How many weigh stations are in North Carolina?
Total Weigh Stations & Truck Scales: 21 North Carolina is one of the few-remaining smoker-friendly states.
What trucks have to stop at weigh stations in NC?
“The following vehicles must stop at weight/inspection stations: (1) agricultural vehicles; (2) passenger or specialty vehicles, whether single or in combination (towing a trailer) with GVWR of 10,000 lbs. or more; (3) commercial trucks with GVWR of 10,000 lbs. or more.”
Is there an app to avoid weigh stations?
The PrePass weigh station bypass app provides expanded coverage to enforcement locations without a transponder reader and mobile sites. The PrePass app is currently available to download on open Android and Apple iOS phones and tablets.
How do you know if weigh stations are open?
Use a weigh station app to find out if the station is open. When the weigh stations show up on the app’s road map, they will either be shown in green saying “open,” or they’ll be red saying “closed.”
What’s the purpose of a weigh station?
Weigh stations are used to check a truck’s weight to ensure it is not overweight and is compliant with state laws and safety guidelines. The weight of a truck is usually calculated in two measurements: Axle Weight – The amount of weight carried by each tandem axle on a truck.
Who has to stop at weigh stations in Tennessee?
Weigh station rules: What states require moving trucks to stop at weigh stations?
| State | Rules |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | Depends [If the vehicle’s weight appears unlawful, the Department can require drivers to stop at the nearest weigh station.] |
| South Dakota | Yes [If the GVWR exceeds 8,000 pounds, drivers must stop.] |
| Tennessee | No |
| Texas | No |
How do you bypass scale?
For more information, call 1-888-988-1590 or visit the Drivewyze website. Bypass: If all requirements for weight, size, safety, etc. are met, the driver may receive a bypass, and will see a ‘bypass’ screen which lets the driver know they can bypass the weigh station. If all requirements for weight, size, safety, etc.