Size Comparison

Industry Issues and Challenges in Over-Dimensional Transport

PermittingRegulatory

Uniformity Goals 2012-2013Permit Validation Time

Minimum 5 daysTime of Travel and weekend travelRevision Policy Axle Grouping WeightsEscort Policy RequirementsSigning, lights, flags Notification of permit changes

Food for ThoughtMunicipality Permitting-

Define processCoordination of effort who what where?

Provision sheetsPurpose? Consolidation or revision?Automation program identifies those

applicable?

Proactive approachEducate State Transportation Officials on the effective

and safe use of the equipmentProvide opportunities for Show and TellProvide SC&RA with examples of effective utilization

of equipment or process and impact on economyUse AASHTO regional groups to discuss issueEducate, communicate, cooperate!

What Can Industry Do?

SummaryIncrease in volume - increase in demand

Aging infrastructure / inadequate funding

Need for uniformity for efficiency

Need for constant and productive dialogue between government and industry

Action Items and Follow upPartnership!