In Georgia, any load that exceeds the legal size or weight limits requires an oversize/overweight permit before it moves. Below are the legal limits and the requirements that apply at each threshold.
1When you need a permit
A load is oversize or overweight once it passes any of these:
| Dimension | Georgia legal limit | Permit if over |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 8 ft 6 in | Wider |
| Height | 13 ft 6 in | Taller |
| Length (combination) | 100 ft | Longer |
| Gross weight | 80,000 lbs | Heavier |
| Single axle | 20,340 lbs | Heavier |
| Tandem axle | 40,680 lbs | Heavier |
Georgia sets no general front-overhang allowance — freight ahead of the trailer counts toward its length limits.
2Escort & pilot car requirements
| Once the load is over… | Georgia requires |
|---|---|
| 12 ft wide | 1 escort (pilot car) |
| 14 ft 8 in wide | 2 escorts |
| 15 ft 6 in high | Escort with a height pole / pole car |
| 75 ft long | 1 escort · 125 ft → 2 escorts |
| 16 ft wide | Police escort |
3When you can travel
- Daylight only — 30 minutes after sunrise to 30 minutes before sunset.
- Weekends: Weekend travel is allowed.
- Continuous 24/7 movement allowed for loads <125,000 lbs with legal dimensions; otherwise prohibited.
- Holiday blackouts: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.
4Superloads in Georgia
A load is a superload once it exceeds any of these:
| Superload trigger | Threshold |
|---|---|
| Width | 16 ft |
| Height | 16 ft |
| Gross weight | 150,000 lbs |
5Permit timing
- Validity: a single-trip permit is good for ~10 days.
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?Georgia permit FAQ
When do I need an oversize permit in Georgia?
Once a load exceeds any legal limit: 8 ft 6 in wide, 13 ft 6 in high, 100 ft long (combination), or 80,000 lbs gross.
When do I need a pilot car in Georgia?
Georgia requires one escort over 12 ft wide (two over 14 ft 8 in), a height pole over 15 ft 6 in high, and a police escort over 16 ft wide.
Can you drive an oversize load at night in Georgia?
Daylight only, 30 minutes after sunrise to 30 minutes before sunset. Continuous 24/7 movement allowed for loads under 125,000 lbs with legal dimensions; otherwise prohibited. Weekend travel is allowed within limits.
What counts as a superload in Georgia?
Over 16 ft wide, 16 ft high, or 150,000 lbs gross.
How much does a Georgia oversize permit cost?
The state permit fee depends on the load's size and weight. The full cost of a move also includes escorts, police, route surveys, engineering, and the truck rate, which vary by route. FreightDeck estimates all of it for your exact load — price your Georgia load with FreightDeck →.
Can oversize loads move on weekends and holidays in Georgia?
Weekend travel is allowed. Movement stops on New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day (Holiday day itself only; no noon-before window); check the permit conditions for exact times.
How much overhang is allowed in Georgia?
Georgia sets no general front-overhang allowance — freight ahead of the trailer counts toward its length limits.
Are any loads exempt from oversize permits in Georgia?
Georgia publishes exemptions or relaxed rules for farm equipment, cotton module haulers, and forest products (for example farm operations, flags required >10ft wide). Exemptions are narrow and usually limited to specific roads and daylight hours; anything else over the legal limits needs a permit.
Does a Georgia permit cover Florida?
No. Every state issues its own permit, and a move crossing into Florida, Alabama, or Tennessee needs a separate permit there with that state's escort and travel rules. FreightDeck prices every state on the route in one quote.