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Where and how do I obtain permits?
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Permit may be obtained by calling the Kansas Trucking Connection at 785-271-3145 (option 2) - Monday - Friday-7:30am - 5:00pm.
Completed applications may be faxed to: 785-271-3124, or if you prefer, completed applications may be mailed to:
KANSAS TRUCKING CONNECTION
1500 Arrowhead Road
Topeka, Kansas 66604-4027
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How do I pay for permits?
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Escrow accounts may be paid for in the following ways:
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Escrow Accounts Escrow deduction (recommended)
To open an escrow account contact the Kansas Trucking Connection to obtain an
escrow account application.
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Credit Cards - processed through VitalChek. An administrative charge will be added to the cost of the permit by VitalChek
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Visa
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Master Card
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Discover
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American Express
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Fax-In Worksheets - The mover may fax a completed Fax-In Worksheet" into the Kansas Trucking Connection at 785-271-3124.
If this method is used, payment shall only be by credit card or by escrow deduction. This option allows the customer to easily provide the necessary power unit and permit information, indicate which escrow account or credit card they desire to use and return the document to the Kansas Trucking Connection. The request will be processed as soon as reasonably possible.
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Walk-Ins
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Does the State of Kansas have jurisdiction over the KTA when it comes to issuing OSOW permits?
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No
The KTA is a private authority and therefore establishes it own standards of operation. Call 316-682-4537 or view the
KTA Internet site
to learn more about transporting loads on the KTA.
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May permitted loads be convoyed?
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Permitted vehicle and loads traveling in convoy shall not have more than 1,000 feet between each transporting vehicle. A maximum of two permitted loads may travel in a convoy.
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How long are permits valid?
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Since the Kansas Trucking Connection offers many different types of permits, the validity of permits varies from 7 days in the case of the standard permit to one year for an annual permit. Check the "forms" page on this site for a listing of all the available permits.
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Are loads permitted to move on weekends and holidays in Kansas?
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Kansas allows permitted loads to move 365 days per calendar year, provided a permit has been obtained prior to moving the load.
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Are permits required for overhanging loads?
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The Kansas Trucking Connection does not issue permits for overhanging equipment. Movers should make every effort to maintain legal overhang on their transporting vehicles ( 3 feet to the front and 4 feet to the rear). In those instances when this is not possible, the end of the overhanging object shall be flagged and a lamp shall be placed at the end of the load to enhance the visibility of the overhanging object.
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According to K.S.A. 8-1911(b) I am not required to obtain a permit. Does this allow me to exceed legal standards with regard to being oveweight?
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No
K.S.A. 8-1911 refers to a permit not being required if the mover is operating or transporting specified equipment to be used in specific circumstances.
When a permit is not required means the mover does not have to possess a document allowing him/her to move the load on state highways. The vehicle and load must maintain legal axle weights and shall comply with the >Federal Bridge formula and any other regulation or statute governing the type of load being operated or transported within Kansas.
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When do I need a permit?
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Permits are required to haul all non-divisible loads that are greater than legal dimensions and weight.
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No overall length - Truck-tractor-trailer, Truck-tractor-semitrailer combinations
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65 feet - Other combinations (Truck Combinations, etc.) ( Permits are not available)
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45 feet - Single Motor vehicle ( Permits are not available)
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85 feet (poles pipes or structural objects - daylight travel only)
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8 feet 6 inches
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RV's - Comply with K.S.A .8-1902/K.S.A .8-126.(Permits are not available)
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14 feet
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Single Axles
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20,000 pounds
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Tandem Axles
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34,000 pounds
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Tridem Axles
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Bridge Formula
compliant
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Quads or more
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Bridge Formula
compliant
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Interstate
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80,000 pounds
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US/K Routes
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85,500 pounds
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Axle groups greater than tandems shall comply with the Federal Bridge Table.
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A permit may be issued to transport heavier loads provided the load is non-divisible. When the GVW of the load exceeds 150,000 pounds a bridge study is required.
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How long are permits valid?
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Standard
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7 Days
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$5.00
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Large Structure
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30 Days
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$5.00
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Annual Permit
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1 Year
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$125.00
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Oilfield Certification
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1 Year
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$125.00
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Annual Emergency
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1 Year
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$125.00
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Hay Bales
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Interstate/Non-Interstate
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$125.00
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Hay Bales
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Non Interstate Only
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$25.00
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KTA Access
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6 Months
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$5.00
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KTA Access
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1 Year
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$10.00
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Superload
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7 Days
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$5.00
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Superload Bridge Study
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30 Days
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No fee at this time
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SVC
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1 Year - Company
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$2,000.00
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SVC
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1 Year - Power Unit
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$50.00
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Do I need to have a permit before I enter the state?
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It is recommended every mover transporting an oversize or overweight load obtain an annual or standard OSOW permit before entering Kansas.
Contact the Kansas Trucking Connection at 785-271-3145 to obtain further information about the many different types of permit and the associated fee(s).
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What are the maximum permissible weights for standard overweight permits?
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Single Axle
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22,000 pounds
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Tandem Axle
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45,000 pounds
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Tridem Axle
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60.000 pounds
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Quad Axle
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65,000 pounds
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Interstate
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80,000 pounds
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US and K highways
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85,000 pounds
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Are blanket (self-issued) permits allowed in Kansas?
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NO
However, an annual permit may be purchased which allows customers to determine their own routes without the hassle of getting a permit once every 7 days.
Maximum limitations of the annual permit are:
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Gross Weight - 120,000 pounds (shown on the permit)
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Length - 126 feet (shown on the permit)
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Width - 16 feet 6 inches (shown on the permit)
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Height - 15 feet (shown on the permit)
The mover may not exceed these maximum limitations at any time. Special roadway width maps and posted bridge maps are provided with the annual permits. It is highly recommended this map be reviewed prior to transporting any OSOW load. Special attention shall be placed on avoiding posted bridges and restricted construction zones and moving only during good weather conditions.
Visit
KANROAD
to view construction activity. Visit the
National Weather Service
web site to determine the weather forecast in your area of the country..
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Do vehicles owned by cities, counties or other political subdivisions of the state need permits?
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Political subdivisions of the state are required to obtain permits. However, there is no charge for the permit(s).
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"...to provide a statewide transportation system to meet the needs of Kansas."
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