In Oregon, 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 | Oregon legal limit | Permit if over |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 8 ft 6 in | Wider |
| Height | 14 ft | Taller |
| Length (combination) | 75 ft | Longer |
| Gross weight | 80,000 lbs | Heavier |
| Single axle | 20,000 lbs | Heavier |
| Tandem axle | 34,000 lbs | Heavier |
2Escort & pilot car requirements
| Once the load is over… | Oregon requires |
|---|---|
| 12 ft wide | 1 escort (pilot car) |
| 16 ft 1 in wide | 2 escorts |
| 14 ft 6 in high | Escort with a height pole / pole car |
| 105 ft long | 1 escort · 120 ft → 2 escorts |
| 16 ft high or 16 ft wide | Route survey required |
3When you can travel
- Daylight only — 30 min before sunrise to 30 min after sunset.
- Weekends: Weekend rules vary by route or season; check the permit conditions.
- 8 ft 7 in to 10 ft wide: night travel on all Interstates and Green Routes. 10 ft 1 in to 12 ft wide: Interstates only. Over 12 ft wide: no night travel. Manufactured homes 10 ft max at night..
- Holiday blackouts: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas.
4Superloads in Oregon
A load is a superload once it exceeds any of these:
| Superload trigger | Threshold |
|---|---|
| Width | 16 ft |
| Height | 17 ft |
| Length | 150 ft |
Superloads require individual review and roughly 10 days of lead time for approval.
5Permit timing
- Superload review: ~10 days.
- Validity: a single-trip permit is good for ~10 days.
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?Oregon permit FAQ
When do I need an oversize permit in Oregon?
Once a load exceeds any legal limit: 8 ft 6 in wide, 14 ft high, 75 ft long (combination), or 80,000 lbs gross.
When do I need a pilot car in Oregon?
Oregon requires one escort over 12 ft wide (two over 16 ft 1 in), and a height pole over 14 ft 6 in high.
Can you drive an oversize load at night in Oregon?
Daylight only, 30 min before sunrise to 30 min after sunset. 8 ft 7 in to 10 ft wide: night travel on all Interstates and Green Routes. 10 ft 1 in to 12 ft wide: Interstates only. Over 12 ft wide: no night travel. Manufactured homes 10 ft max at night. Weekend travel is allowed within limits.
What counts as a superload in Oregon?
Over 16 ft wide, 17 ft high, or 150 ft long. It requires individual review and about 10 days of lead time.
How much does a Oregon 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 Oregon load with FreightDeck →.
How long does it take to get an oversize permit in Oregon?
Oregon does not publish a standard processing time for routine permits; superload review takes about 10 days. A permit is valid for 10 days, so line up every state on the route before applying.
Can oversize loads move on weekends and holidays in Oregon?
Weekend rules vary by route or season; check the permit conditions. Movement stops on New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas (From noon the day before; >14 ft barred whole holiday period; <=14 ft may move weekend days on authorized routes per Attachment H (Thanksgiving noon Wed-12:01 Thu barred, Sunday barred)); check the permit conditions for exact times.
Does Oregon require a route survey?
Yes, once a load is over 16 ft high or 16 ft wide. The survey checks every bridge, sign, signal and wire on the route and is filed with the permit; it usually takes longer than the permit itself, so start it first. What a route survey involves →
Are any loads exempt from oversize permits in Oregon?
Oregon publishes exemptions or relaxed rules for farm equipment, logging trucks, and christmas trees (for example non-interstate). Exemptions are narrow and usually limited to specific roads and daylight hours; anything else over the legal limits needs a permit.
Does a Oregon permit cover Washington?
No. Every state issues its own permit, and a move crossing into Washington, Idaho, or Nevada needs a separate permit there with that state's escort and travel rules. FreightDeck prices every state on the route in one quote.