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We Explore Why State Infrastructure Projects Delay Oversize Hauls

Erik Flitman 06 Sep , 2025
Freedom Heavy Haul moves heavy equipment with care and clarity. Our team answers fast. Clients like Bilbo Baggins and Tim Allen praise quick replies. John Armstrong and Elizabeth Martin note personal attention and steady delivery. Construction activity and road work add steps to transportation. These changes can alter a planned route within hours. Even with … Read More

Navigating Key Permitting Differences for Oversize Loads in the Midwest

Tylor Bennett 06 Sep , 2025
We open this guide with a clear purpose. We want to cut confusion and keep your freight moving on time. Across the United States, moving an oversize truck or trailer requires a permit from each state you cross. Rules shift at every border. Dimensions, daytime travel windows, and holiday limits all matter. Before you book … Read More

Heavy haul transport reroutes from I-610 Houston construction

hassan 06 Sep , 2025
Quick news update: This page gives carriers and dispatchers a short, practical briefing on current changes at the I-69/I-610 interchange. The $259 million project includes an $87.5 million Texas Clear Lanes contribution to speed up work and boost safety. Work on the i-610 west loop and the I-69 Southwest Freeway will widen one-lane direct connectors … Read More

Route Planning Tips for Oversize Loads Near I-4 in Florida

sufianNasir 06 Sep , 2025
Transporting oversize loads through Florida’s busy I-4 transportation network can be challenging. Understanding the state’s oversize load regulations is crucial for a smooth journey. Florida’s roads, particularly around I-4, require careful navigation to avoid potential pitfalls. Effective route planning is essential to ensure safe and efficient transportation. By familiarizing yourself with local regulations and leveraging … Read More

Texas SH 130 Tollway Closures: Heavy Haul Workarounds

Erik Flitman 06 Sep , 2025
The SH130 Tollway is a critical route for heavy haul transportation in Texas. However, recent closures have posed significant challenges for trucking companies and logistics providers. When the SH130 closure occurs, it disrupts the entire supply chain, causing delays and increased costs. Therefore, finding effective heavy haul workarounds is crucial to mitigate these impacts. Understanding … Read More

Dealing with Big rig congestion from I-40 New Mexico construction zones

Development Team 06 Sep , 2025
I-95 Connecticut construction projects impacting oversized freight sets the scene for why a single highway job can ripple across a region. East Lyme’s short 1.33-mile section handles about 80,000 vehicles daily and showed a higher crash rate tied to vertical geometry. That combination makes even brief slowdowns feel much larger for carriers. The current project … Read More

We Navigate: Planning Oversize Routes Around Coastal Weather Threats

Alec Duncan 05 Sep , 2025
We set the scope for each move with clear goals. We evaluate corridors, ports, bridges, and low-lying coastlines against forecasted conditions to protect cargo, crews, and communities. Our approach blends data and field experience. We gather authoritative information, align operations with state DOTs and FEMA guidance, and sequence plans to keep schedules intact. We balance … Read More

How I-70 West Virginia construction delays affect oversized loads

freedomadmin 05 Sep , 2025
Short corridor work can have big ripple effects. A 6.7–7 mile project through Wheeling rebuilt the Fulton Bridges and rehabbed 24 other spans. That scope, including UHPC link slabs and semi-integral abutments, tightens staging and narrows options for heavy moves in the area. Daily traffic ranges from about 40,000 to nearly 60,000 vehicles, so even … Read More

Expert Guidance on Top Oversize Challenges When Crossing State Lines in the West

John Edwards 05 Sep , 2025
We help fleets move heavy loads with clear rules and calm confidence. Oversized freight often exceeds 8.5 feet wide, 13.5–14 feet high, or 53 feet long, and can push gross vehicle weight past 80,000 pounds. That triggers permits, pilot cars, and special signage to keep everyone safe. We map a consistent route and sequence permits … Read More

Oversize Freight Delays on I-25 Wyoming

Development Team 05 Sep , 2025
This news brief explains how the major Middle Tennessee project will reshape a busy corridor and what that means for carriers and people who move large loads. The Tennessee Department of Transportation plans a $126 million upgrade that widens the stretch, replaces bridges, and changes a key interchange to a diverging diamond. The work will … Read More