Code of Maine Rules
29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE
250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES
Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Chapter 157 - THE ADMINISTRATION OF OVER DIMENSION AND OVERWEIGHT PERMITS
Section 250-157-15 - EMERGENCY OFF-HOUR MOVES SAFETY STANDARDS

Universal Citation: 29 ME Code Rules ยง 250-157-15

Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024

1. Emergency off-hour moves require pre-move authorization from a Maine State Police Troop Commander or the Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) duty officer during times of a declared statewide emergency.

2. Flashing amber lighting which is visible from all directions is required on the oversize combined unit (See Section 14, paragraph 2.D for the specifications).

3. Signage is required at the same specifications as detailed in Section 14, paragraph 2.A with the additional requirement of reflectorization.

4. The maximum permissible dimensions for the oversize vehicle(s) and load are as follows:

A. a length of no more than 75 feet;

B. a width of no more than 12 feet; and

C. height that is legal.

5. One pilot vehicle is required for emergency off-hour moves. (See Section 16 - Pilot Vehicles)

A. Utility bucket trucks up to 50 feet in length are exempt from pilot vehicles as long as the bucket is reflectorized or lighted.

6. A police escort may be required for non-daylight moves at the discretion of the Maine State Police Troop Commander.

(See Section 10 for specific instructions on how to obtain permits)

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