All oversize loads entering the City of Trafalgar, located in Johnson County, must conform to the requirements set by the Indiana Department of Transportation.

In general, any vehicle over 12 feet in width, 14 feet in height, and within the heavy haul weight class (over 80,000 lbs) should obtain an oversize load permit from the Trafalgar Public Works Department.

Trafalgar requires additional documentation for loads exceeding 16 feet in width or 18 feet in height, including detailed route plans and load diagrams.

Escort vehicles are required in Trafalgar for loads exceeding 18 feet in width or 20 feet in height. Escort vehicles must be equipped with appropriate warning lights and flags.

Local police escorts are required for loads over 25 feet in width or those traveling through school zones during peak hours. Scheduling can be done through the Johnson County Sheriff's Department by calling (317) 346-4490.

Applications for oversize load permits in Trafalgar can be submitted online through the Indiana Department of Transportation's permit portal or by contacting the Trafalgar Public Works Department directly at (317) 851-4444.

Documentation requirements include proof of insurance, detailed load information, and route plans. Additional documentation may be required for loads exceeding certain dimensions.

Trafalgar has time-of-day restrictions for oversize loads: no travel is allowed during peak hours (7-9 am and 4-6 pm) on weekdays.

Seasonal restrictions apply during heavy snowfall or flooding events, as declared by the Trafalgar Public Works Department.

Certain neighborhoods, such as those around Trafalgar Elementary School, have restricted routes for oversize loads.

The standard permit fee for oversize loads in Trafalgar is $150, with additional charges based on route complexity and load dimensions.

Fees vary by load size: $200 for loads over 16 feet wide, $300 for loads over 20 feet wide, and $500 for loads requiring police escorts.