Memorial Day 2025 Travel Restrictions Guide
- Allegra Al Smadi
- May 20
- 7 min read
Oversize Load Travel and Permit Restrictions on Memorial Day- Monday, May 26th, 2025
Holiday Permit Office Closures and Restrictions by State
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from sunset on Saturday, 05/24 until sunrise on
Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from sunset on Friday, 05/23 until sunrise on Saturday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement on Friday, 05/23 from 12pm until 30 mins before sunrise on Saturday, 05/27 for loads over 10' wide, 14' 6" high, 120' long, 250,000lbs, or 10' front or rear overhang.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: Travel restrictions depend on pilot car requirements. If a pilot car is required, no movement is allowed on Friday, 05/23 from 4pm until midnight and noon to midnight Saturday, 05/24 through Monday, 05/26.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from noon to 9 p.m. Friday, 05/23 and from 6am to 9om on Monday, 05/26. Weekend movement is permitted.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from noon on Friday, 05/23 to sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from noon on Sunday, 05/25 to 9am Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement on Monday, 05/26 for dimensions over 80' long, 10' wide and/or 14'6 tall.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement on Monday, 05/26.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: Red Routes: No movement from 2pm on Friday, 05/23 to sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Black Routes & Interstates: No movement for dimensions over 120' long, 12' wide and/or 15' tall from 4pm on Sunday, 05/25 to sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from noon on Sunday, 05/25 to sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Illinois Toll Roads: No OSOW travel permitted on Monday, 05/26.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: Overweight only permits are exempt from travel restrictions. No movement from noon on Friday, 05/23 to 30 minutes before sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from noon on Friday, 05/23 to 30 minutes before sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: Movement is permitted.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: Movement is permitted.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: Movement is permitted.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement starting Saturday, 05/24 through Monday, 05/26.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from noon Friday, 05/23 to 9am on Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from noon on Sunday, 05/25 to noon on Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from noon on Friday, 05/23 to sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from 2pm Sunday, 05/25 to 2am Tuesday, 05/27 for dimensions over 110' long or 12'6" wide.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from noon on Saturday, 05/24 to 30 minutes before sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from noon on Sunday, 05/25 to 30 minutes before sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from Saturday, 05/24 until sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: Overweight only permits are exempt from travel restrictions. No movement from noon on Friday, 05/23 to sunrise Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from noon to midnight on Friday, 05/23 and Monday, 05/26. No nighttime travel on Saturday, 05/24 or Sunday, 05/25.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement on Monday, 05/26.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement Friday, 05/23 or Monday, 05/26.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from 30 minutes after sunset on Sunday, 05/25 through 30 minutes before sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27. For overweight only, no movement on Monday, 05/26.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from noon on Friday, 05/23 to 30 minutes before sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
New York State Thruway: No movement from noon on Sunday, 05/25 to 30 minutes before sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement after 05:30am on Saturday, 05/24 until 05/27.
Permit applications for moves starting at 10am on Tuesday, 05/27 must be submitted by Thursday, 05/22 at 11:59pm.
Weekend permit applications for 05/24 from 12:01am to 05:30am are due by Wednesday, 05/21 at 11:59pm.
All permit applications for Tuesday, 05/27 will be due by Thursday 05/22 at 11:59pm.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: Movement is permitted.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from noon on Saturday, 05/24 to 30 minutes before sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27 for dimensions over 16' wide.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from noon on Friday, 05/23 to sunrise Tuesday, 05/27.
Ohio Turnpike: No movement from sunrise on Friday, 05/23 to sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement on Monday, 05/26.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement on:
-Division 82 and 75 (Non-Divisible Loads and Mobile / Modular): Noon Friday, 05/23 until 30 minutes before sunrise Tuesday, 05/27
-Division 74 Triples: 4pm Friday, 05/23 until sunrise Tuesday, 05/27
-Division 78 Long Logs/Poles/and Pilings: 2pm Friday, 05/23 until sunrise Tuesday, 05/27
-Division 76 Tow Trucks/Towed Units: 2pm Friday, 05/23 until 30 minutes before sunrise Tuesday, 05/27
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from noon on Friday, 05/23 to sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Pennsylvania Turnpike: No movement from 3pm on Thursday, 05/22 to 11pm on Monday, 05/26.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from noon on Friday, 05/23 to sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement Monday, 05/26.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: Movement is permitted.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No escorted movement from noon on Friday, 05/23 to sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement for dimensions over 110' long, 14' wide, 16' tall and/or 254,000lbs on Monday, 05/26.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from 2pm on Friday, 05/23 to sunrise on Saturday, 05/24 and from 12:01am Monday, 05/26 to sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27 for dimensions over 105' long, 10' wide, or 14'6 tall.
Travel is allowed from sunrise on Saturday, 05/24 to midnight on Sunday, 05/25.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from Saturday, 05/24 through Monday, 05/26 for dimensions over 100' long, 12' wide, and/or 108,000lbs.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from noon on Friday, 05/23 to sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from noon on Sunday, 05/25 to sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No movement from sunset on Friday, 05/23 to sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: Statewide: No movement from noon Friday, 05/23 to sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27 for dimensions over 150' long, 12' wide and/or 13'6 tall.
Columbia, Dane, Milwaukee, Rock, and Waukesha Counties: No movement from 4-8pm Friday, 05/23, Saturday, 05/24, Sunday, 05/25, and Monday, 05/26.
Closed: May 26th
Restrictions: No escorted movement from 30 minutes after sunset on Friday, 05/23 to 30 minutes before sunrise on Tuesday, 05/27.
Holiday Closures and Their Impact on Oversize Load Permits
As we approach Memorial Day 2025, 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 Memorial Day. 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 Memorial Day.
Processing Delays: Even after the holiday, 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 Summer
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!
About My PEVO:
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