New Mexico

Escorts

When escorts are required & number of escorts

	1 escort	2 escorts	3 escorts	State police
WIDTH	14' 1- 17'11 *	18' - 19'11 *	High risk routes *	20' & wider
LENGTH	90'1- 110'	110'1"	N/A **	If counter flow is required
HEIGHT	N/A **	N/A **	N/A **	If counter flow is required

NOTES:

• * Additional escorts may be required at any time due to route, size and/or circumstances.
• ** A route survey is required for loads higher than 15'6".
• ** Utility letters are required for loads higher than 18'.
• ** Height pole is only required for survey.

Super loads:

• TRUNNION AXLE: 60,000 lbs.
• WIDTH: No Max; depends on routes
• HEIGHT: No Max; depends on routes
• LENGTH: No Max; depends on routes
• Engineering analysis required for vehicles or loads in excess of 170,000 lbs. The route survey may be required and is valid for 14 days.

Loads 300,000 lbs. or more must have preapproval from Bridge Office before applied for in permitting system.

Escort vehicle requirements can differ significantly by state in terms of mandatory driver qualifications, training, certifications, vehicle weights, obligatory signage/flags/lighting, necessary onboard equipment, and more. The ODS team can provide you with all additional requirements specific to your route.