code section 49-1013 is the official source reviewed for excessive weight penalty context.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "id-code-49-1013" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use Idaho Code section 49-1013 and the actual citation before estimating any penalty.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "id-code-49-1013" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Idaho State Police Commercial Vehicle Safety", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "id-isp-commercial-vehicle-safety" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "id-code-49-1013" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "id-itd-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Idaho State Police Commercial Vehicle Safety is the reviewed official enforcement source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "id-isp-commercial-vehicle-safety" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "id-itd-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "id-itd-permits", "title": "Idaho Transportation Department Permits", "url": "https://itd.idaho.gov/itd-forms/permits/", "publisher": "Idaho Transportation Department", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "idaho.*" ], "notes": "Official Idaho Transportation Department permit source." }, { "id": "id-code-49-1013", "title": "Idaho Code section 49-1013", "url": "https://legislature.idaho.gov/statutesrules/idstat/title49/t49ch10/sect49-1013/", "publisher": "Idaho Legislature", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "idaho.overweightFineStructure", "idaho.overweightTicketNotes", "idaho.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Idaho Code section reviewed for excessive weight penalty context; final assessment depends on citation facts." }, { "id": "id-isp-commercial-vehicle-safety", "title": "Idaho State Police Commercial Vehicle Safety", "url": "https://isp.idaho.gov/cvs/", "publisher": "Idaho State Police", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "idaho.enforcementAgency", "idaho.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Idaho State Police Commercial Vehicle Safety source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Illinois", "stateAbbr": "IL", "slug": "illinois", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 87, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "80,000 lb gross weight reference in Illinois Vehicle Code section 15-111, subject to statutory formula and exceptions.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "il-ilga-15-111" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "20,000 lb single axle limit in section 15-111.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "il-ilga-15-111" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "34,000 lb tandem axle limit in section 15-111.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "il-ilga-15-111" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Illinois section 15-111 includes a bridge/formula-style gross weight table; federal Interstate bridge formula remains relevant.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "il-ilga-15-111", "fhwa-bridge-formula" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use federal Interstate limits together with Illinois section 15-111 and any permit authority.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "il-ilga-15-111" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Illinois Vehicle Code section 15-111 is the primary reviewed non-Interstate legal weight source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "il-ilga-15-111" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle checks should include the single-axle rule and tire/equipment constraints.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "il-ilga-15-111" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive tandem weight should be compared to section 15-111 tandem and bridge provisions.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "il-ilga-15-111" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem placement affects bridge spacing and the section 15-111 formula result.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "il-ilga-15-111" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement changes distribution but not the statutory limit or permit requirement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "il-ilga-15-111", "il-idot-osow-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Review section 15-111 for Illinois bridge/formula language and FHWA for the federal bridge formula.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "il-ilga-15-111", "fhwa-bridge-formula" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Illinois Department of Transportation.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "il-idot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "IDOT Oversize and Overweight Permits.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "il-idot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "IDOT Oversize and Overweight Permits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "il-idot-osow-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use IDOT's official permit page to reach the current permit application system.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "il-idot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use IDOT permit contact information published on the official page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "il-idot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "IDOT permit conditions and routing should be checked before moving over legal size or weight.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "il-idot-osow-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed in this review; IDOT permits and route postings still require checking.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "il-idot-osow-permits" ] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local postings, bridges, construction, and emergency restrictions may still apply.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "il-idot-osow-permits" ] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Illinois Vehicle Code section 15-113 is the reviewed penalty starting point for overweight violations; exact amount depends on the cited subsection and court record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "il-ilga-15-113" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the citation and current Illinois Vehicle Code penalty sections for fine computation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "il-ilga-15-111" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Illinois State Police Commercial Motor Vehicle Enforcement is the reviewed enforcement source, alongside IDOT permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "il-isp-commercial-motor-vehicles", "il-idot-osow-permits" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Illinois Vehicle Code section 15-113.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "il-ilga-15-113" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on roadside inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A scale ticket supports carrier self-checking but is not IDOT permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "il-idot-osow-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare enforcement records against the statutory section and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "il-ilga-15-111", "il-idot-osow-permits" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale is not an Illinois permitting or enforcement agency.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "il-idot-osow-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use scale ticket axle groups to compare against 15-111 single, tandem, gross, and bridge provisions.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "il-ilga-15-111" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "il-ilga-15-111", "title": "625 ILCS 5/15-111 Wheel and axle loads and gross weights", "url": "https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/fulltext?DocName=062500050K15-111", "publisher": "Illinois General Assembly", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "illinois.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "illinois.singleAxleLimit", "illinois.tandemAxleLimit", "illinois.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Official Illinois statute page for regular weight limits." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "il-idot-osow-permits", "title": "IDOT Oversize and Overweight Permits", "url": "https://idot.illinois.gov/doing-business/permit-and-sales-marketplace/oversize-and-overweight-permits.html", "publisher": "Illinois Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "illinois.oversizeOverweightPermitAgency", "illinois.permitOfficialUrl", "illinois.permitPhoneOrContactPage" ], "notes": "Official IDOT permit page." }, { "id": "il-ilga-15-113", "title": "625 ILCS 5/15-113 Violations; penalties", "url": "https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/fulltext?DocName=062500050K15-113", "publisher": "Illinois General Assembly", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "illinois.overweightFineStructure", "illinois.overweightTicketNotes", "illinois.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Illinois penalty source. Field confidence remains medium because citation-specific subsections must be applied." }, { "id": "il-isp-commercial-motor-vehicles", "title": "Illinois State Police Commercial Motor Vehicles", "url": "https://isp.illinois.gov/TrafficSafety/CommercialMotorVehicles", "publisher": "Illinois State Police", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "illinois.enforcementAgency", "illinois.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Illinois State Police commercial motor vehicle enforcement source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Indiana", "stateAbbr": "IN", "slug": "indiana", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Indiana-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Indiana-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Indiana-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "in-indot-osow-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Indiana Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "in-indot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "INDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "in-indot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "INDOT oversize/overweight permits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "in-indot-osow-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use the official INDOT permit source for current application access.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "in-indot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use INDOT contact links on the official permit page.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "in-indot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "in-indot-osow-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Indiana Code Article 9-20-18 is the official penalty source reviewed for overweight and size/weight violations.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "in-code-9-20-18" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use Indiana Code Article 9-20-18 with the actual citation and permit terms before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "in-code-9-20-18" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Indiana State Police Motor Carrier Safety", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "in-state-police-mcs" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "in-code-9-20-18" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "in-indot-osow-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "in-indot-osow-permits" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "in-indot-osow-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "in-indot-osow-permits", "title": "Indiana Oversize/Overweight Permits", "url": "https://www.in.gov/dor/motor-carrier-services/oversizeoverweight-osow/", "publisher": "Indiana Department of Revenue / Motor Carrier Services", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "indiana.*" ], "notes": "Official Indiana motor carrier OS/OW permit source." }, { "id": "in-code-9-20-18", "title": "Indiana Code Article 9-20-18 Penalties", "url": "https://iga.in.gov/laws/2025/ic/titles/9#9-20-18", "publisher": "Indiana General Assembly", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "indiana.overweightFineStructure", "indiana.overweightTicketNotes", "indiana.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Indiana code article for size and weight penalties. Citation-specific application is required." }, { "id": "in-state-police-mcs", "title": "Indiana State Police Motor Carrier Safety", "url": "https://www.in.gov/isp/sections/commercial-vehicle-enforcement/motor-carrier-safety/", "publisher": "Indiana State Police", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "indiana.enforcementAgency", "indiana.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Indiana State Police motor carrier safety/enforcement page." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Iowa", "stateAbbr": "IA", "slug": "iowa", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Iowa-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Iowa-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Iowa-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ia-iowadot-osow" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Iowa Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ia-iowadot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "Iowa DOT Oversize/Overweight Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ia-iowadot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "Iowa DOT oversize/overweight permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ia-iowadot-osow" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use Iowa DOT Oversize/Overweight Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ia-iowadot-osow" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by Iowa DOT Oversize/Overweight Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ia-iowadot-osow" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ia-iowadot-osow" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Iowa Code section 321.463 is the official source reviewed for maximum gross weight and penalty context.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ia-code-321-463" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use Iowa Code section 321.463 and the actual citation record before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ia-code-321-463" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Iowa DOT Motor Vehicle Enforcement", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ia-dot-motor-vehicle-enforcement" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ia-code-321-463" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ia-iowadot-osow" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "ia-iowadot-osow" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ia-iowadot-osow" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "ia-iowadot-osow", "title": "Iowa DOT Oversize/Overweight Permits", "url": "https://iowadot.gov/mvd/motorcarriers/oversize-overweight-permits", "publisher": "Iowa Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "iowa.*" ], "notes": "Official Iowa DOT OS/OW permit source." }, { "id": "ia-code-321-463", "title": "Iowa Code section 321.463", "url": "https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/321.463.pdf", "publisher": "Iowa Legislature", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "iowa.overweightFineStructure", "iowa.overweightTicketNotes", "iowa.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Iowa Code PDF for maximum gross weight and penalties. Current citation and weight excess determine application." }, { "id": "ia-dot-motor-vehicle-enforcement", "title": "Iowa DOT Motor Vehicle Enforcement", "url": "https://iowadot.gov/mvd/motor-vehicle-enforcement", "publisher": "Iowa Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "iowa.enforcementAgency", "iowa.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Iowa DOT Motor Vehicle Enforcement source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Kansas", "stateAbbr": "KS", "slug": "kansas", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Kansas-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Kansas-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Kansas-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ks-ksdot-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Kansas Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ks-ksdot-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "KDOT Trucking Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ks-ksdot-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "KDOT trucking permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ks-ksdot-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use KDOT Trucking Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ks-ksdot-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by KDOT Trucking Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ks-ksdot-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ks-ksdot-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Kansas Statutes section 8-1916 is the official source reviewed for size and weight penalties.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ks-statutes-8-1916" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use Kansas Statutes section 8-1916 with the actual citation before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ks-statutes-8-1916" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Kansas Highway Patrol Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ks-highway-patrol-mcsap" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ks-statutes-8-1916" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ks-ksdot-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "ks-ksdot-permits" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ks-ksdot-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "ks-ksdot-permits", "title": "KDOT Trucking Permits", "url": "https://www.ksdot.gov/bureaus/burTrafficEng/permits/default.asp", "publisher": "Kansas Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "kansas.*" ], "notes": "Official KDOT permit source." }, { "id": "ks-statutes-8-1916", "title": "Kansas Statutes section 8-1916", "url": "https://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch08/008_019_0016.html", "publisher": "Kansas Office of Revisor of Statutes", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "kansas.overweightFineStructure", "kansas.overweightTicketNotes", "kansas.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Kansas statute source for size and weight penalties." }, { "id": "ks-highway-patrol-mcsap", "title": "Kansas Highway Patrol Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program", "url": "https://kansashighwaypatrol.gov/faq_category/mcsap/", "publisher": "Kansas Highway Patrol", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "kansas.enforcementAgency", "kansas.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Kansas Highway Patrol motor carrier enforcement program source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Kentucky", "stateAbbr": "KY", "slug": "kentucky", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Kentucky-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Kentucky-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Kentucky-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ky-kytc-osow-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Kentucky Transportation Cabinet", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ky-kytc-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "KYTC Overweight/Over-Dimensional Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ky-kytc-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "KYTC overweight/over-dimensional permits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ky-kytc-osow-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use KYTC's official permit page for the current permit application path.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ky-kytc-osow-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use KYTC contact information from the official permit page.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ky-kytc-osow-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ky-kytc-osow-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "KRS section 189.990 is the official Kentucky penalty source reviewed for vehicle size and weight citations.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ky-krs-189-990" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the current KRS section and actual citation record before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ky-krs-189-990" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Kentucky State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ky-state-police-cve" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ky-krs-189-990" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ky-kytc-osow-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "ky-kytc-osow-permits" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ky-kytc-osow-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "ky-kytc-osow-permits", "title": "Kentucky Overweight / Over-Dimensional Permits", "url": "https://transportation.ky.gov/Motor-Carriers/Pages/Overweight-Over-Dimensional.aspx", "publisher": "Kentucky Transportation Cabinet", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "kentucky.*" ], "notes": "Official KYTC overweight and over-dimensional permit source." }, { "id": "ky-krs-189-990", "title": "Kentucky Revised Statutes section 189.990", "url": "https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=55213", "publisher": "Kentucky Legislative Research Commission", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "kentucky.overweightFineStructure", "kentucky.overweightTicketNotes", "kentucky.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Kentucky penalty statute. Review the current subsection tied to the citation." }, { "id": "ky-state-police-cve", "title": "Kentucky State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement", "url": "https://kentuckystatepolice.org/commercial-vehicle-enforcement/", "publisher": "Kentucky State Police", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "kentucky.enforcementAgency", "kentucky.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Kentucky State Police commercial vehicle enforcement page." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Louisiana", "stateAbbr": "LA", "slug": "louisiana", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Louisiana-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Louisiana-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Louisiana-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "la-dotd-truck-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "la-dotd-truck-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "DOTD Truck Permit Office", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "la-dotd-truck-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "Louisiana DOTD truck permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "la-dotd-truck-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use the DOTD permit source for current application or LaGeaux access.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "la-dotd-truck-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use DOTD permit office contact information on the official source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "la-dotd-truck-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "la-dotd-truck-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Louisiana Revised Statutes section 32:388 is the official source reviewed for penalties on excess size and weight.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "la-rs-32-388" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use RS 32:388, the citation, and any permit terms before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "la-rs-32-388" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Louisiana State Police Transportation Safety Services", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "la-state-police-troop-i" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "la-rs-32-388" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "la-dotd-truck-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "la-dotd-truck-permits" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "la-dotd-truck-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "la-dotd-truck-permits", "title": "Louisiana DOTD Truck Permit Office", "url": "https://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Business/Pages/TruckPermits.aspx", "publisher": "Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "louisiana.*" ], "notes": "Official Louisiana DOTD truck permit source." }, { "id": "la-rs-32-388", "title": "Louisiana Revised Statutes section 32:388", "url": "https://legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?d=88229", "publisher": "Louisiana State Legislature", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "louisiana.overweightFineStructure", "louisiana.overweightTicketNotes", "louisiana.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Louisiana statute source for penalties on excess size and weight." }, { "id": "la-state-police-troop-i", "title": "Louisiana State Police Transportation Safety Services", "url": "https://www.lsp.org/services/transportation-safety-services/", "publisher": "Louisiana State Police", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "louisiana.enforcementAgency", "louisiana.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Louisiana State Police transportation safety services source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Maine", "stateAbbr": "ME", "slug": "maine", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Maine-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Maine-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Maine-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "me-mdot-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Maine Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "me-mdot-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "MaineDOT Overlimit Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "me-mdot-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "MaineDOT overlimit permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "me-mdot-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use MaineDOT Overlimit Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "me-mdot-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by MaineDOT Overlimit Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "me-mdot-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "me-mdot-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Maine Revised Statutes Title 29-A section 2380 is the official overweight penalty source reviewed.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "me-title29a-2380" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use Title 29-A section 2380 with the citation and permit terms before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "me-title29a-2380" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Maine State Police Commercial Motor Vehicle Enforcement", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "me-state-police-cmve" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "me-title29a-2380" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "me-mdot-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "me-mdot-permits" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "me-mdot-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "me-mdot-permits", "title": "MaineDOT Overlimit Permits", "url": "https://www.maine.gov/mdot/ofps/overlimit/", "publisher": "Maine Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "maine.*" ], "notes": "Official MaineDOT overlimit permit source." }, { "id": "me-title29a-2380", "title": "Maine Revised Statutes Title 29-A section 2380", "url": "https://legislature.maine.gov/statutes/29-A/title29-Asec2380.html", "publisher": "Maine Legislature", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "maine.overweightFineStructure", "maine.overweightTicketNotes", "maine.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Maine statute source for weight violations. Current citation controls the final amount." }, { "id": "me-state-police-cmve", "title": "Maine State Police Commercial Motor Vehicle Enforcement", "url": "https://www.maine.gov/dps/msp/investigation-traffic/commercial-vehicle-unit/faq", "publisher": "Maine State Police", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "maine.enforcementAgency", "maine.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Maine State Police commercial motor vehicle enforcement source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Maryland", "stateAbbr": "MD", "slug": "maryland", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Maryland-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Maryland-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Maryland-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "md-sha-hauling-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Maryland State Highway Administration", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "md-sha-hauling-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "Maryland SHA Hauling Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "md-sha-hauling-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "Maryland SHA hauling permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "md-sha-hauling-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use Maryland SHA Hauling Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "md-sha-hauling-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by Maryland SHA Hauling Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "md-sha-hauling-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "md-sha-hauling-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Maryland Transportation section 24-111 is the official statute reviewed for weight-related penalties.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "md-code-transportation-24-111" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use Maryland Transportation section 24-111 and the actual citation before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "md-code-transportation-24-111" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Maryland State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "md-state-police-cved" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "md-code-transportation-24-111" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "md-sha-hauling-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "md-sha-hauling-permits" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "md-sha-hauling-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "md-sha-hauling-permits", "title": "Maryland SHA Hauling Permits", "url": "https://roads.maryland.gov/mdotsha/pages/Index.aspx?PageId=46", "publisher": "Maryland State Highway Administration", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "maryland.*" ], "notes": "Official Maryland SHA hauling permit source." }, { "id": "md-code-transportation-24-111", "title": "Maryland Transportation section 24-111", "url": "https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Laws/StatuteText?article=gtr§ion=24-111", "publisher": "Maryland General Assembly", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "maryland.overweightFineStructure", "maryland.overweightTicketNotes", "maryland.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Maryland transportation statute source for weight-related violations and penalties." }, { "id": "md-state-police-cved", "title": "Maryland State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division", "url": "https://mdsp.maryland.gov/safety-prevention/vehicle-safety-inspections/commercial-vehicle-enforcement-division", "publisher": "Maryland State Police", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "maryland.enforcementAgency", "maryland.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Maryland State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division page." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Massachusetts", "stateAbbr": "MA", "slug": "massachusetts", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Massachusetts-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Massachusetts-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Massachusetts-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ma-massdot-osow" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Massachusetts Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ma-massdot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "MassDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ma-massdot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "MassDOT oversize/overweight permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ma-massdot-osow" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use MassDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ma-massdot-osow" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by MassDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ma-massdot-osow" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ma-massdot-osow" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 90 section 19 is the official source reviewed for weight provisions and penalties.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ma-mgl-ch90-19" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use MGL Chapter 90 section 19 and the actual citation before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ma-mgl-ch90-19" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Massachusetts State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Section", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ma-state-police-cves" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ma-mgl-ch90-19" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ma-massdot-osow" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "ma-massdot-osow" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ma-massdot-osow" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "ma-massdot-osow", "title": "Massachusetts Oversize/Overweight Permits", "url": "https://www.mass.gov/oversize-overweight-permits", "publisher": "Massachusetts Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "massachusetts.*" ], "notes": "Official MassDOT oversize/overweight permit source." }, { "id": "ma-mgl-ch90-19", "title": "Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 90 section 19", "url": "https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartI/TitleXIV/Chapter90/Section19", "publisher": "Massachusetts Legislature", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "massachusetts.overweightFineStructure", "massachusetts.overweightTicketNotes", "massachusetts.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Massachusetts law page for motor vehicle weight provisions and penalties." }, { "id": "ma-state-police-cves", "title": "Massachusetts State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Section", "url": "https://www.mass.gov/orgs/commercial-vehicle-enforcement-section", "publisher": "Massachusetts State Police", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "massachusetts.enforcementAgency", "massachusetts.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Massachusetts State Police commercial vehicle enforcement source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Michigan", "stateAbbr": "MI", "slug": "michigan", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 76, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Michigan-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Michigan-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Michigan-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mi-mdot-truck-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Michigan Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "mi-mdot-truck-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "MDOT Transport Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "mi-mdot-truck-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "MDOT transport permits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "mi-mdot-truck-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use MDOT's official permit source for current online permit access.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mi-mdot-truck-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use MDOT contacts on the official transport permit page.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mi-mdot-truck-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mi-mdot-truck-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "Michigan publishes seasonal weight restrictions and frost-law information through MDOT; current restrictions must be checked before travel.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mi-mdot-seasonal-loads" ] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Use MDOT seasonal weight restriction materials for current route-level and seasonal limits before travel.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mi-mdot-seasonal-loads" ] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "MDOT seasonal weight restrictions source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mi-mdot-seasonal-loads" ] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Official fine structure not confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the actual citation, current statute, and permit terms before estimating penalties.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Official enforcement agency page not confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mi-mdot-truck-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "mi-mdot-truck-permits" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mi-mdot-truck-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "mi-mdot-truck-permits", "title": "MDOT Transport Permits", "url": "https://www.michigan.gov/mdot/business/permits/truckers", "publisher": "Michigan Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "michigan.*" ], "notes": "Official MDOT trucker and transport permit source." }, { "id": "mi-mdot-seasonal-loads", "title": "MDOT Seasonal Weight Restrictions", "url": "https://www.michigan.gov/mdot/travel/safety/road-users/truckers/seasonal-weight-restrictions", "publisher": "Michigan Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_dot", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "michigan.frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction", "michigan.seasonalWeightNotes", "michigan.officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl" ], "notes": "Official MDOT seasonal weight restriction source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Minnesota", "stateAbbr": "MN", "slug": "minnesota", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 76, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Minnesota-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Minnesota-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Minnesota-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mn-mndot-osow-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Minnesota Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "mn-mndot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "MnDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "mn-mndot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "MnDOT oversize/overweight permits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "mn-mndot-osow-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use MnDOT's permit page for current online permit access.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mn-mndot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use MnDOT contact information published on the permit page.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mn-mndot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mn-mndot-osow-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "Minnesota publishes spring load restrictions through MnDOT; check current start/end dates and zones before travel.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mn-mndot-seasonal-loads" ] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Use MnDOT spring load restriction materials for current seasonal weight limits and route restrictions before travel.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mn-mndot-seasonal-loads" ] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "MnDOT seasonal load limits source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mn-mndot-seasonal-loads" ] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Official fine structure not confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the actual citation, current statute, and permit terms before estimating penalties.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Official enforcement agency page not confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mn-mndot-osow-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "mn-mndot-osow-permits" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mn-mndot-osow-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "mn-mndot-osow-permits", "title": "MnDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits", "url": "https://www.mndot.gov/cvo/oversize/", "publisher": "Minnesota Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-26", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "minnesota.*" ], "notes": "Official MnDOT OS/OW permit source on the mndot.gov domain." }, { "id": "mn-mndot-seasonal-loads", "title": "MnDOT Seasonal Load Limits", "url": "https://www.mndot.gov/materials/pvmtdesign/sll/", "publisher": "Minnesota Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_dot", "lastVerified": "2026-05-26", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "minnesota.frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction", "minnesota.seasonalWeightNotes", "minnesota.officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl" ], "notes": "Official MnDOT seasonal load limits source on the mndot.gov domain." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Mississippi", "stateAbbr": "MS", "slug": "mississippi", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-26", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Fine structure source added from official Mississippi DPS CTED enforcement page; key fields meet coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Mississippi-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Mississippi-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Mississippi-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ms-mdot-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Mississippi Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ms-mdot-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "MDOT Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ms-mdot-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "Mississippi DOT permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ms-mdot-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use MDOT Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ms-mdot-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by MDOT Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ms-mdot-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ms-mdot-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Mississippi DPS CTED assesses overweight violations as civil delinquent privilege taxes under a fee schedule based on weight over the legal limit; assessments can be appealed to the CTED Appeals Board; verify the actual assessment notice and applicable statutory schedule before estimating amounts.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ms-dps-cted" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the actual CTED assessment notice, the applicable fee schedule, and CTED Appeals Board review options before estimating amounts owed.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ms-dps-cted" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Mississippi Department of Public Safety, Commercial Transportation Enforcement Division (CTED)", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ms-dps-cted", "ms-mdot-weight-laws" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Mississippi DPS Commercial Transportation Enforcement Division overweight assessment source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ms-dps-cted" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ms-mdot-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Mississippi DPS CTED enforces commercial vehicle weight limits; MDOT truck weight law materials provide weight-limit context; compare scale readings with official limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "ms-mdot-permits", "ms-mdot-weight-laws", "ms-dps-cted" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ms-mdot-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "ms-mdot-permits", "title": "MDOT Permits", "url": "https://www.mdot.ms.gov/portal/permits", "publisher": "Mississippi Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "mississippi.*" ], "notes": "Official Mississippi DOT permit source." }, { "id": "ms-dps-cted", "title": "Mississippi DPS Commercial Transportation Enforcement Division", "url": "https://www.dps.ms.gov/commercial-transportation-enforcement", "publisher": "Mississippi Department of Public Safety", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-26", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "mississippi.overweightFineStructure", "mississippi.overweightTicketNotes", "mississippi.enforcementAgency", "mississippi.fineOfficialUrl", "mississippi.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Mississippi DPS page for the Commercial Transportation Enforcement Division (CTED). CTED assesses overweight violations as civil delinquent privilege taxes based on a fee schedule for weight over the legal limit; assessments can be appealed to the CTED Appeals Board. CTED duties were transferred from MDOT to DPS effective July 1, 2021." }, { "id": "ms-mdot-weight-laws", "title": "Mississippi Maximum Weight Laws", "url": "https://mdot.ms.gov/documents/Enforcement/Regulations/Truck%20Weights/Mississippi%20Maximum%20Weight%20Laws.pdf", "publisher": "Mississippi Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_dot", "lastVerified": "2026-05-26", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "mississippi.enforcementAgency", "mississippi.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official MDOT truck weight law PDF used for Mississippi enforcement and weight-law context; it does not provide a clear fine calculation schedule." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Missouri", "stateAbbr": "MO", "slug": "missouri", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Missouri-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Missouri-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Missouri-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mo-modot-mcs" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Missouri Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "mo-modot-mcs" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "MoDOT Motor Carrier Services", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "mo-modot-mcs" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "MoDOT Motor Carrier Services permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "mo-modot-mcs" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use MoDOT Motor Carrier Services for current OS/OW permit access.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mo-modot-mcs" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use MoDOT MCS contact details from the official source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mo-modot-mcs" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mo-modot-mcs" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Missouri Revised Statutes section 304.240 is the official source reviewed for vehicle weight penalty context.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mo-rsm-304-240" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use RSMo section 304.240 and the issued citation before estimating a weight-violation penalty.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mo-rsm-304-240" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Missouri State Highway Patrol Commercial Vehicle Enforcement", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mo-mshp-commercial-vehicle-enforcement" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mo-rsm-304-240" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mo-modot-mcs" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Missouri State Highway Patrol Commercial Vehicle Enforcement is the reviewed official enforcement source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mo-mshp-commercial-vehicle-enforcement" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mo-modot-mcs" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "mo-modot-mcs", "title": "MoDOT Motor Carrier Services", "url": "https://www.modot.org/mcs", "publisher": "Missouri Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "missouri.*" ], "notes": "Official MoDOT Motor Carrier Services source. modot.org is a non-standard official domain." }, { "id": "mo-rsm-304-240", "title": "Missouri Revised Statutes section 304.240", "url": "https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=304.240", "publisher": "Missouri Revisor of Statutes", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "missouri.overweightFineStructure", "missouri.overweightTicketNotes", "missouri.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Missouri statute page reviewed for size/weight penalty context. Use the citation and current statute before estimating an amount." }, { "id": "mo-mshp-commercial-vehicle-enforcement", "title": "Missouri State Highway Patrol Commercial Vehicle Enforcement", "url": "https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/MSHPWeb/PatrolDivisions/CVE/index.html", "publisher": "Missouri State Highway Patrol", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "missouri.enforcementAgency", "missouri.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Missouri State Highway Patrol commercial vehicle enforcement source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Montana", "stateAbbr": "MT", "slug": "montana", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Montana-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Montana-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Montana-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mt-mdt-mcs-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Montana Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "mt-mdt-mcs-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "MDT Motor Carrier Services Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "mt-mdt-mcs-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "Montana MDT motor carrier permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "mt-mdt-mcs-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use MDT Motor Carrier Services Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mt-mdt-mcs-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by MDT Motor Carrier Services Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mt-mdt-mcs-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mt-mdt-mcs-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Montana Code Annotated section 61-10-145 is the official source reviewed for excess weight penalties.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mt-mca-61-10-145" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use MCA section 61-10-145 with the actual citation and permit terms before estimating a penalty.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mt-mca-61-10-145" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Montana Department of Transportation Motor Carrier Services Enforcement", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mt-mdt-mcs-enforcement" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mt-mca-61-10-145" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mt-mdt-mcs-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Montana MDT Motor Carrier Services enforcement is the reviewed official enforcement source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mt-mdt-mcs-enforcement" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "mt-mdt-mcs-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "mt-mdt-mcs-permits", "title": "Montana MDT Motor Carrier Services Permits", "url": "https://www.mdt.mt.gov/business/mcs/permits.shtml", "publisher": "Montana Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "montana.*" ], "notes": "Official Montana MDT motor carrier permit source." }, { "id": "mt-mca-61-10-145", "title": "Montana Code Annotated section 61-10-145", "url": "https://mca.legmt.gov/bills/mca/title_0610/chapter_0100/part_0010/section_0450/0610-0100-0010-0450.html", "publisher": "Montana Legislature", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "montana.overweightFineStructure", "montana.overweightTicketNotes", "montana.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official MCA penalty section for excess weight. The legmt.gov domain is Montana's official legislative code site." }, { "id": "mt-mdt-mcs-enforcement", "title": "Montana MDT Motor Carrier Services Enforcement", "url": "https://www.mdt.mt.gov/business/mcs/enforcement.shtml", "publisher": "Montana Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "montana.enforcementAgency", "montana.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Montana MDT Motor Carrier Services enforcement page." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Nebraska", "stateAbbr": "NE", "slug": "nebraska", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Nebraska-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Nebraska-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Nebraska-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ne-dot-osow" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Nebraska Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ne-dot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "Nebraska Oversize/Overweight Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ne-dot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "Nebraska DOT oversize/overweight permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ne-dot-osow" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use Nebraska Oversize/Overweight Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ne-dot-osow" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by Nebraska Oversize/Overweight Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ne-dot-osow" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ne-dot-osow" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Nebraska Revised Statute 60-6,294 is the official source reviewed for overweight penalty context.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ne-statute-60-6-294" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use Nebraska Revised Statute 60-6,294 and the actual citation before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ne-statute-60-6-294" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Nebraska State Patrol Carrier Enforcement", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ne-state-patrol-carrier-enforcement" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ne-statute-60-6-294" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ne-dot-osow" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Nebraska State Patrol Carrier Enforcement is the reviewed official enforcement source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ne-state-patrol-carrier-enforcement" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ne-dot-osow" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "ne-dot-osow", "title": "Nebraska Oversize/Overweight Permits", "url": "https://dot.nebraska.gov/business-center/permits/oversize-overweight/", "publisher": "Nebraska Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "nebraska.*" ], "notes": "Official Nebraska DOT OS/OW permit source." }, { "id": "ne-statute-60-6-294", "title": "Nebraska Revised Statute 60-6,294", "url": "https://nebraskalegislature.gov/laws/statutes.php?statute=60-6,294", "publisher": "Nebraska Legislature", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "nebraska.overweightFineStructure", "nebraska.overweightTicketNotes", "nebraska.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Nebraska statute source reviewed for overweight penalty context." }, { "id": "ne-state-patrol-carrier-enforcement", "title": "Nebraska State Patrol Carrier Enforcement", "url": "https://statepatrol.nebraska.gov/divisions/field-services/carrier-enforcement", "publisher": "Nebraska State Patrol", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "nebraska.enforcementAgency", "nebraska.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Nebraska State Patrol carrier enforcement source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Nevada", "stateAbbr": "NV", "slug": "nevada", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Nevada-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Nevada-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Nevada-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nv-ndot-osow" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Nevada Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nv-ndot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "NDOT Oversized/Overweight Vehicles", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nv-ndot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "NDOT oversized/overweight vehicles page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nv-ndot-osow" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use NDOT's official OS/OW source for current permit access.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nv-ndot-osow" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use NDOT commercial vehicle contacts from the official source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nv-ndot-osow" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nv-ndot-osow" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Nevada Revised Statutes section 484D.675 is the official source reviewed for overweight penalty context.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nv-nrs-484d-675" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use NRS section 484D.675 with the issued citation and permit record before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nv-nrs-484d-675" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Nevada Highway Patrol Motor Carrier Enforcement", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nv-highway-patrol-mce" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nv-nrs-484d-675" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nv-ndot-osow" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Nevada Highway Patrol Motor Carrier Enforcement is the reviewed official enforcement source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nv-highway-patrol-mce" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nv-ndot-osow" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "nv-ndot-osow", "title": "NDOT Oversized/Overweight Vehicles", "url": "https://www.nevadadot.com/doing-business/commercial-vehicles/oversized-overweight-vehicles", "publisher": "Nevada Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "nevada.*" ], "notes": "Official NDOT OS/OW vehicle source. nevadadot.com is a non-standard official domain." }, { "id": "nv-nrs-484d-675", "title": "Nevada Revised Statutes section 484D.675", "url": "https://www.leg.state.nv.us/NRS/NRS-484D.html#NRS484DSec675", "publisher": "Nevada Legislature", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "nevada.overweightFineStructure", "nevada.overweightTicketNotes", "nevada.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Nevada law page reviewed for overweight penalty context. The legislature site may block automated requests, so citation verification should be done in a browser." }, { "id": "nv-highway-patrol-mce", "title": "Nevada Highway Patrol Motor Carrier Enforcement", "url": "https://nhp.nv.gov/Commercial/MCE/", "publisher": "Nevada Highway Patrol", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "nevada.enforcementAgency", "nevada.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Nevada Highway Patrol motor carrier enforcement source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "New Hampshire", "stateAbbr": "NH", "slug": "new-hampshire", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; New Hampshire-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; New Hampshire-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; New Hampshire-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nh-dot-osow" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "New Hampshire Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nh-dot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "NHDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nh-dot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "New Hampshire DOT oversize/overweight permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nh-dot-osow" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use NHDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nh-dot-osow" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by NHDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nh-dot-osow" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nh-dot-osow" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "New Hampshire RSA 266:25 is the official source reviewed for weight violation penalty context.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nh-rsa-266-25" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use RSA 266:25 and the actual citation before estimating any overweight penalty.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nh-rsa-266-25" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "New Hampshire State Police Troop G", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nh-state-police-troop-g" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nh-rsa-266-25" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nh-dot-osow" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "New Hampshire State Police Troop G is the reviewed official commercial vehicle enforcement source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nh-state-police-troop-g" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nh-dot-osow" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "nh-dot-osow", "title": "New Hampshire Oversize/Overweight Permits", "url": "https://www.nh.gov/dot/org/operations/highwaymaintenance/oversize-overweight-permits.htm", "publisher": "New Hampshire Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "new-hampshire.*" ], "notes": "Official New Hampshire DOT OS/OW permit source." }, { "id": "nh-rsa-266-25", "title": "New Hampshire RSA 266:25", "url": "https://www.gc.nh.gov/rsa/html/xxi/266/266-25.htm", "publisher": "New Hampshire General Court", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "new-hampshire.overweightFineStructure", "new-hampshire.overweightTicketNotes", "new-hampshire.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official RSA source reviewed for weight violation penalty context." }, { "id": "nh-state-police-troop-g", "title": "New Hampshire State Police Troop G", "url": "https://www.nhsp.dos.nh.gov/our-services/field-operations-bureau/troop-g", "publisher": "New Hampshire State Police", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "new-hampshire.enforcementAgency", "new-hampshire.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official New Hampshire State Police Troop G source for commercial vehicle enforcement context." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "New Jersey", "stateAbbr": "NJ", "slug": "new-jersey", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-26", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 81, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; New Jersey-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; New Jersey-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; New Jersey-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nj-njdot-osow-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "New Jersey Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nj-njdot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "NJDOT Trucking / Oversize-Overweight Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nj-njdot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "NJDOT oversize/overweight permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nj-njdot-osow-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use NJDOT's official trucking permit source for current permit access.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nj-njdot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use NJDOT contact information published on the official permit source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nj-njdot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nj-njdot-osow-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "New Jersey Courts statewide violations schedule includes a weight-restriction payable amount formula for N.J.S.A. 39:3-84b; verify the cited charge and court instructions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nj-courts-statewide-violations-schedule" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the actual citation, the New Jersey Courts schedule, and any court notice before estimating what is owed.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nj-courts-statewide-violations-schedule" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Official enforcement agency page not confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "New Jersey Courts statewide violations schedule.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nj-courts-statewide-violations-schedule" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nj-njdot-osow-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "nj-njdot-osow-permits" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nj-njdot-osow-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "nj-njdot-osow-permits", "title": "NJDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits", "url": "https://www.nj.gov/transportation/business/trucking/oversize.shtm", "publisher": "New Jersey Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "new-jersey.*" ], "notes": "Official NJDOT trucking permit source." }, { "id": "nj-courts-statewide-violations-schedule", "title": "New Jersey Statewide Violations Bureau Schedule", "url": "https://www.njcourts.gov/sites/default/files/courts/municipal/municipal-violations-bureau-schedule.pdf", "publisher": "New Jersey Courts", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-26", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "new-jersey.overweightFineStructure", "new-jersey.overweightTicketNotes", "new-jersey.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official New Jersey Courts violations schedule reviewed for N.J.S.A. 39:3-84b weight restriction payable amount formula; contested citations and local handling may differ." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "New Mexico", "stateAbbr": "NM", "slug": "new-mexico", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-26", "indexStatus": "noindex_needs_review", "indexQualityScore": 67, "indexReason": "One or more fields still lack official-source confirmation; this page is visible but is not yet included in the site index.", "overallConfidence": "low", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; New Mexico-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; New Mexico-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; New Mexico-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nm-dot-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "New Mexico Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nm-dot-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "NMDOT Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nm-dot-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "New Mexico DOT permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nm-dot-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use NMDOT Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nm-dot-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by NMDOT Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nm-dot-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nm-dot-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Official fine structure not confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the actual citation, current statute, and permit terms before estimating penalties.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "New Mexico Motor Transportation Police / MVD ports of entry", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nm-mvd-ports-of-entry" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nm-dot-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "New Mexico MVD port-of-entry materials should be checked for commercial vehicle height, weight, and oversize/overweight load regulation context.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "nm-dot-permits", "nm-mvd-ports-of-entry" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nm-dot-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "nm-dot-permits", "title": "New Mexico DOT Permits", "url": "https://www.dot.nm.gov/business-support/permits/", "publisher": "New Mexico Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "new-mexico.*" ], "notes": "Official New Mexico DOT permit source." }, { "id": "nm-mvd-ports-of-entry", "title": "New Mexico MVD Ports of Entry Information", "url": "https://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/commercial/commercial-vehicles/ports-of-entry-information/", "publisher": "New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-26", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "new-mexico.enforcementAgency", "new-mexico.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official MVD page describing Motor Transportation Police port-of-entry activities, including height and weight compliance and oversize/overweight load regulation." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "New York", "stateAbbr": "NY", "slug": "new-york", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 73, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "NYSDOT PERM 71B is the reviewed legal dimensions and weights source; verify gross weight by vehicle configuration and route.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-perm71b" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "NYSDOT PERM 71B is the reviewed official source for single-axle legal weight by configuration.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-perm71b" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "NYSDOT PERM 71B is the reviewed official source for tandem and axle-group legal weight by spacing.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-perm71b" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "New York Vehicle and Traffic Law section 385 and federal bridge formula sources should be checked for spacing-sensitive operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ny-vat-385", "fhwa-bridge-formula" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA federal limits together with NYSDOT legal weight tables and any NYSDOT permit.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "ny-nysdot-perm71b" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "NYSDOT PERM 71B and Vehicle and Traffic Law section 385 are the reviewed state sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-perm71b", "ny-vat-385" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include NYSDOT legal tables, tire/equipment ratings, and registration.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-perm71b" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle group legality depends on NYSDOT weight tables and spacing.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-perm71b" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem movement changes axle spacing and can change the legal weight table result.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-perm71b" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not replace a NYSDOT permit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-nypermits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Use NYSDOT PERM 71B, Vehicle and Traffic Law section 385, and FHWA bridge formula for spacing-sensitive checks.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-perm71b", "ny-vat-385", "fhwa-bridge-formula" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "New York State Department of Transportation.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-nypermits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "NYSDOT NYPermits.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-nypermits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "NYSDOT NYPermits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-nypermits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "NYPermits is the reviewed official online permit entry point.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-nypermits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use NYSDOT NYPermits contact information on the official page.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-nypermits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "NYSDOT permit terms and routing should be verified before over-legal movement.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-nypermits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide frost-season weight restriction found during this review.", "status": "no_statewide_rule_confirmed", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-nypermits" ] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "New York may have route, bridge, weather, construction, or permit restrictions; no statewide frost-law source was confirmed.", "status": "no_statewide_rule_confirmed", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-nypermits" ] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-nypermits" ] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Official fine structure not confirmed in this review; Vehicle and Traffic Law section 385 is the reviewed legal starting point.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "ny-vat-385" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the actual citation and current Vehicle and Traffic Law language for fine computation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "ny-vat-385" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Official enforcement agency page not separately confirmed in this review; NYSDOT permit and state law sources were reviewed.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-nypermits", "ny-vat-385" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "New York Vehicle and Traffic Law section 385.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ny-vat-385" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection/reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A scale ticket helps check axle distribution but is not a NYSDOT permit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-nypermits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare actual axle readings with NYSDOT PERM 71B and permit conditions.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-perm71b", "ny-nysdot-nypermits" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale does not issue New York legal clearance or permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-nypermits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the ticket to compare steer, drive, trailer, and gross values to NYSDOT legal weight tables.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ny-nysdot-perm71b" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "ny-nysdot-perm71b", "title": "NYSDOT Legal Dimensions, Weights and Gross Weights", "url": "https://www.dot.ny.gov/nypermits/repository/perm71b.pdf", "publisher": "New York State Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_dot", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "new-york.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "new-york.singleAxleLimit", "new-york.tandemAxleLimit", "new-york.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Official NYSDOT PDF for legal dimensions and weights." }, { "id": "ny-vat-385", "title": "New York Vehicle and Traffic Law section 385", "url": "https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/VAT/385", "publisher": "New York State Senate Open Legislation", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "new-york.bridgeFormulaApplies", "new-york.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official state law page for size and weight provisions." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "ny-nysdot-nypermits", "title": "NYPermits", "url": "https://www.dot.ny.gov/portal/page/portal/nypermits", "publisher": "New York State Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "new-york.oversizeOverweightPermitAgency", "new-york.permitOfficialUrl", "new-york.onlinePermitPortalUrl" ], "notes": "Official NYSDOT OS/OW permit system page." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "North Carolina", "stateAbbr": "NC", "slug": "north-carolina", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 85, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "80,000 lb gross weight reference under North Carolina General Statutes section 20-118.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncleg-20-118" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "20,000 lb single axle reference under section 20-118.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncleg-20-118" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "North Carolina section 20-118 includes tandem and axle-group limits; verify exact spacing and route before relying on a single number.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncleg-20-118" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula applies on Interstate routes; section 20-118 should be checked for North Carolina rules.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "nc-ncleg-20-118" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use federal Interstate rules together with section 20-118 and any NCDOT permit.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "nc-ncleg-20-118" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Section 20-118 is the reviewed official state-law source for North Carolina weight limits.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncleg-20-118" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle legality depends on axle, tire/equipment, registration, and route limitations.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncleg-20-118" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be compared with section 20-118 and any NCDOT permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncleg-20-118", "nc-ncdot-osow-permits" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem adjustments should be re-weighed and checked against North Carolina statutory limits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncleg-20-118" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement is an adjustment step, not an NCDOT permit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncdot-osow-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Bridge Formula for Interstate review and section 20-118 for North Carolina legal language.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "nc-ncleg-20-118" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "North Carolina Department of Transportation.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncdot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "NCDOT Oversize/Overweight Permit Unit.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncdot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "NCDOT Oversize/Overweight Trucking Permits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncdot-osow-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use the NCDOT permit page to reach the current online permit system.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncdot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published on the NCDOT OS/OW trucking permits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncdot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "The NCDOT OS/OW permit handbook is the reviewed source for permit process context.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncdot-osow-handbook", "nc-ncdot-osow-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide frost-season weight restriction found during this review.", "status": "no_statewide_rule_confirmed", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncdot-osow-permits" ] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Route, bridge, emergency, or permit restrictions may still apply.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncdot-osow-permits" ] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncdot-osow-permits" ] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "North Carolina section 20-118 includes civil penalty language for weight violations; citation-specific calculation should be verified in current statute.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncleg-20-118" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the actual citation and current section 20-118 penalty language before estimating a fine.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncleg-20-118" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Official enforcement agency page not separately confirmed in this review; NCDOT and state law sources were reviewed.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncdot-osow-permits", "nc-ncleg-20-118" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "North Carolina General Statutes section 20-118.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncleg-20-118" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection/reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket helps check distribution but is not an NCDOT permit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncdot-osow-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings to section 20-118 and NCDOT permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncleg-20-118", "nc-ncdot-osow-permits" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale is not North Carolina permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncdot-osow-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Keep scale records and compare each axle group to section 20-118 and any permit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nc-ncleg-20-118", "nc-ncdot-osow-handbook" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "nc-ncleg-20-118", "title": "North Carolina General Statutes section 20-118", "url": "https://www.ncleg.gov/enactedlegislation/statutes/html/bysection/chapter_20/gs_20-118.html", "publisher": "North Carolina General Assembly", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "north-carolina.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "north-carolina.singleAxleLimit", "north-carolina.tandemAxleLimit", "north-carolina.overweightFineStructure" ], "notes": "Official North Carolina statute page for weight limits and civil penalty schedule." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "nc-ncdot-osow-permits", "title": "NCDOT Oversize/Overweight Trucking Permits", "url": "https://connect.ncdot.gov/business/trucking/pages/overpermits.aspx", "publisher": "North Carolina Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "north-carolina.oversizeOverweightPermitAgency", "north-carolina.permitOfficialUrl", "north-carolina.permitPhoneOrContactPage" ], "notes": "Official NCDOT permit unit page." }, { "id": "nc-ncdot-osow-handbook", "title": "NCDOT Oversize/Overweight Permit Handbook", "url": "https://connect.ncdot.gov/business/trucking/Documents/Oversize%20Overweight%20Permit%20Handbook.pdf", "publisher": "North Carolina Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "north-carolina.permitNotes", "north-carolina.scaleTicketNotes" ], "notes": "Official handbook PDF; used for permit process context." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "North Dakota", "stateAbbr": "ND", "slug": "north-dakota", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; North Dakota-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; North Dakota-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; North Dakota-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nd-dot-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "North Dakota Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nd-dot-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "NDDOT Commercial Vehicle Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nd-dot-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "North Dakota DOT commercial vehicle permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "nd-dot-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use NDDOT Commercial Vehicle Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nd-dot-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by NDDOT Commercial Vehicle Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nd-dot-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nd-dot-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "North Dakota Century Code Chapter 39-12 is the official source reviewed for size/weight penalties.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nd-code-39-12-17" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the current NDCC Chapter 39-12 citation before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nd-code-39-12-17" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "North Dakota Highway Patrol Motor Carrier Operations", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nd-highway-patrol-motor-carrier" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nd-code-39-12-17" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nd-dot-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "nd-dot-permits" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "nd-dot-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "nd-dot-permits", "title": "NDDOT Commercial Vehicle Permits", "url": "https://www.dot.nd.gov/business/commercial-vehicles/permits", "publisher": "North Dakota Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "north-dakota.*" ], "notes": "Official North Dakota DOT commercial vehicle permit source." }, { "id": "nd-code-39-12-17", "title": "North Dakota Century Code section 39-12-17", "url": "https://ndlegis.gov/cencode/t39c12.pdf", "publisher": "North Dakota Legislative Branch", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "north-dakota.overweightFineStructure", "north-dakota.overweightTicketNotes", "north-dakota.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official North Dakota Century Code chapter PDF for size and weight penalties." }, { "id": "nd-highway-patrol-motor-carrier", "title": "North Dakota Highway Patrol Motor Carrier Operations", "url": "https://www.nd.gov/ndhp/motor-carrier", "publisher": "North Dakota Highway Patrol", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "north-dakota.enforcementAgency", "north-dakota.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official North Dakota Highway Patrol motor carrier source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Ohio", "stateAbbr": "OH", "slug": "ohio", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 87, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "80,000 lb gross limit under Ohio Revised Code section 5577.04, subject to formula and exceptions.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohio-code-5577-04" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "20,000 lb single axle limit under section 5577.04.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohio-code-5577-04" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "34,000 lb tandem axle limit under section 5577.04.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohio-code-5577-04" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Ohio section 5577.04 includes formula/table language; federal bridge formula applies for Interstate checks.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohio-code-5577-04", "fhwa-bridge-formula" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with Ohio statutory limits and any special hauling permit.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "oh-ohio-code-5577-04" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Ohio section 5577.04 is the reviewed state-law starting point for non-Interstate weight limits.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohio-code-5577-04" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Check steer axle weight against statutory axle limits, tire/equipment ratings, and registration.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohio-code-5577-04" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive tandem weight should be compared to the 34,000 lb tandem value and Ohio formula/table.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohio-code-5577-04" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Sliding tandems changes axle spacing and can affect Ohio formula compliance.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohio-code-5577-04" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel adjustment is a distribution step, not a permit substitute.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohio-code-4513-34" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Review Ohio 5577.04 plus FHWA bridge formula for spacing-sensitive checks.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohio-code-5577-04", "fhwa-bridge-formula" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Ohio Department of Transportation.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohio-code-4513-34", "oh-ohps" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "ODOT Special Hauling Permits / Ohio Hauling Permit System.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohps" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "Ohio Hauling Permit System.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohps" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Ohio Hauling Permit System.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohps" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use the Ohio Hauling Permit System official contact and help resources.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohps" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Ohio Revised Code section 4513.34 provides special permit authority for vehicles or loads exceeding statutory limits.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohio-code-4513-34" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed in this review; ODOT special hauling permit terms and posted route restrictions still require checking.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohps" ] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Route postings, bridge restrictions, and permit conditions may still apply.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohps" ] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Ohio Revised Code section 5577.99 is the reviewed penalty source for violations of Ohio weight-limit sections; exact result depends on the cited violation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohio-code-5577-99" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the actual citation and current Ohio penalty sections for fine computation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohio-code-5577-04" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Ohio State Highway Patrol Motor Carrier Enforcement is the reviewed enforcement source, alongside ODOT special hauling permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "oh-state-highway-patrol-mce", "oh-ohps" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Ohio Revised Code section 5577.99.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohio-code-5577-99" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection reporting; verify with FMCSA SMS materials.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a distribution check, not ODOT special hauling authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohps" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare ticket data to Ohio statutory weights and any special hauling permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohio-code-5577-04", "oh-ohps" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale is not Ohio permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohps" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to check against section 5577.04 and permit conditions.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "oh-ohio-code-5577-04" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "oh-ohio-code-5577-04", "title": "Ohio Revised Code section 5577.04", "url": "https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-revised-code/section-5577.04", "publisher": "Ohio Laws", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "ohio.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "ohio.singleAxleLimit", "ohio.tandemAxleLimit", "ohio.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Official Ohio code page for axle and gross weights." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "oh-ohio-code-4513-34", "title": "Ohio Revised Code section 4513.34", "url": "https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-revised-code/section-4513.34", "publisher": "Ohio Laws", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "ohio.oversizeOverweightPermitAgency", "ohio.permitNotes" ], "notes": "Official authority for Ohio special permits." }, { "id": "oh-ohps", "title": "Ohio Hauling Permit System", "url": "https://haulingpermits.transportation.ohio.gov/", "publisher": "Ohio Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "ohio.permitOfficialUrl", "ohio.onlinePermitPortalUrl", "ohio.permitPhoneOrContactPage" ], "notes": "ODOT online hauling permit system and contact page." }, { "id": "oh-ohio-code-5577-99", "title": "Ohio Revised Code section 5577.99", "url": "https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-revised-code/section-5577.99", "publisher": "Ohio Laws", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "ohio.overweightFineStructure", "ohio.overweightTicketNotes", "ohio.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Ohio penalty source. Field confidence remains medium because the actual citation controls." }, { "id": "oh-state-highway-patrol-mce", "title": "Ohio State Highway Patrol Motor Carrier Enforcement", "url": "https://statepatrol.ohio.gov/what-we-do/our-services/motor-carrier-enforcement", "publisher": "Ohio State Highway Patrol", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "ohio.enforcementAgency", "ohio.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Ohio motor carrier enforcement source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Oklahoma", "stateAbbr": "OK", "slug": "oklahoma", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-26", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 100, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Oklahoma-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Oklahoma-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Oklahoma-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ok-odot-osow" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Oklahoma Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ok-odot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "Oklahoma Oversize/Overweight Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ok-odot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "Oklahoma DOT oversize/overweight permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ok-odot-osow" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use Oklahoma Oversize/Overweight Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ok-odot-osow" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by Oklahoma Oversize/Overweight Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ok-odot-osow" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ok-odot-osow" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "Oklahoma DOT permit materials should be checked for current route, permit, and travel restrictions; no statewide frost-law source was identified in this pass.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ok-odot-osow" ] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Use the Oklahoma DOT OS/OW permit source for current permit, bridge, route, and travel restrictions before moving over legal size or weight.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ok-odot-osow" ] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "Oklahoma DOT oversize/overweight permit source for current travel restrictions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ok-odot-osow" ] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Oklahoma DPS Troop S lists size and weight enforcement statutes, including movement without permit penalties; verify the cited statute and court record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ok-dps-size-weight-enforcement" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the actual citation, the DPS-linked size/weight statute, and any permit terms before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ok-dps-size-weight-enforcement" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Oklahoma Department of Public Safety Troop S Size and Weight", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ok-dps-size-weight-enforcement" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Oklahoma DPS Size and Weight enforcement/statute source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ok-dps-size-weight-enforcement" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ok-odot-osow" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "DPS Troop S is the reviewed official size and weight enforcement source; compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "ok-odot-osow", "ok-dps-size-weight-enforcement" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ok-odot-osow" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "ok-odot-osow", "title": "Oklahoma Oversize/Overweight Permits", "url": "https://oklahoma.gov/odot/business-center/permits/oversize-overweight-permits.html", "publisher": "Oklahoma Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "oklahoma.*" ], "notes": "Official Oklahoma DOT OS/OW permit source." }, { "id": "ok-dps-size-weight-enforcement", "title": "Oklahoma DPS Size and Weight Enforcement", "url": "https://oklahoma.gov/dps/programs-services/troop-s/programs-services/size-weight.html", "publisher": "Oklahoma Department of Public Safety", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-26", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "oklahoma.overweightFineStructure", "oklahoma.overweightTicketNotes", "oklahoma.enforcementAgency", "oklahoma.fineOfficialUrl", "oklahoma.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official DPS Troop S page listing size and weight enforcement responsibility and Oklahoma size/weight statutes, including movement without permit penalties; citation-specific amounts still require the cited statute or court record." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Oregon", "stateAbbr": "OR", "slug": "oregon", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 74, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Oregon-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Oregon-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Oregon-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "or-odot-over-dimension" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Oregon Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "or-odot-over-dimension" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "ODOT Commerce and Compliance / Over-Dimension Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "or-odot-over-dimension" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "ODOT over-dimension permits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "or-odot-over-dimension" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use ODOT's official over-dimension permit source for current permit access.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "or-odot-over-dimension" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use ODOT Commerce and Compliance contacts from the official source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "or-odot-over-dimension" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "or-odot-over-dimension" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "Oregon publishes over-dimension permit and restriction information through ODOT; no separate statewide frost-law figure was confirmed.", "status": "needs_review", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "or-odot-over-dimension" ] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Use ODOT permit and restriction materials for current route-level restrictions; a single statewide frost-law weight page was not confirmed in this review.", "status": "needs_review", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "or-odot-over-dimension" ] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "ODOT over-dimension permit and restriction source.", "status": "needs_review", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "or-odot-over-dimension" ] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Official fine structure not confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the actual citation, current statute, and permit terms before estimating penalties.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Official enforcement agency page not confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "or-odot-over-dimension" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "or-odot-over-dimension" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "or-odot-over-dimension" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "or-odot-over-dimension", "title": "Oregon Over-Dimension Permits", "url": "https://www.oregon.gov/odot/mct/pages/over-dimension.aspx", "publisher": "Oregon Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "oregon.*" ], "notes": "Official ODOT over-dimension permit source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Pennsylvania", "stateAbbr": "PA", "slug": "pennsylvania", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 85, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "80,000 lb general gross reference under Pennsylvania Title 75 Chapter 49, subject to statutory tables and exceptions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "pa-title75-ch49" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "20,000 lb single axle reference under Title 75 Chapter 49.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "pa-title75-ch49" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "34,000 lb tandem axle reference under Title 75 Chapter 49.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "pa-title75-ch49" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula applies for Interstate checks; Pennsylvania Title 75 should be used for state-law wording.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "pa-title75-ch49" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits and Pennsylvania Title 75 together when operating on Interstate routes.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "pa-title75-ch49" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Title 75 Chapter 49 is the reviewed state-law source for Pennsylvania size and weight limits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "pa-title75-ch49" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include statutory axle limits, tire/equipment ratings, and registration.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "pa-title75-ch49" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive tandem weight should be compared with Title 75 Chapter 49 and bridge/formula limits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "pa-title75-ch49" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem placement affects spacing-sensitive weight compliance.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "pa-title75-ch49", "fhwa-bridge-formula" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not replace hauling permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "pa-penndot-hauling-permit" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check Pennsylvania Title 75 Chapter 49 and FHWA bridge formula when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "pa-title75-ch49", "fhwa-bridge-formula" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "pa-penndot-hauling-permit" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "PennDOT Hauling Permits.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "pa-penndot-hauling-permit" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "Apply for a PennDOT Hauling Permit.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "pa-penndot-hauling-permit" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use the official pa.gov PennDOT hauling permit service page for the current application path.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "pa-penndot-hauling-permit" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published on the official PennDOT service page.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "pa-penndot-hauling-permit" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Pennsylvania Code Chapter 179 contains oversize/overweight load and vehicle rules that may affect permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "pa-code-ch179", "pa-penndot-hauling-permit" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide frost-season weight restriction found during this review.", "status": "no_statewide_rule_confirmed", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "pa-penndot-hauling-permit" ] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Posted roads, bridges, weather events, and permit conditions may still affect operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "pa-penndot-hauling-permit" ] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "pa-penndot-hauling-permit" ] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Title 75 Chapter 49 is the reviewed official law source; exact fine calculation should be checked against the current cited section.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "pa-title75-ch49" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the actual citation and Title 75 penalty language for fine computation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "pa-title75-ch49", "pa-code-ch179" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Official enforcement agency page not confirmed in this review; PennDOT and state law sources were reviewed.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "pa-penndot-hauling-permit" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Pennsylvania Title 75 Chapter 49.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "pa-title75-ch49" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection/reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is not a PennDOT hauling permit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "pa-penndot-hauling-permit" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare axle and gross readings with Title 75 and any hauling permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "pa-title75-ch49", "pa-penndot-hauling-permit" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale does not issue Pennsylvania hauling permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "pa-penndot-hauling-permit" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Keep scale tickets with load records, but verify legal status against Title 75 and permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "pa-title75-ch49" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "pa-title75-ch49", "title": "Pennsylvania Title 75 Chapter 49", "url": "https://www.legis.state.pa.us/WU01/LI/LI/CT/HTM/75/00.049..HTM", "publisher": "Pennsylvania General Assembly", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "pennsylvania.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "pennsylvania.singleAxleLimit", "pennsylvania.tandemAxleLimit", "pennsylvania.overweightFineStructure" ], "notes": "Official state law domain uses legis.state.pa.us rather than .gov; treated as official but non-standard." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "pa-penndot-hauling-permit", "title": "Apply for a PennDOT Hauling Permit", "url": "https://www.pa.gov/services/penndot/apply-for-a-penndot-hauling-permit", "publisher": "Commonwealth of Pennsylvania / PennDOT", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "pennsylvania.oversizeOverweightPermitAgency", "pennsylvania.permitOfficialUrl", "pennsylvania.onlinePermitPortalUrl" ], "notes": "Official Pennsylvania service page for hauling permits." }, { "id": "pa-code-ch179", "title": "67 Pa. Code Chapter 179 Oversize and Overweight Loads and Vehicles", "url": "https://www.pacodeandbulletin.gov/Display/pacode?file=%2Fsecure%2Fpacode%2Fdata%2F067%2Fchapter179%2Fchap179toc.html", "publisher": "Pennsylvania Code and Bulletin", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "pennsylvania.permitNotes", "pennsylvania.overweightTicketNotes" ], "notes": "Official Pennsylvania code domain is .gov but the content requires chapter-specific interpretation." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Rhode Island", "stateAbbr": "RI", "slug": "rhode-island", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Rhode Island-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Rhode Island-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Rhode Island-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ri-dot-osow" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Rhode Island Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ri-dot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "RIDOT Oversize Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ri-dot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "Rhode Island DOT oversize permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ri-dot-osow" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use RIDOT Oversize Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ri-dot-osow" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by RIDOT Oversize Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ri-dot-osow" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ri-dot-osow" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Rhode Island General Laws section 31-25-16 is the official source reviewed for overweight penalty context.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ri-title31-25-16" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use R.I. Gen. Laws section 31-25-16 and the actual citation before estimating a penalty.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ri-title31-25-16" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Rhode Island State Police Commercial Vehicle Unit", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ri-state-police-cvu" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ri-title31-25-16" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ri-dot-osow" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Rhode Island State Police Commercial Vehicle Unit is the reviewed official enforcement source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ri-state-police-cvu" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ri-dot-osow" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "ri-dot-osow", "title": "Rhode Island Oversize Permits", "url": "https://www.dot.ri.gov/business/permits/oversize.php", "publisher": "Rhode Island Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "rhode-island.*" ], "notes": "Official Rhode Island DOT oversize permit source." }, { "id": "ri-title31-25-16", "title": "Rhode Island General Laws section 31-25-16", "url": "https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/Statutes/TITLE31/31-25/31-25-16.htm", "publisher": "Rhode Island General Assembly", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "rhode-island.overweightFineStructure", "rhode-island.overweightTicketNotes", "rhode-island.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Rhode Island statute source reviewed for overweight penalty context." }, { "id": "ri-state-police-cvu", "title": "Rhode Island State Police Commercial Vehicle Unit", "url": "https://risp.ri.gov/units/commercial-vehicle-unit", "publisher": "Rhode Island State Police", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "rhode-island.enforcementAgency", "rhode-island.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Rhode Island State Police commercial vehicle unit source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "South Carolina", "stateAbbr": "SC", "slug": "south-carolina", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; South Carolina-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; South Carolina-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; South Carolina-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sc-scdot-osow" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "South Carolina Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "sc-scdot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "SCDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "sc-scdot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "SCDOT oversize/overweight permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "sc-scdot-osow" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use SCDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sc-scdot-osow" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by SCDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sc-scdot-osow" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sc-scdot-osow" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "South Carolina Code section 56-5-4160 and related Chapter 5 weight provisions are the official sources reviewed for penalty context.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sc-code-56-5-4160" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the cited South Carolina Code section and any permit record before estimating a penalty.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sc-code-56-5-4160" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "South Carolina State Transport Police", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sc-transport-police" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sc-code-56-5-4160" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sc-scdot-osow" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "South Carolina State Transport Police is the reviewed official enforcement source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sc-transport-police" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sc-scdot-osow" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "sc-scdot-osow", "title": "SCDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits", "url": "https://www.scdot.org/business/permits-osow.aspx", "publisher": "South Carolina Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "south-carolina.*" ], "notes": "Official SCDOT OS/OW source. scdot.org is a non-standard official domain." }, { "id": "sc-code-56-5-4160", "title": "South Carolina Code section 56-5-4160", "url": "https://www.scstatehouse.gov/code/t56c005.php", "publisher": "South Carolina Legislature", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "south-carolina.overweightFineStructure", "south-carolina.overweightTicketNotes", "south-carolina.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official South Carolina code chapter reviewed for axle and gross-weight penalty context; use the section cited on the ticket." }, { "id": "sc-transport-police", "title": "South Carolina State Transport Police", "url": "https://scdps.sc.gov/index.php/scstp", "publisher": "South Carolina Department of Public Safety", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "south-carolina.enforcementAgency", "south-carolina.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official South Carolina Department of Public Safety State Transport Police source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "South Dakota", "stateAbbr": "SD", "slug": "south-dakota", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; South Dakota-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; South Dakota-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; South Dakota-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sd-dot-osow" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "South Dakota Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "sd-dot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "South Dakota Oversize/Overweight Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "sd-dot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "South Dakota DOT oversize/overweight permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "sd-dot-osow" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use South Dakota Oversize/Overweight Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sd-dot-osow" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by South Dakota Oversize/Overweight Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sd-dot-osow" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sd-dot-osow" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "South Dakota Codified Laws section 32-9-14 is the official source reviewed for excess weight penalty context.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sd-codified-law-32-9-14" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use SDCL section 32-9-14 and the issued citation before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sd-codified-law-32-9-14" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "South Dakota commercial vehicle enforcement sources linked through the state truck information program", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sd-truckinfo-size-weight" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sd-codified-law-32-9-14" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sd-dot-osow" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "South Dakota Truck Info size and weight material is the reviewed official enforcement-context source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sd-truckinfo-size-weight" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "sd-dot-osow" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "sd-dot-osow", "title": "South Dakota Oversize/Overweight Permits", "url": "https://dot.sd.gov/doing-business/permits/oversize-overweight", "publisher": "South Dakota Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "south-dakota.*" ], "notes": "Official South Dakota DOT OS/OW permit source." }, { "id": "sd-codified-law-32-9-14", "title": "South Dakota Codified Laws section 32-9-14", "url": "https://sdlegislature.gov/Statutes/32-9-14", "publisher": "South Dakota Legislature", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "south-dakota.overweightFineStructure", "south-dakota.overweightTicketNotes", "south-dakota.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official South Dakota statute source reviewed for excess weight penalty context." }, { "id": "sd-truckinfo-size-weight", "title": "South Dakota Truck Info Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://sdtruckinfo.sd.gov/rules-regulations/size-weight-regulations/", "publisher": "South Dakota Truck Info / State of South Dakota", "officialType": "state_dot", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "south-dakota.enforcementAgency", "south-dakota.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official South Dakota truck information site used for size/weight enforcement context." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Tennessee", "stateAbbr": "TN", "slug": "tennessee", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-26", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 81, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Tennessee-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Tennessee-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Tennessee-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tn-tdot-osow-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Tennessee Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "tn-tdot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "TDOT Overweight and Overdimensional Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "tn-tdot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "TDOT overweight and overdimensional permits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "tn-tdot-osow-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use TDOT's official permit page for the current permit application path.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tn-tdot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use TDOT contacts on the official permit page.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tn-tdot-osow-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tn-tdot-osow-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "TDOT permit FAQs identify permit travel, bridge, route, and escort restrictions; no statewide frost-law source was confirmed in this pass.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tn-tdot-osow-faq" ] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Check TDOT permit FAQs and permit terms for route, bridge, time-of-travel, and escort restrictions before moving over legal size or weight.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tn-tdot-osow-faq" ] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "TDOT OS/OW permit FAQ source for current special and permit restrictions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tn-tdot-osow-faq" ] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Official fine structure not confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the actual citation, current statute, and permit terms before estimating penalties.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Tennessee Department of Transportation permit office with Tennessee Highway Patrol escort coordination for certain moves", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tn-tdot-osow-faq" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tn-tdot-osow-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "TDOT permit FAQs should be checked for bridge, route, and THP escort requirements; compare scale readings with official limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "tn-tdot-osow-permits", "tn-tdot-osow-faq" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tn-tdot-osow-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "tn-tdot-osow-permits", "title": "Tennessee Overweight and Overdimensional Permits", "url": "https://www.tn.gov/tdot/central-services/overweight-and-overdimensional-permits.html", "publisher": "Tennessee Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "tennessee.*" ], "notes": "Official TDOT overweight and overdimensional permit source." }, { "id": "tn-tdot-osow-faq", "title": "Tennessee TDOT OS/OW Permit FAQs", "url": "https://www.tn.gov/tdot/traffic-operations-division/oversize---overweight-permits/frequently-asked-questions.html", "publisher": "Tennessee Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-26", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "tennessee.frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction", "tennessee.seasonalWeightNotes", "tennessee.officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl", "tennessee.enforcementAgency", "tennessee.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official TDOT permit FAQ reviewed for travel restrictions, route restrictions, bridge analysis, and THP escort references. It supports special/permit restrictions, not a statewide frost law." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Texas", "stateAbbr": "TX", "slug": "texas", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 99, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "80,000 lb general maximum gross weight listed by TxDMV.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdmv-size-weight" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "20,000 lb single axle general legal limit listed by TxDMV.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdmv-size-weight" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "34,000 lb tandem axle group general legal limit listed by TxDMV.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdmv-size-weight" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal Interstate bridge formula checks still apply; TxDMV also publishes state size/weight tables and exceptions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdmv-size-weight", "fhwa-bridge-formula" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "TxDMV notes federal Interstate restrictions for some exception categories; verify route and commodity exceptions separately.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdmv-size-weight", "fhwa-federal-size-weight" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "TxDMV lists non-Interstate axle-group values including triple and quad groups, with exception categories requiring separate checks.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdmv-size-weight" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle legality depends on axle, tire, registration, route, and equipment limits; TxDMV does not make a private scale ticket a permit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdmv-size-weight" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Compare drive tandems with the 34,000 lb tandem value unless a specific permit or exception controls.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdmv-size-weight" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Moving trailer tandems changes axle distribution but does not override TxDMV size/weight or load-zoned-road restrictions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdmv-size-weight", "tx-txdot-load-zoning" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "A fifth-wheel adjustment can shift steer and drive weights; re-weigh and compare against TxDMV limits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdmv-size-weight" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA bridge formula for Interstate checks and TxDMV/Texas route sources for state-specific limitations.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "tx-txdmv-size-weight" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdmv-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "TxDMV Oversize/Overweight Permits Office.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdmv-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "TxDMV Oversize/Overweight Permits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdmv-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "TxPROS Permit Wizard is linked from TxDMV's official OS/OW permits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdmv-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use the contact information published on the TxDMV OS/OW permits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdmv-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "TxDMV states that vehicles or loads exceeding legal size or weight require an OS/OW permit and authorized route when applicable before traveling on Texas public roadways.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdmv-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide frost-season weight restriction found during this review; Texas does publish load-zoned roads and restricted bridges.", "status": "no_statewide_rule_confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdot-load-zoning" ] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "On load-zoned roads, TxDMV/TXDOT source material should be checked before travel because local axle or bridge limits can be lower than normal legal limits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdot-load-zoning" ] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "TxDOT Load Zoning page.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdot-load-zoning" ] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Texas DPS summary of TRC 621.506 lists misdemeanor penalties and gross-overweight fine brackets; the legislature statute site was unavailable during review.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tx-dps-weight-provisions" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the DPS summary as a pointer and re-check current Transportation Code text when the legislature site is available.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tx-dps-weight-provisions" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Texas Department of Public Safety Commercial Vehicle Enforcement.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "tx-dps-weight-provisions" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Texas DPS general provisions relating to vehicle size and weight.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tx-dps-weight-provisions" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on the inspection and reporting record; consult FMCSA SMS materials.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A scale ticket is useful for load distribution but is not a TxDMV permit or route authorization.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdmv-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "DPS Commercial Vehicle Enforcement is the relevant official enforcement source checked in this review.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "tx-dps-weight-provisions" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace TxDMV permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdmv-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "If a Texas ticket involves a load-zoned route or bridge, compare the ticket to the lower posted or zoned limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "tx-txdot-load-zoning", "tx-txdmv-size-weight" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "tx-txdmv-size-weight", "title": "Texas Size/Weight Limits", "url": "https://www.txdmv.gov/motor-carriers/oversize-overweight-permits/texas-size-weight-limits", "publisher": "Texas Department of Motor Vehicles", "officialType": "state_dmv", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "texas.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "texas.singleAxleLimit", "texas.tandemAxleLimit", "texas.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "TxDMV public size and weight limits page." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "tx-txdot-load-zoning", "title": "TxDOT Load Zoning", "url": "https://www.txdot.gov/data-maps/load-zoning.html", "publisher": "Texas Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_dot", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "texas.frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction", "texas.seasonalWeightNotes", "texas.officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl" ], "notes": "Official load-zoning source; it does not confirm a statewide frost law." }, { "id": "tx-txdmv-permits", "title": "TxDMV Oversize/Overweight Permits", "url": "https://www.txdmv.gov/motor-carriers/oversize-overweight-permits", "publisher": "Texas Department of Motor Vehicles", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "texas.oversizeOverweightPermitAgency", "texas.permitOfficialUrl", "texas.onlinePermitPortalUrl" ], "notes": "Official Texas OS/OW permit landing page." }, { "id": "tx-dps-weight-provisions", "title": "Texas DPS General Provisions Relating to Vehicle Size and Weight", "url": "https://www.dps.texas.gov/section/commercial-vehicle-enforcement/general-provisions-relating-vehicle-size-and-weight", "publisher": "Texas Department of Public Safety", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "texas.overweightFineStructure", "texas.enforcementAgency", "texas.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official DPS summary used because the Texas Legislature statute site was under maintenance during review." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Utah", "stateAbbr": "UT", "slug": "utah", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Utah-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Utah-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Utah-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ut-udot-osow" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Utah Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ut-udot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "UDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ut-udot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "UDOT oversize/overweight permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "ut-udot-osow" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use UDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ut-udot-osow" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by UDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ut-udot-osow" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ut-udot-osow" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Utah Code section 72-7-409 is the official source reviewed for size and weight penalties.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ut-code-72-7-409" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use Utah Code section 72-7-409 with the issued citation and permit terms before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ut-code-72-7-409" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Utah Highway Patrol Motor Carrier Division", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ut-highway-patrol-motor-carrier" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ut-code-72-7-409" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ut-udot-osow" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "ut-udot-osow" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "ut-udot-osow" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "ut-udot-osow", "title": "UDOT Oversize/Overweight Permits", "url": "https://www.udot.utah.gov/connect/business/motor-carriers/ports-of-entry/oversize-overweight-permits/", "publisher": "Utah Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "utah.*" ], "notes": "Official UDOT OS/OW permit source." }, { "id": "ut-code-72-7-409", "title": "Utah Code section 72-7-409", "url": "https://le.utah.gov/xcode/Title72/Chapter7/72-7-S409.html", "publisher": "Utah State Legislature", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "utah.overweightFineStructure", "utah.overweightTicketNotes", "utah.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Utah code source for size and weight penalties." }, { "id": "ut-highway-patrol-motor-carrier", "title": "Utah Highway Patrol Motor Carrier Division", "url": "https://highwaypatrol.utah.gov/divisions/motor-carrier/", "publisher": "Utah Highway Patrol", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "utah.enforcementAgency", "utah.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Utah Highway Patrol motor carrier division source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Vermont", "stateAbbr": "VT", "slug": "vermont", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Vermont-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Vermont-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Vermont-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "vt-vtrans-osow" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Vermont Agency of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "vt-vtrans-osow" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "VTrans Oversize/Overweight Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "vt-vtrans-osow" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "VTrans oversize/overweight permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "vt-vtrans-osow" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use VTrans Oversize/Overweight Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "vt-vtrans-osow" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by VTrans Oversize/Overweight Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "vt-vtrans-osow" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "vt-vtrans-osow" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Vermont Statutes Title 23 section 1402 is the official source reviewed for weight penalty context.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "vt-statutes-23-1402" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use 23 V.S.A. section 1402 and the actual citation before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "vt-statutes-23-1402" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Vermont DMV Commercial Vehicle Enforcement", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "vt-dmv-commercial-vehicle-enforcement" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "vt-statutes-23-1402" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "vt-vtrans-osow" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Vermont DMV Commercial Vehicle Enforcement is the reviewed official enforcement source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "vt-dmv-commercial-vehicle-enforcement" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "vt-vtrans-osow" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "vt-vtrans-osow", "title": "VTrans Oversize/Overweight Permits", "url": "https://vtrans.vermont.gov/planning/permitting/oversize-overweight-permits", "publisher": "Vermont Agency of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "vermont.*" ], "notes": "Official Vermont Agency of Transportation OS/OW permit source." }, { "id": "vt-statutes-23-1402", "title": "Vermont Statutes Title 23 section 1402", "url": "https://legislature.vermont.gov/statutes/section/23/013/01402", "publisher": "Vermont General Assembly", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "vermont.overweightFineStructure", "vermont.overweightTicketNotes", "vermont.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Vermont statute source reviewed for weight penalty context." }, { "id": "vt-dmv-commercial-vehicle-enforcement", "title": "Vermont DMV Commercial Vehicle Enforcement", "url": "https://dmv.vermont.gov/enforcement-and-safety/commercial-vehicle-enforcement", "publisher": "Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles", "officialType": "state_dmv", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "vermont.enforcementAgency", "vermont.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Vermont DMV commercial vehicle enforcement source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Virginia", "stateAbbr": "VA", "slug": "virginia", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-26", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Virginia-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Virginia-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Virginia-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "va-dmv-hauling-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "va-dmv-hauling-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "Virginia DMV Hauling Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "va-dmv-hauling-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "Virginia DMV hauling permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "va-dmv-hauling-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use Virginia DMV's official hauling permit source for current filing.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "va-dmv-hauling-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use Virginia DMV permit contact details on the official source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "va-dmv-hauling-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "va-dmv-hauling-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Virginia DMV and Code of Virginia sources describe overweight citation handling and a statutory liquidated-damages schedule; verify the cited section and citation.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "va-dmv-overweight-citations", "va-code-46-2-1135" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "DMV says overweight citation responsibility is tied to the motor carrier, and the cited Virginia Code section should be checked before estimating amounts.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "va-dmv-overweight-citations", "va-code-46-2-1135" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Virginia DMV Motor Carrier Services / size and weight enforcement", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "va-dmv-overweight-citations", "va-dmv-size-weight-overview" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Virginia DMV overweight citation and Code of Virginia weight penalty sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "va-dmv-overweight-citations", "va-code-46-2-1135" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "va-dmv-hauling-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Virginia DMV operates size and weight enforcement through motor carrier service centers, mobile crews, and portable scales; compare readings with official limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "va-dmv-hauling-permits", "va-dmv-size-weight-overview" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "va-dmv-hauling-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "va-dmv-hauling-permits", "title": "Virginia DMV Hauling Permits", "url": "https://www.dmv.virginia.gov/businesses/motor-carriers/overload-permits", "publisher": "Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "virginia.*" ], "notes": "Official Virginia DMV hauling/overload permit source." }, { "id": "va-dmv-overweight-citations", "title": "Virginia DMV Citations for Motor Carrier Violations", "url": "https://www.dmv.virginia.gov/businesses/motor-carriers/citations", "publisher": "Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-26", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "virginia.overweightFineStructure", "virginia.overweightTicketNotes", "virginia.enforcementAgency", "virginia.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Virginia DMV citation page explaining overweight citation issuance, payment responsibility, and DMV collection role." }, { "id": "va-code-46-2-1135", "title": "Code of Virginia section 46.2-1135", "url": "https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title46.2/chapter10/section46.2-1135/", "publisher": "Virginia Law", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-26", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "virginia.overweightFineStructure", "virginia.overweightTicketNotes", "virginia.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Virginia statutory liquidated-damages schedule for violation of weight limits; verify the cited effective version and citation record." }, { "id": "va-dmv-size-weight-overview", "title": "Virginia DMV Size and Weight Enforcement Overview", "url": "https://www.dmv.virginia.gov/businesses/motor-carriers/weigh/overview", "publisher": "Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-26", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "virginia.enforcementAgency", "virginia.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official Virginia DMV overview of Motor Carrier Service Centers, mobile crews, portable scales, and size/weight compliance operations." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Washington", "stateAbbr": "WA", "slug": "washington", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 96, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "WSDOT publishes legal vehicle weight tables; gross legality depends on axle count, spacing, and route rather than a single statewide shortcut.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-legal-weight" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "20,000 lb single axle reference in WSDOT legal weight materials.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-legal-weight" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "34,000 lb tandem axle reference in WSDOT legal weight materials.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-legal-weight" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "WSDOT legal weight tables and federal bridge formula should both be checked where applicable.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-legal-weight", "fhwa-bridge-formula" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with WSDOT legal weight tables and permit restrictions.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "wa-wsdot-legal-weight" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "WSDOT legal vehicle weight tables are the reviewed Washington source for regular operation.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-legal-weight" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include WSDOT legal weight, tire/equipment ratings, and route restrictions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-legal-weight" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be compared against WSDOT legal weight tables and permit terms.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-legal-weight", "wa-wsdot-permits" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes spacing and can change the WSDOT legal weight result.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-legal-weight" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel adjustment changes distribution but is not WSDOT permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Use WSDOT legal vehicle weight tables and FHWA bridge formula for spacing-sensitive checks.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-legal-weight", "fhwa-bridge-formula" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Washington State Department of Transportation.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "WSDOT Commercial Vehicle Permits.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "WSDOT Commercial Vehicle Permits page.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use WSDOT's official permit page for the current online permit path.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use WSDOT commercial vehicle permit contacts published on the official page.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "WSDOT permit conditions and current restrictions should be checked before over-legal movement.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "WSDOT publishes commercial vehicle permit restrictions and current conditions; no separate statewide frost-law figure was confirmed in this review.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-permits" ] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Use WSDOT current restriction links for route or permit restrictions before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-permits" ] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "WSDOT Commercial Vehicle Permits page and current restrictions links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-permits" ] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "RCW 46.44.105.2 is the reviewed official additional-penalty source; full ticket calculation may require related sections.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wa-rcw-46-44-105-2" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the actual citation and current RCW sections for fine computation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wa-rcw-46-44-105-2" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Official enforcement agency page not separately confirmed in this review; WSDOT and RCW sources were reviewed.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-permits", "wa-rcw-46-44-105-2" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "RCW 46.44.105.2 additional penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wa-rcw-46-44-105-2" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection/reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket helps check distribution but is not a WSDOT permit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare readings to WSDOT legal weight tables and any current permit restriction.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-legal-weight", "wa-wsdot-permits" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale does not issue Washington permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the ticket to compare axle groups with WSDOT tables and permit terms.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wa-wsdot-legal-weight" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "wa-wsdot-legal-weight", "title": "WSDOT Legal Vehicle Weight", "url": "https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel/commercial-vehicles/commercial-vehicle-permits/legal-vehicle-weight", "publisher": "Washington State Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_dot", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "washington.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "washington.singleAxleLimit", "washington.tandemAxleLimit", "washington.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Official WSDOT legal weight page and RCW 46.44.041 chart reference." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "wa-wsdot-permits", "title": "WSDOT Commercial Vehicle Permits", "url": "https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel/commercial-vehicles/commercial-vehicle-permits", "publisher": "Washington State Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "washington.oversizeOverweightPermitAgency", "washington.permitOfficialUrl", "washington.officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl" ], "notes": "Official WSDOT permit page with current OS/OW restriction links." }, { "id": "wa-rcw-46-44-105-2", "title": "RCW 46.44.105 additional penalties", "url": "https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=46.44.105.2", "publisher": "Washington State Legislature", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "washington.overweightFineStructure", "washington.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official law page for additional penalties; complete fine computation may require related subsections." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "West Virginia", "stateAbbr": "WV", "slug": "west-virginia", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; West Virginia-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; West Virginia-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; West Virginia-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wv-hauling-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "West Virginia Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wv-hauling-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "West Virginia Hauling Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wv-hauling-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "West Virginia hauling permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wv-hauling-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use West Virginia Hauling Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wv-hauling-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by West Virginia Hauling Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wv-hauling-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wv-hauling-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "West Virginia Code section 17C-17A-10 is the official source reviewed for size and weight penalty context.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wv-code-17c-17a-10" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use West Virginia Code section 17C-17A-10 and the issued citation before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wv-code-17c-17a-10" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "West Virginia Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program / commercial vehicle enforcement partners", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wv-mcsap" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wv-code-17c-17a-10" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wv-hauling-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "West Virginia DOT MCSAP is the reviewed official commercial vehicle enforcement-context source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wv-mcsap" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wv-hauling-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "wv-hauling-permits", "title": "West Virginia Hauling Permits", "url": "https://transportation.wv.gov/highways/maintenance/hauling_permits/Pages/default.aspx", "publisher": "West Virginia Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "west-virginia.*" ], "notes": "Official West Virginia hauling permit source." }, { "id": "wv-code-17c-17a-10", "title": "West Virginia Code section 17C-17A-10", "url": "https://code.wvlegislature.gov/17C-17A-10/", "publisher": "West Virginia Legislature", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "west-virginia.overweightFineStructure", "west-virginia.overweightTicketNotes", "west-virginia.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official West Virginia Code source reviewed for size/weight penalty context." }, { "id": "wv-mcsap", "title": "West Virginia Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program", "url": "https://transportation.wv.gov/highways/programplanning/grant_administration/Pages/MCSAP.aspx", "publisher": "West Virginia Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_enforcement", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "west-virginia.enforcementAgency", "west-virginia.weighStationOrEnforcementNotes" ], "notes": "Official West Virginia DOT MCSAP source reviewed for commercial vehicle enforcement context." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Wisconsin", "stateAbbr": "WI", "slug": "wisconsin", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 76, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Wisconsin-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Wisconsin-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Wisconsin-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wi-wisdot-osow" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Wisconsin Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wi-wisdot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "WisDOT Oversize-Overweight Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wi-wisdot-osow" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "WisDOT OSOW permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wi-wisdot-osow" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use WisDOT's official OSOW source for current permit access.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wi-wisdot-osow" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use WisDOT permit contacts from the official source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wi-wisdot-osow" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wi-wisdot-osow" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "Wisconsin publishes seasonal weight restriction information through WisDOT; check current postings before travel.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wi-wisdot-seasonal" ] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Use WisDOT seasonal weight restriction materials for current route-level and seasonal limits before travel.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wi-wisdot-seasonal" ] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "WisDOT seasonal weight restriction source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wi-wisdot-seasonal" ] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Official fine structure not confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the actual citation, current statute, and permit terms before estimating penalties.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Official enforcement agency page not confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wi-wisdot-osow" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Compare scale readings with official limits, route postings, and any permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "wi-wisdot-osow" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wi-wisdot-osow" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "wi-wisdot-osow", "title": "WisDOT Oversize-Overweight Permits", "url": "https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv/com-drv-vehs/mtr-car-trkr/osowgeneral.aspx", "publisher": "Wisconsin Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "wisconsin.*" ], "notes": "Official WisDOT OSOW permit source." }, { "id": "wi-wisdot-seasonal", "title": "WisDOT Seasonal Weight Restrictions", "url": "https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/travel/road/hwy-contacts/seasonalweight.aspx", "publisher": "Wisconsin Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_dot", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "wisconsin.frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction", "wisconsin.seasonalWeightNotes", "wisconsin.officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl" ], "notes": "Official WisDOT seasonal weight restriction source." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] }, { "stateName": "Wyoming", "stateAbbr": "WY", "slug": "wyoming", "lastReviewed": "2026-05-25", "indexStatus": "indexable", "indexQualityScore": 86, "indexReason": "Meets current source coverage and confidence threshold.", "overallConfidence": "medium", "fields": { "grossVehicleWeightLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate gross limit is 80,000 lb; Wyoming-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "singleAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate single-axle limit is 20,000 lb; Wyoming-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "tandemAxleLimit": { "value": "Federal Interstate tandem limit is 34,000 lb; Wyoming-specific limits are in the FHWA state law compilation linked here.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "bridgeFormulaApplies": { "value": "Federal bridge formula checks apply on Interstate routes; verify state exceptions and permit conditions before movement.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "interstateNotes": { "value": "Use FHWA Interstate limits together with the state source and any permit conditions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "nonInterstateNotes": { "value": "Use the reviewed state source and local postings for non-Interstate operation.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "steerAxleNotes": { "value": "Steer axle review should include axle law, tire/equipment ratings, registration, and route postings.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "driveAxleNotes": { "value": "Drive axle groups should be checked against tandem/group limits and permit terms.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "trailerTandemNotes": { "value": "Trailer tandem position changes distribution and may affect spacing-sensitive checks; re-weigh after adjustment.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "fifthWheelNotes": { "value": "Fifth-wheel movement redistributes weight but does not create permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wy-whp-permits" ] }, "bridgeLawNotes": { "value": "Check FHWA bridge formula and the state source when axle spacing is close to a limit.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-bridge-formula", "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] }, "oversizeOverweightPermitAgency": { "value": "Wyoming Highway Patrol / Department of Transportation", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wy-whp-permits" ] }, "permitOfficeName": { "value": "Wyoming Highway Patrol Permits", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wy-whp-permits" ] }, "permitOfficialUrl": { "value": "Wyoming Highway Patrol permit source.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "high", "sourceIds": [ "wy-whp-permits" ] }, "onlinePermitPortalUrl": { "value": "Use Wyoming Highway Patrol Permits official source for current online filing or portal links.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wy-whp-permits" ] }, "permitPhoneOrContactPage": { "value": "Use contact information published by Wyoming Highway Patrol Permits.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wy-whp-permits" ] }, "permitNotes": { "value": "Permit terms, route conditions, dates, and vehicle configuration should be checked on the official permit source before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wy-whp-permits" ] }, "frostLawOrSeasonalRestriction": { "value": "No official statewide seasonal or frost weight restriction was confirmed during this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "seasonalWeightNotes": { "value": "Local route, bridge, or permit restrictions may still apply; no statewide seasonal weight restriction was confirmed in this review.", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "officialSeasonalRestrictionUrl": { "value": "", "status": "not_found_in_official_review", "confidence": "low", "sourceIds": [] }, "overweightFineStructure": { "value": "Wyoming Statutes Title 31 Chapter 18 is the official source reviewed for commercial vehicle size and weight penalty context.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wy-statutes-31-18" ] }, "overweightTicketNotes": { "value": "Use the cited Wyoming statute section and permit record before estimating penalties.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wy-statutes-31-18" ] }, "enforcementAgency": { "value": "Wyoming Highway Patrol Ports of Entry", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wy-whp-permits" ] }, "fineOfficialUrl": { "value": "Official fine or penalty source linked in Sources.", "status": "confirmed", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wy-statutes-31-18" ] }, "csaOrSafetyNotes": { "value": "CSA impact depends on inspection and reporting; use FMCSA SMS materials and the actual inspection record.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fmcsa-sms" ] }, "publicScaleNotes": { "value": "A public scale ticket is a self-check record, not state permit authority.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wy-whp-permits" ] }, "weighStationOrEnforcementNotes": { "value": "Wyoming Highway Patrol permit and ports-of-entry materials are the reviewed official enforcement-context source.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wy-whp-permits" ] }, "catScaleDisclaimer": { "value": "CAT Scale tickets are private self-check records and do not replace official permits or enforcement decisions.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "wy-whp-permits" ] }, "scaleTicketNotes": { "value": "Use steer, drive, trailer, and gross readings to compare against official limits before travel.", "status": "inferred_from_official_source", "confidence": "medium", "sourceIds": [ "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws" ] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "fhwa-state-size-weight-laws", "title": "FHWA Appendix A: State Truck Size and Weight Laws", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "states.grossVehicleWeightLimit", "states.singleAxleLimit", "states.tandemAxleLimit", "states.nonInterstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal compilation used as cross-check for state regular-operation weight summaries." }, { "id": "fhwa-bridge-formula", "title": "FHWA Bridge Formula Weights", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/brdg_frm_wghts/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.bridgeFormula", "states.bridgeFormulaApplies", "states.bridgeLawNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for Bridge Formula B and federal axle-group explanation." }, { "id": "fhwa-federal-size-weight", "title": "FHWA Federal Size and Weight Regulations", "url": "https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/regulations/index.htm", "publisher": "Federal Highway Administration", "officialType": "fhwa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.federalSizeWeight", "states.interstateNotes" ], "notes": "Federal overview of size and weight limits on the Interstate system." }, { "id": "wy-whp-permits", "title": "Wyoming Highway Patrol Permits", "url": "https://whp.dot.state.wy.us/home/ports-of-entry/permits.html", "publisher": "Wyoming Highway Patrol / Department of Transportation", "officialType": "state_permit_office", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "wyoming.*" ], "notes": "Official Wyoming permit source on dot.state.wy.us; non-standard official state domain." }, { "id": "wy-statutes-31-18", "title": "Wyoming Statutes Title 31 Chapter 18", "url": "https://wyoleg.gov/statutes/compress/title31.pdf", "publisher": "Wyoming Legislature", "officialType": "state_law", "lastVerified": "2026-05-25", "confidence": "medium", "fieldsSupported": [ "wyoming.overweightFineStructure", "wyoming.overweightTicketNotes", "wyoming.fineOfficialUrl" ], "notes": "Official Wyoming statutes PDF reviewed for commercial vehicle size/weight penalty context; use the cited section before estimating a penalty." }, { "id": "fmcsa-sms", "title": "FMCSA Safety Measurement System", "url": "https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/safety-measurement-system-sms", "publisher": "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration", "officialType": "fmcsa", "lastVerified": "2026-05-22", "confidence": "high", "fieldsSupported": [ "articles.csa", "states.csaOrSafetyNotes" ], "notes": "Federal source for safety measurement context; not a state fine schedule." } ] } ]