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Iowa Escort Requirements
Iowa Department of Transportation
Office of Vehicle & Motor Carrier Services
P.O. Box 10382
Des Moines, Iowa 50306
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Phone #: 515-237-3264​
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Email: oversizepermits@iowadot.us
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Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
DIMENSION
REQUIREMENT
Length Over 120'
Width over 14'6" up to 16'6"
Width Over 14' 6"
Height Over 14'6"
Width Over 16' 6"
For superloads (e.g., those exceeding 18 feet wide, 16 feet high, or 120 feet long), additional escorts or even police escorts may be mandated at the discretion of the permit office​
**Please note that the regulations posted on this website are for informational purposes only and are not guaranteed to be current, as regulations are subject to frequent changes. Additionally, requirements may vary at the discretion of state DOT permit representatives. We recommend verifying all regulations with the appropriate state authorities to ensure compliance with the latest standards.
"PLAN YOUR WORK AND WORK YOUR PLAN"
Planning your load is key to a successful, profitable delivery. The My PEVO team is equipped with up-to-date regulations so that planning can be quick and easy.
We have a nationwide network of high pole escorts, lead chase/escorts and steer escorts. You can rest easy while we organize state-to-state operations.
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