Your load exceeds the limits. The bond covers the roads it crosses.
A permit bond for heavy and oversized loads
States and local authorities commonly require an oversize/overweight or excess-weight permit bond before issuing permits to move loads that exceed legal size or weight limits on public roads and bridges. The bond guarantees that you will pay for any damage your overweight or oversized load causes to the roadway and comply with the permit's terms.
What an oversize/overweight permit bond guarantees
The bond protects the road authority (state, county, or city) — guaranteeing payment for damage to roads, bridges, and infrastructure caused by your permitted oversize/overweight movement, and compliance with the permit conditions. If the surety pays a valid claim, you reimburse it in full.
How much an oversize/overweight permit bond costs
The bond amount is set by the licensing authority. The premium you pay is a small percentage of that amount — typically around 1%–3% for applicants with reasonable credit, more for weaker credit — so a modest bond often costs a few hundred dollars a year. We market it to multiple surety companies to get you the best rate.
Requirements vary by jurisdiction
Excess-weight and highway-permit bonding is set by the road authority — state DOT, county, or city — so amounts and whether a bond is required vary by jurisdiction and the nature of the load. We confirm the requirement where you'll be hauling.
Oversize/Overweight Permit Bond requirements by state
The required amount and authority differ by state — and sometimes by city or county. We are licensed in all 50 states; request a quote and we will confirm the exact requirement that applies to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an oversize/overweight permit bond cover?
It covers the road authority's cost to repair damage caused by your oversize/overweight load, and ensures compliance with the permit. You reimburse the surety for any claim paid.
Who needs an oversize/overweight permit bond?
Carriers and movers hauling loads over legal size/weight limits on public roads where the road authority requires a bond for the permit. Requirements vary by state and locality.
How much does an oversize/overweight permit bond cost?
A premium that's a small percentage of the required bond amount, based on your credit.
How do I get a oversize/overweight permit bond through Cory Washington & Co.?
Request a quote or contact our team. We confirm your exact requirement, market your bond across multiple surety companies that compete for it, and handle the filing. Cory Washington & Co. LLC is licensed in all 50 states.
All surety bond descriptions on this website are provided by Cory Washington & Co. LLC strictly for general informational purposes. They are not intended to be, and should not be relied upon as, legal, financial, or bonding advice. Surety bonds are not insurance. Bond requirements — including amounts, obligees, and bond forms — are set by government authorities and other obligees and change over time; the information presented is general in nature and does not guarantee the availability, terms, conditions, or amount of any bond. Actual bond terms are governed by the bond form issued by the surety and the requirements of the obligee, and any bond remains subject to underwriting approval. Nothing on this website creates or implies an agent-client relationship, binds a surety, or issues a bond. Cory Washington & Co. LLC expressly disclaims any liability for actions taken, or not taken, based on the content provided here. For advice regarding your particular situation, please confirm current requirements with the relevant authority and consult directly with a licensed professional at Cory Washington & Co. LLC.