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

In general, any vehicle over 12 feet in width, 14.5 feet in height, and within the Class 3 weight class should obtain an oversize load permit from the Menominee Public Works Department.

Additionally, all oversized loads must travel on designated routes and avoid sensitive environmental areas, such as the Menominee River Greenway.

In Menominee, escort vehicles are required for any load exceeding 80 feet in length or 12 feet in width. Local police departments may also require escorts for oversized loads traveling on specific routes.

The Menominee Public Works Department offers escort services for a fee of $250 per hour, with a minimum two-hour requirement.

To apply for an oversize load permit in Menominee, visit the City's website and fill out the online application form. Alternatively, you can contact the Public Works Department directly at (906) 786-5711.

Applicants must provide a minimum of 14 days' notice to obtain an oversize load permit.

Oversized loads are prohibited from traveling on Menominee's Main Street between the hours of 10am and 2pm, Monday through Friday.

Additionally, all oversized loads must avoid traveling during peak snowmelt periods to prevent damage to City infrastructure.

The standard permit fee for oversize loads in Menominee is $500, plus an additional $100 per day for every day the load exceeds its authorized route.

Route complexity fees may apply, ranging from $200 to $1,000 depending on the level of escort services required.