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jimj
Explorer
Oct 20, 2015

State scales open

Some states leave their scales open when they are closed from weighing trucks. They have a readout so you can drive on the scales and weigh. This is helpful to the truckers and would be great for us RVers.
Which states leave the scales open?
I am pretty sure Oregon is one.
If anyone knows of a list or just experience please let us know.

Thanks

JimJ
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  • ktmrfs's avatar
    ktmrfs
    Explorer II
    Oct 20, 2015
    Unless there is an issue with the scales, Oregon leaves the exits open and scales and overhead readout on 24/7. I've used them quite often to check weights or check setup changes.
  • Helmsey's avatar
    Helmsey
    Explorer
    Oct 20, 2015
    The scales in East TN are usually on and this is what is outside on the pole, next to the drivers window:

  • DrewE's avatar
    DrewE
    Explorer II
    Oct 20, 2015
    Must be a northwest/midwest thing?

    Vermont definitely does not. They don't even have the access roads to the weigh stations open when the stations are closed—they're gated off.
  • Wadcutter's avatar
    Wadcutter
    Nomad
    Oct 20, 2015
    We usually do in IL however since everything is computerized it's nearly impossible to read the screen from outside the building. Pre-computer the readout was in about 1" numbers on the screen and could be seen from outside.
  • downtheroad's avatar
    downtheroad
    Explorer
    Oct 20, 2015
    Every scale in Washington State that I have ever passed..We have used them often over the years in a variety of locations...
  • csamayfield55x's avatar
    csamayfield55x
    Explorer
    Oct 20, 2015
    Only one I have ever seen open is on highway 395 north of Lakeview Oregon. That one is always on

    Chris

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