Does Virginia have a bridge law?

No vehicle can travel on Virginia highways with a single axle weight in excess of 20,000 pounds, tandem axle weight in excess of 34,000 pounds, or a gross weight in excess of 80,000 pounds. Maximum gross weight is determined by the number of axles and the distance between the first and last axles.

What is Indiana’s bridge law?

In 1975, Indiana adopted the “Bridge Formula” as state law as stipulated in IC 9-20-40-1. The formula is used to calculate the maximum legal gross weight and axle weights allowed for a vehicle or combination of vehicles. W = 500 {[(LN) ÷ (N-1)] + 12N + 36}

What is the bridge law in trucking?

The bridge formula law was enacted by the U.S. Congress to limit the weight-to-length ratio of heavy trucks, and to protect roads and bridges from the damage caused by the concentrated weight of shorter trucks.

Are there any restrictions on bridges in Indiana?

Commercial Motor Vehicle drivers should refer to INDOT bridge maps for information about specific bridge load restrictions across Indiana. Please be sure to check the Road Restriction & Closures information, above, for the most recent information about bridge restrictions.

What are the laws for crossing a bridge?

Bridge Laws By State 2021 In 1975, the U.S. Congress enacted the bridge formula to limit the weight-length ratio of a vehicle crossing a bridge. This is done by increasing the distance between axels or by spreading weight over additional axles.

Why are there weight limits on Interstate bridges?

A few States retained significantly lower weight limits which eventually became barriers to long- distance truck traffic. In 1982, Federal law was amended to make Interstate System weight limits, including the bridge formula limits, both the maximum and the minimum weights (i.e., floors and ceilings) that States must allow on the Interstate System.

What do you need to know about INDOT in Indiana?

INDOT monitors road conditions to provide with the most-up-to-date information regarding road traffic conditions, road restrictions and closures, and construction information. Commercial Motor Vehicle drivers should refer to INDOT bridge maps for information about specific bridge load restrictions across Indiana.