Wisconsin truck size and weight study.
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2009-06-01
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Edition:Final report; June 15, 2008-June 30, 2009.
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Abstract:2007 AB 238 requires the Department of Transportation to conduct a comprehensive study to review the system of
motor vehicle weight limits on Wisconsin's highways and bridges. Laws regarding allowable weight limits, lengths, and
widths of commercial motor vehicles are designed to ensure safe vehicle operation on Wisconsin's roadways and to
preserve the state's investment in highway and bridge infrastructure. Federal laws govern limits on the Interstates and
other selected state highways. Truck size and weight laws affect the cost of transportation for Wisconsin's freight
shippers and carriers. At the same time, studies have documented the impacts of heavily loaded and overloaded trucks
on pavement surfaces and bridge structures. In light of changing patterns of economic growth and logistics, continued
increases in truck traffic, and numerous requests for changes to laws, it has become apparent that a comprehensive
review of Wisconsin's state TS&W laws is needed.
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