Width: 8'6" (Interstate) /
8' (Non-designated)
Height: 13'6"
Length: 53' Trailer (Interstate)
Gross Weight: 80,000 lbs
Single Trip: As Issued
Annual Permit: 12 Months
IRP Trip Permit
IFTA Fuel Permit
Sunrise to Sunset
Monday – Friday
Weekend travel allowed for qualifying loads
Night travel by special permit only
Escort requirements depend on: Length Width, Height, Overhang, Route Type
West Virginia Oversize and Overweight Permits are required whenever a vehicle or load exceeds the state's legal size or weight limits. These permits help ensure safe transportation while protecting public highways and bridges.
Chicago Permit provides fast and affordable West Virginia Oversize Permits, Overweight Permits, Overhang Permits, Single Trip Permits, and Annual Permits. Our experienced permit specialists ensure quick processing and full compliance with West Virginia DOT regulations.
| LENGTH | WIDTH | HEIGHT | GROSS WEIGHT |
|---|---|---|---|
|
53 Feet Trailer
(Interstate) 48 Feet (Non-designated) Overall: 60 Feet |
8 Feet 6 Inches
(Interstate) 8 Feet (Non-designated) |
13'6" (Statewide) | 80,000 Pounds |
West Virginia oversize permits can be obtained online through our website chicagopermit.net or by calling us at 270-908-9656
In most states, including West Virginia, the maximum allowable width for a vehicle or load without a permit is 8 feet 6 inches (102 inches). Anything wider requires an oversize permit.
West Virginia requires oversize/overweight loads to obtain a special permit before traveling on state roads. Rules include restrictions on dimensions, travel hours, escort requirements, and designated routes depending on the size and weight of the load.
Yes, West Virginia requires temporary trip permits for out-of-state carriers operating intrastate commercial vehicles that are not registered under the International Registration Plan (IRP).
West Virginia oversize permits can be obtained online through our website chicagopermit.net or by calling us at 270-908-9656
The cost of a West Virginia overweight permit varies based on the weight over legal limits. Fees typically start at around $6 per 1,000 pounds over the limit, with additional administrative fees.
An overweight permit in West Virginia generally starts around $20 to $30, but final pricing depends on axle weight, gross weight, distance, and other load factors.
Oversize permits in West Virginia typically cost between $20 and $40, depending on the load’s dimensions and the travel route.
West Virginia defines oversize loads as those exceeding 8 feet 6 inches in width, 13 feet 6 inches in height, 65 feet in length for a combination, or exceeding permitted axle or gross vehicle weights. These loads require a special permit to operate.
Generally, oversize loads in West Virginia are not allowed to travel at night. Travel is typically permitted 30 minutes after sunrise until 30 minutes before sunset, Monday through Saturday. Special exceptions may apply with specific permits.
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