Abnormal Loads

Description

 

An abnormal load is a vehicle of indivisible load which exceed,a gross weight of 40 Tonnes (on 5 axles), (or 44 Tonnes on 6 axles)

OR with an axle load greater than 11.5 Tonnes,

OR more that 3m (9' 10") wide,

OR more than 18.75m (61' 6") long.

When a haulier wishes to move an abnormal load they must inform the highway authority and bridge owners, together with the Police.

The Highways and Engineering Department (Highway Structures Section) deal with the abnormal load movements, within Barnsley MBC. The Highway Agency (for motorways and trunk roads) and Network Rail should also be informed if appropriate, together with South Yorkshire Police.

A Special Type General Order (STGO) is required from the Highways Agency for loads which exceed the following:

150 Tonnes Gross Vehicle Weight

OR Width exceeding 6.1m (20ft)

OR Length exceeding 30.0m (98' 4").

 

Eligibility

 

Any haulier who wishes to move an abnormal load within the area of Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council.

If the movement is wholly on the following routes then it is only necessary to notify the Highway Agency:

M1

A616(T) Flouch roundabout (A628) to M1 (Junction 35A)

A61(T) (from Junction 36 M1 to A616(T))

A628(T) Flouch roundabout (A616) to Derbyshire boundary.

 

Procedure

 

The haulier must provide the following:-

Total gross vehicle weight

Length of vehicle

Width of vehicle

Height of vehicle

Number of axles

Weight of each axle

Spacing of each axle

Proposed route

Date of movement

A standard form is shown in the legislation SI 2003, No. 1998

Fax information to 01226 772125

The haulier must also indemnify the highway authorities (and bridge owners) along the route.

The standard indemnity is given on page 55 of the Statutory Instrument 2003 No. 1998.

It is preferable to provide a blanket annual indemnity for all movements within the year. A hard copy is required, as facsimiles are not acceptable.

 

Helplines

 

Barnsley MBC Abnormal Load Officer, telephone: 01226 772123 (Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 1pm)

South Yorkshire Police Abnormal Load Officer, telephone: 01142 202858

Network Rail Abnormal Load Officer, telephone: 01904 650290

Highways Agency Consultant WSP, telephone: 0113 3878330

 

Charges/Fees

 

There is no charge for processing the notifications.However if charges will be made for other services.a) If calculations are required to determine if the bridge (or other structure) is suitable to carry the abnormal load.b) If any street furniture is required to be removed (and replaced) in order for the movement to take place.The work will only be commenced on receipt of an order, based on an estimate, but actual costs will be charged.

 

Methods of Payments Available

 

The Council will send an invoice to your organisation.

 

Opening Times/Locations

 

Opening Times and Locations

Please note the abnormal loads officer is part time, and only works in the morning approx 9.00am to 1.00pm.

How can the customer help

 

Provide all the relevant information required.

Provide the notice two clear working days before the movement (as stated in the legislation).

Please telephone the Abnormal Loads Officer to discuss emergency movements.

It is the haulier's responsibility to check the suitability of the route in relation to junctions, restricted widths, and street furniture.

It is the driver's responsibility to adhere to the signed bridge heights, and restrictions for width, or weight limits.

 

Application form references

Not applicable

Leaflets

 

Low Bridges in Penistone

Prevention of Bridge Strikes - a Guide for Transport Managers

Prevention of Bridge Strikes - a Drivers Guide

 

Distribution Points

 

Barnsley MBC, Highways and Engineering, Civic Hall, Eldon Street, Barnsley, S70 2JL

Penistone Council Offices, Shrewsbury Road, Penistone, Barnsley

Please see website address for Network Rail's Preventing Bridge Strikes Leaflet in 'Associated Links'

 

Legislation

 

Government Statutory Instrument 2003 No. 1998

The Road Vehicles (Authorisation of Special Types) (General) Order 2003

Construction and Use (C+U) Regulations

 

Response Times/Next Steps

 

The Council will record the information on the notification, and will contact you before the movement date, only if an amendment is required.

 

Out of Hours Procedure

 

This service is not available out of hours; the route should be approved before the movement.

 

Owner Officer Contact Details

 

Highways and Engineering
P O Box 601
Barnsley
S70 9FA

Highways Structures (Bridges) Section 01226 772124

Additonal Notes

 

Advice on routes and information on weight limits and low bridges can be provided on request.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Not applicable - questions are specific to individual movements.

 

Related Links:

None