hazmat routing question

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by randomname, Aug 9, 2014.

  1. randomname

    randomname Light Load Member

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    Hello,
    I see folks instructing drivers to look in their atlases for this info but I don't see it. There is some generic hazmat info but I don't see any specific route restrictions. Am I missing it?
    Thanks!
     
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  3. pattyj

    pattyj Road Train Member

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    I don't think there is certain hazmat routing.But its best to plan a second route for the cities that don't allow hazmat.Like Indianapolis,you'll have to take the bypass.Parts of Texas also doesn't allow hazmat.Your company probably has hazmat briefing that you must call once you have the bills in hand and they'll give you the route to take or don't take.
     
  4. pattyj

    pattyj Road Train Member

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    Also watch those tunnels,thats a major fine if hauling hazmat.
     
  5. randomname

    randomname Light Load Member

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    Yep, i drove through Indy just today, though not with hm.
     
  6. pattyj

    pattyj Road Train Member

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    I've hauled hazmat and its very important to plan your routes and wouldn't hurt to plan a second route.Fines can be very steep were talken up to 10k.When not sure about a route ask your company.
     
  7. Pahrump

    Pahrump Medium Load Member

    You need to go on the web,,found it once there is a national hazmat webb site that has hazmat routes,, search the net you will find it
     
  8. Shaggy

    Shaggy Road Train Member

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  9. CargoWahgo

    CargoWahgo Road Train Member

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    Remember to stop at the railroad tracks.

    And not to do it when you get unloaded...

    ;)
     
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  10. Hammer166

    Hammer166 Crusty Information Officer

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    You mean after you're washed out, don't you?
     
  11. Shaggy

    Shaggy Road Train Member

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    Go around school bus @ RR crossing, Have priority with haz mat !



    ( I am joking )
     
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