Minnesota requires pilot/escort vehicles for oversize loads exceeding 11' wide or 75' long. Loads over 14'6" wide require one escort; over 14'6" high require one escort; over 85' long require one escort. Escort operators must hold a valid, valid for 4 years. Certification is recognized in 12 other states. Minimum $1,000,000 Combined Single Limit insurance required. No oversize movement permitted on weekends or state holidays. Time restrictions apply: Rush hour restrictions in Minneapolis/St. Paul & Duluth metro: no travel weekdays 6:00am-8:30am.. Escort vehicles must be equipped with warning signs and amber lighting.
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Time: Rush hour restrictions in Minneapolis/St. Paul & Duluth metro: no travel weekdays 6:00am-8:30am.
Weekend: Summer (Memorial Day-Labor Day): No travel 4:00pm-8:00pm on Fridays and Sundays for loads over 12'6" wide or 110' long.
Holiday: No travel on: Memorial Day, Labor Day
Minnesota requires pilot/escort vehicles for oversize loads exceeding 11' wide or 75' long. Loads over 14'6" wide require one escort; over 14'6" high require one escort; over 85' long require one escort. Escort operators must hold a valid, valid for 4 years. Certification is recognized in 12 other states. Minimum $1,000,000 Combined Single Limit insurance required. No oversize movement permitted on weekends or state holidays. Time restrictions apply: Rush hour restrictions in Minneapolis/St. Paul & Duluth metro: no travel weekdays 6:00am-8:30am.. Escort vehicles must be equipped with warning signs and amber lighting.
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