All oversize loads entering Mount Etna, located in Huntington County, Indiana, must conform to the requirements set by the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT).

In general, any vehicle over 12 feet in width, 14 feet in height, and within the Class 7 weight category (over 102,000 lbs) should obtain an oversize load permit from the Huntington County Highway Department, as Mount Etna is under their jurisdiction for such matters.

Additional permits may be required from the Mount Etna Public Works Department if the load is traveling on city streets. It's essential to coordinate between both departments to ensure compliance with all regulations.

Escort vehicles are required in Mount Etna for oversize loads exceeding 16 feet in width or 18 feet in height. Escorts must be provided by certified escort vehicle operators.

For loads that exceed 20 feet in width or require travel on high-traffic routes, a police escort may be required. The Mount Etna Police Department must be contacted at least 48 hours in advance to arrange for a police escort, and a fee of $150 per hour will be charged.

To apply for an oversize load permit in Mount Etna, applicants must submit their request through the Indiana Department of Transportation's permit portal, and also notify the Huntington County Highway Department via email at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) or by phone at (260) 356-2822.

Documentation required includes detailed load specifications, proposed route, and travel times. Additional documentation may be required by the Mount Etna Public Works Department if city streets are used.

Oversize loads are restricted from traveling on local roads during peak traffic hours (7-9 am and 4-6 pm, Monday through Friday) in Mount Etna.

During periods of heavy rain or snow, oversize loads may be required to wait until conditions improve. The Indiana Department of Transportation's travel advisory website should be checked for current road conditions.

Certain neighborhoods and historic districts in Mount Etna have restricted routes; loads must avoid Main Street and any other designated restricted routes.

The base permit fee for an oversize load in Mount Etna is $75. Additional fees are charged based on the size and weight of the load: $25 for each additional foot over 12 feet in width, $50 for each additional foot over 14 feet in height, and a weight surcharge of $100 for loads over 150,000 lbs.

Route complexity fees may also apply; for example, $200 for routes requiring special traffic control measures.