Heavy Equipment Freight from Connecticut

What are the Merritt Parkway restrictions?

The Merritt Parkway (Route 15) prohibits all commercial vehicles including pickup trucks with commercial plates. The parkway's historic stone arch bridges have very low clearances (as low as 10'6"). All commercial traffic must use I-95 or alternative routes. We never route commercial loads on the Merritt.

How do you handle Electric Boat shipments?

We have experience coordinating heavy equipment transport to and from Electric Boat's submarine construction facilities in Groton. These shipments often involve oversize loads requiring night moves, police escorts, and precise scheduling. We work with facility logistics teams to ensure smooth deliveries.

What are the low bridge challenges in Connecticut?

Connecticut has numerous low bridges, particularly on older state routes and in urban areas. We maintain detailed clearance data and perform route surveys for any load over 13'. The state DOT provides bridge clearance data that we verify before every overheight shipment.

When can oversize loads move in Connecticut?

Connecticut restricts most oversize loads to daylight hours and prohibits movement during peak traffic periods (typically 7-9 AM and 4-6 PM). Holiday weekends often have complete movement restrictions. We schedule shipments within these windows and advise on optimal timing.