How many weigh stations are in NC?
Total Weigh Stations & Truck Scales: 21 North Carolina is one of the few-remaining smoker-friendly states.
Who has to stop at weigh stations in NC?
Weigh station rules: What states require moving trucks to stop at weigh stations?
| State | Rules |
|---|---|
| New Mexico | Yes [All drivers must stop if the truck’s GVWR exceeds 26,001 pounds.] |
| New York | No |
| North Carolina | No |
| North Dakota | Yes [If the GVWR exceeds 10,000 pounds, drivers must stop.] |
Is there a weigh station app?
The Drivewyze app automatically detects the location of weigh stations and alerts the driver when the vehicle is 2 miles from an inspection site. Next, the app sends a bypass request, and notifies the driver to either BYPASS or PULL-IN when the vehicle is one mile away.
What is the best weigh station app?
PrePass Provides the Most Choices PrePass offers weigh station bypass service using the app, transponder or both used together. There is also no additional cost to either the app or transponder.
Is there an app to see if weigh stations are open?
With the Trucker Path app you can verify if a weigh station is OPEN or CLOSED.
How do you get around a weigh station?
Weigh stations are designed to check the weight of your vehicle using large scales, making sure vehicles such as large commercial trucks aren’t overweight. If you’re trying to avoid the weigh stations, you can either take an alternate route or wait until the weigh station closes.
How would you determine the weight of a car without a scale?
Measure the tire pressure in the tire, in pounds per square inch. Call it P. Now multiply the 3 values, LxWxP.
How much is a overweight ticket in NC?
North Carolina Oversize and Overweight Fines and Penalties
| WEIGHT | FINE |
|---|---|
| 0 – 1,000 lbs | $.04 per pound |
| 1,001 – 2,000 lbs | $.06 per pound |
| Over 2,000 lbs | $.10 per pound |
What happens if I accidentally passed a weigh station?
For example, if a trucker skips a required weigh station, they could be pulled over by a law enforcement officer, who may direct the trucker to drive back to the weigh station.
What app can i use to avoid weigh stations?
The PrePass weigh station bypass app provides expanded coverage to enforcement locations without a transponder reader and mobile sites. It also provides expanded functionality including PrePass ALERTS. The application is available on Apple iOS, Android, and select telematics and ELD devices.
Why do some trucks stop at weigh stations and some don t?
If a truck is too heavy, a citation and a fine can be issued. If the weight makes the truck unsafe to operate, then it could be forced to stay at the station until the situation is rectified in some way.