Christmas 2024 and New Year's 2025 OS/OW State DOT Travel Restrictions Guide
- Allegra Al Smadi
- Dec 23, 2024
- 8 min read
Updated: May 20, 2025
Holiday Permit Office Closures and Restrictions by State
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from sunset on December 24 until sunrise on December 26, and from sunset on December 31 until sunrise on January 2.
Closed: December 24, 25, & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from sunset on December 24 until sunrise on December 26, and from sunset on December 31 until sunrise on January 2.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: Oversize loads exceeding specific dimensions (10-ft wide, 14-ft 6-in high, etc.) cannot travel from noon on December 24 until 30 minutes before sunrise on December 26 or from noon on December 31 until 30 minutes before sunrise on January 2.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: Travel restrictions depend on pilot car requirements. If a pilot car is required, no travel is allowed on the afternoons and evenings of December 24–25 and December 31–January 1.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No specific travel restrictions.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from noon on December 24 until daylight on December 26, or on January 1.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from noon on December 24 until 9 AM on December 26, and from noon on December 31 until 9 AM on January 2.
Closed: December 23–25, December 31, & January 1.
Restrictions: Oversize loads exceeding 14-ft 6-in height, 80-ft length, or 10-ft width cannot travel on December 25 or January 1.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel on December 25 or January 1.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from sunset on December 24 until sunrise on December 26, and from sunset on December 31 until sunrise on January 2.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from noon on December 24 until sunrise on December 26, and from noon on December 31 until sunrise on January 2.
Closed: December 24, 25, & January 1.
Restrictions: Similar to Illinois, but overweight commodity permits may allow continuous travel.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No specific travel restrictions.
Closed: December 24, 25, 31, & January 1.
Restrictions: No specific travel restrictions.
Closed: December 24, 25, 31, & January 1.
Restrictions: No specific travel restrictions.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel allowed on December 25 or January 1.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from noon on December 24 until 9 AM on December 26, or from noon on December 31 until 9 AM on January 2.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel is allowed from noon on December 24 until noon on December 26, and from noon on December 31 until noon on January 2.
Closed: December 24, 25, 31, & January 1.
Restrictions: Similar to Illinois, but additional rules for mobile homes.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from 2 PM on December 24 until 2 AM on December 26, or from 2 PM on December 31 until 2 AM on January 2, if exceeding specific dimensions.
Closed: December 24, 25, & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from noon on December 23 until sunrise on December 26, or from noon on December 31 until sunrise on January 2.
Closed: December 24, 25, & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from noon on December 24 until 30 minutes before sunrise on December 26, or from noon on December 31 until 30 minutes before sunrise on January 2.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel allowed on December 25 or January 1 for loads exceeding:
Daytime travel: 12-ft 6-in width.
Night travel: 10-ft width.
150-ft length or 17-ft height.
Closed: December 24–26 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from noon on December 24 until noon on December 26 for oversize loads, including overwidth, overheight, overlength combinations, or loads exceeding 112,000 lbs.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: For loads exceeding 16-ft width, no travel from noon on December 24 until 30 minutes before sunrise on December 26, and from noon on December 31 until 30 minutes before sunrise on January 2.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from noon on December 24 until sunrise on December 26, and from noon on December 31 until sunrise on January 2.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel allowed on December 25 or January 1.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel allowed on December 25 or January 1.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel allowed from 30 minutes after sunset on December 24 until 30 minutes before sunrise on December 26. Overweight-only loads with continuous travel permits may travel on December 24 until 11:59 PM MST. No travel allowed on January 1.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from 6 AM to 9 PM on December 25 or January 1.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from noon on December 24 until 30 minutes before sunrise on December 26, and no travel on January 1.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from 3 PM on December 24 until 10 AM on December 26, and from 3 PM on December 31 until 10 AM on January 2. Applications for moves starting at 10 AM on December 26 or January 2 must be submitted ahead of time.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from noon on December 24 until sunrise on December 26, and from noon on December 31 until sunrise on January 2.
Closed: December 24, 25, & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel allowed on December 25 or January 1.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from noon on December 24 until 30 minutes before sunrise on December 26, and from noon on December 31 until 30 minutes before sunrise on January 2.
Closed: December 24 at noon, December 25, & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from noon on December 24 until sunrise on December 26, and from noon on December 31 until sunrise on January 2.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from 3 PM on December 24 until 12:01 AM on December 26, and from 3 PM on December 31 until 12:01 AM on January 2.
Closed: December 24–26 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel allowed on December 25 or January 1.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No specific travel restrictions.
Closed: December 24, 25, 31, & January 1.
Restrictions: Travel restrictions depend on pilot car requirements. For mobile homes, no travel is allowed on December 25 or January 1.
Closed: December 24–26 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel allowed on December 25 or January 1 for loads exceeding:
14-ft width, 16-ft height, 110-ft length, or all manufactured housing.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from 2 PM on December 24 until sunrise on December 26, and from 2 PM on December 31 until sunrise on January 2, for oversize loads exceeding specific dimensions.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from noon on December 24 until noon on December 26, and from noon on December 31 until noon on January 2.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel from noon on December 24 until sunrise on December 26, and from noon on December 31 until sunrise on January 2.
Closed: December 24, 25, & January 1.
Restrictions: No travel allowed on December 25 or January 1.
Closed: December 24, 25, 31, & January 1.
Restrictions: Travel restrictions vary by county and load size. Generally, no travel is allowed during holidays for oversize loads exceeding specific dimensions.
Closed: December 25 & January 1.
Restrictions: Travel restrictions depend on pilot car requirements. No travel is allowed for pilot car-required loads during holidays.
Holiday Closures and Their Impact on Oversize Load Permits
As we approach the holiday season, it’s essential for transportation and logistics companies to plan ahead for holiday closures, especially when it comes to oversize and heavy-haul load permits. At My PEVO, we understand how crucial it is to stay informed about permit office closures and restrictions to ensure smooth operations for your business.
Why Do Holiday Closures Matter?
For companies moving oversize or overweight loads, permits are the lifeblood of operations. These permits are issued by state and local permitting offices, which often operate on limited schedules around major holidays. When these offices close, the ability to secure or amend permits comes to a halt, potentially delaying your shipments.
Moreover, many states enforce travel restrictions during holidays to reduce congestion and ensure safety on the roads. This can further impact your delivery timelines, making it even more important to plan ahead.
What to Expect During the Holidays
Permit Office Closures: Most state permit offices will be closed on federally recognized holidays, such as Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, and Thanksgiving. Some offices may also close early the day before a holiday.
Travel Restrictions: Many states impose restrictions on oversize and overweight loads during holiday travel windows. This is especially common during peak traffic times, such as the day before Thanksgiving or the weekend after Christmas.
Processing Delays: Even after the holidays, permit offices may face backlogs due to the high volume of requests submitted before and after the closures.
How to Prepare
Plan Ahead for Permits: Submit your permit applications well in advance of any known closures. Keep an eye on state-specific updates regarding holiday schedules.
Communicate with Your Dispatcher: Make sure your team is aware of any upcoming restrictions or closures that may impact your route.
Review Alternate Routes: If holiday restrictions limit travel on certain highways or routes, having an alternative plan can save time and frustration.
Keep Clients Informed: Transparency with your customers is key. Provide them with realistic timelines that factor in potential delays due to holiday closures.
How My PEVO Can Help
At My PEVO, we specialize in making the logistics of oversize load transportation as seamless as possible. Our team is always up-to-date with the latest permitting requirements and holiday schedules to help you avoid unnecessary delays. Whether you need assistance with pre-planning, oversized escorts/pilot cars, navigating restrictions, or communicating with clients, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Stay Ahead This Holiday Season
As the holidays approach, don’t let closures or restrictions derail your plans. By staying informed and working with a trusted partner like My PEVO, you can ensure your loads get where they need to go on time and without hassle.
Have questions about navigating holiday closures or ordering pilot cars? Contact us today, and let’s keep your operations running smoothly!
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