Section 276.01. General.  


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  • (1) Scope. This chapter administratively interprets ss. 348.07 and 348.08 , Stats. In particular, it identifies and designates lists of highways upon which those statutes permit the secretary to set vehicle and trailer length limits. In addition, this chapter clarifies other statutory provisions or federal rules affecting the weight, width and length of vehicles and combinations of vehicles and the number of vehicles in combination.
    (2) Policy. This policy is intended to permit Wisconsin to comply with federal law, to provide guidance to vehicle users and law enforcement authorities for safe and lawful operations, and to continue the reasonable enforcement of Wisconsin vehicle size and combination laws.