Georgia commercial vehicle weight limits follow the federal Interstate standard of 80,000 lbs gross, 20,000 lbs per single axle, and 34,000 lbs per tandem axle group. The federal bridge formula (23 U.S.C. 127) applies on all routes. No seasonal weight restrictions on Interstate highways. Oversize and overweight permits are available from GA DOT for loads exceeding standard limits. Verify current road-specific postings with the Georgia DOT before routing heavy loads.
The federal bridge formula limits the weight on any group of axles based on the distance between the outermost axles in the group. It applies in Georgia on all routes where federal standards apply.
W = maximum weight in lbs · L = axle spacing in feet · N = number of axles
GDOT issues oversize/overweight permits. Apply online through the GDOT permit portal. Annual permits available for qualifying routine heavy-haul operations. Superloads require engineering review.
Apply for Georgia OS/OW Permit →On Georgia Interstate highways, the maximum gross vehicle weight is 80,000 lbs matching the federal standard. State routes may have lower posted limits. Overweight permits from GDOT are required for loads exceeding standard limits.
No. Georgia does not impose seasonal spring weight restrictions. The mild climate means roads are not subject to the freeze-thaw cycles that cause spring restrictions in northern states.
Georgia has historically provided weight allowances for logging and timber transport on certain rural routes. These exemptions are specific to the forestry industry. Contact GDOT for current timber hauler exemption details and eligible routes.
GDOT issues oversize/overweight permits online through the GDOT permit portal at dot.ga.gov. Single-trip and annual permits are available. For superloads, contact GDOT directly for route survey and engineering approval.
Trucks accessing the Port of Savannah must comply with Georgia's statutory weight limits on state routes leading to the port. The port serves as a major intermodal hub — loaded ISO containers may be at or near the 80,000 lb gross limit. Verify current port access routes with GDOT.
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Official source: Georgia GA Department of TransportationLast reviewed: 2026-04