92 Ill. Adm. Code 554.610
Movement of Exceptionally Large Equipment
Section 554
Section 554.610 Movement of
Exceptionally Large Equipment
These movements
characteristically involve a great deal of advance planning and analysis. The
objects being moved may weigh several hundred thousand pounds or more and can
be moved under their own power or may be loaded on special transporting
equipment. Typical loads include power shovels or draglines used in strip
mining operations, reactor vessels or generators used in power plants, or other
extremely heavy industrial equipment components. These movements are generally
for very short distances on or across a highway. In addition to the general
provisions applicable to normal overdimension and overweight movements, one or
more of the following conditions may apply.
a) Due to the lengthy pavement and bridge analyses required for
exceptionally heavy loads, a special agreement regarding payment of inspection
and investigation fees in accordance with Section 554.910(b) may be necessary.
b) The effect of the movement on overhead and underground
utilities must be determined by the utility companies. Any adjustments
required, such as raising lines or rerouting underground facilities are to be
made in advance of the movement.
c) Movement may be restricted to when the shoulders are dry and
firm, frozen, or have bearing capacity to support the object being moved or the
weight of other passing traffic.
d) Movement may be restricted to periods when the probability of
precipitation is no more than 30 percent as predicted by the National Weather
Service.
e) An earthen or crushed stone pad of a depth specified by the
Permit Office may be required to protect the pavement.
f) Additional insurance or security may be required in accordance
with Sections 554.108 or 554.905.
g) A special agreement between the permittee and the Department
may be required to ensure all conditions are defined regarding the security and
repair requirements as specified in Section 554.910b.