All oversize loads entering the City of Humboldt must conform to the requirements set by the Tennessee Department of Transportation.

In general, any vehicle over 8 feet 6 inches in width, 14 feet in height, and within the Class 3 weight classification should obtain an oversize load permit from the Humboldt Public Works Department.

Additionally, all loads must be accompanied by a police escort when traveling through the city's downtown area, as specified in the City of Humboldt's Oversize Load Ordinance.

In Humboldt, a police escort is required for all loads exceeding 12 feet in width or 14 feet in height. Additionally, an escort vehicle is necessary when traveling through the city's downtown area, regardless of load size.

The Humboldt Police Department requires a minimum of 24 hours' notice to schedule an escort vehicle and will charge a fee of $50 per hour for its services.

To apply for an oversize load permit in Humboldt, please visit the Humboldt Public Works Department's website or contact them by phone at (931) 407-2222.

A completed permit application form, along with a copy of the load's dimensions and weight classification, must be submitted to the department. A $25 fee is required for permit application submission.

During peak construction season, the City of Humboldt imposes restrictions on oversized loads traveling through the city's downtown area between the hours of 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Additionally, all oversized loads are prohibited from traveling through the city's residential neighborhoods during the winter months (December to February) due to snowplowing operations.

The standard permit fee for Humboldt is $150, with an additional $50 charge for each day the load exceeds the authorized travel period.

Route complexity fees will be assessed at a rate of $1 per linear foot for routes exceeding 10 miles in length.