All oversize loads entering the City of Boscobel, located in Grant County, must conform to the requirements set by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.

In general, any vehicle over 12 feet in width, 14 feet in height, and within the Class 1 weight category (over 80,000 lbs but not exceeding 90,000 lbs for divisible loads, or over 120,000 lbs for non-divisible loads with proper permits) should obtain an oversize load permit from the Boscobel Public Works Department.

Boscobel requires additional documentation for loads exceeding 16 feet in width or 18 feet in height, including detailed route plans and verification of necessary escorts.

Escort vehicles are required in Boscobel for loads exceeding 18 feet in width or 14 feet 6 inches in height. Escorts must be certified by the Wisconsin State Patrol and equipped with proper warning lights and signage.

For loads over 20 feet in width, a police escort is mandatory. Applicants should contact the Boscobel Police Department at (608) 375-4422 at least 48 hours in advance to arrange for escort services, which are subject to a fee of $100 per hour plus any applicable overtime.

To apply for an oversize load permit in Boscobel, companies should visit the Wisconsin Department of Transportation's online permit portal or contact the Boscobel Public Works Department directly at (608) 375-4456. Applications require detailed load information, including dimensions, weight, and proposed route.

Boscobel requires a certified route survey for loads exceeding 90,000 lbs or 15 feet in width, which must be conducted by a state-approved third-party surveyor.

Oversize loads are restricted from traveling during peak hours (7-9 AM and 4-6 PM, Monday through Friday) and on designated holidays, including Memorial Day and Independence Day.

During periods of heavy rain or snow, oversize load permits may be suspended. Applicants should check with the Boscobel Public Works Department for up-to-date information on weather-related restrictions.

Certain residential streets and historic districts in Boscobel are restricted to oversize loads. Permitted routes must be strictly followed to avoid fines and penalties.

The base permit fee for oversize loads in Boscobel is $50, with additional charges based on load dimensions and weight. Loads exceeding 18 feet in width or 120,000 lbs incur an additional $100 fee.

Route complexity fees apply for loads requiring special routing or escorts. These fees are calculated on a case-by-case basis by the Boscobel Public Works Department.