Old Washington, Ohio regulations require all heavy haul operations to comply with the Ohio Department of Transportation (OHDOT) guidelines as well as local ordinances administered by the Old Washington Department of Transportation (OLDDOT).

Heavy haul permits are required for any load exceeding 13 feet in width, 14 feet 6 inches in height, or 235,175 lbs in gross vehicle weight. These dimensions are strictly enforced throughout Old Washington, particularly in high-traffic areas.

Special consideration must be given to route planning to avoid Old Washington International Airport and the vicinity of the Old Washington Harbor, which have infrastructure limitations or heavy pedestrian traffic that may impede oversized loads.

In Old Washington, Ohio, loads wider than 16 feet or taller than 15 feet 6 inches must be accompanied by certified escort vehicles. Additional escorts may be required based on the specific route and time of travel through urban centers.

Old Washington regulations state that police escorts must be arranged at least 55 hours before transport for loads that will impact major thoroughfares or require temporary traffic control measures.

The Ohio Department of Transportation manages the primary application process for oversize permits, with supplementary permits required from Old Washington Department of Transportation for transit through Old Washington limits.

Required documentation for Old Washington permits includes axle configuration diagrams, proof of insurance with appropriate coverage levels, and detailed transport plans. Engineering assessments may be required for loads exceeding standard weight thresholds on certain streets and bridges.

Old Washington has strict time-of-day restrictions for oversize loads, generally prohibiting movements during peak hours (6-9 am and 3-6 pm, Monday-Friday).

Seasonal restrictions apply during major events like the the Old Washington Film Celebration and the the Old Washington Sports Exhibition, which may impact routing and scheduling.

Certain neighborhoods, such as Old Washington Center and areas around Old Washington Civic Center, have restricted access for oversize loads. Alternative routes should be planned in advance to avoid these areas.

The base permit fee for an oversize load in Ohio is $40, with additional fees for super heavy loads (over 200,000 lbs) ranging from $150 to $350 depending on the complexity of the move.

For movements within Old Washington, Old Washington Department of Transportation may charge additional fees for city-specific permits, which can range from $75 to $500 or more for particularly complex routes or those requiring extensive coordination with city agencies.