The Wisconsin State Patrol says that responsible operators are the biggest factor when it comes to safely hauling RVs, campers and trailers along Wisconsin highways.
State Patrol Superintendent Tim Carnahan said that even though State Patrol troopers and inspectors are on the roads every day to make sure travelers get to their destination safely, “Drivers have the biggest role in travel safety and should be checking load securement, trailer connections, and weight and dimension limits when planning a trip with a trailer or camper.” Drivers should also do a comprehensive safety check of the tires, axles, bearings and lights, and two safety chains of proper length and strength are also required.
The Wisconsin DOT has established length and width limits, both to ensure the safety of the traveling public, and to maintain the integrity of the roads. Those maximum restrictions include:
A width of 8.5 feet
A height of 13.5 feet
A length of 45 feet for a drivable motorhome or single vehicle
A length of 70 feet combined for a truck and trailer
A length of 46 feet for a towable camper
Motorists must also follow posted weight restrictions on local roads and bridges. Those guidelines are complex, and so we’ve provided a link here.
More details on safely hauling your camper, boat or trailer are available through the Wisconsin DOT website.
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