Low weight bridges
We are getting a fifth-wheel. I am aware of the height issues with the new camper. I never thought about the weight until tonight. Pick up will be 3+ tons The fifth-wheel is 6+ tons. That is a a ...
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sneakygroundbuzzard wrote:johnhicks wrote:
I think bridges are limited per axle. Better check with DOT though.
most are gross weight,the sign will show pics of different types of vehicle and the weight limit for the type (i.e. pic of a straight truck,combination vehicle,or truck pulling doubles and triples)
It is very important to understand the local posting styles. Different states/jurisdictions vary on how they post weight limits.
MN posts their highways in tons per axle. I've seen bridges both ways. There area also some bridges that are limited to one vehicle at a time or certain separation distances.
Its a good thing the government keeps things simple.
