So getting from 85 to snellville is a total pita, particularly because of the 16 miles of stoplights. These stoplights will trigger on a timer, and you are guaranteed to hit at least half of them.
On this dedicated run, in order to bang it out in one go and make it back to the dc, its literally down to minutes/seconds on my 11. These stoplights that are turning red for no cars to cross can make the difference between having to take your 10 hour and getting back to dc to get a short load, or getting back in time to get another atlanta load, which is about a $200 difference... per day. These stoplights are costing me a LOT of money... and for no other reason than they are just timed poorly, not to mention now there is construction through this area. My average speed for that 16 miles stretch is between 25-35 mph.
SO, there are a couple of other routes, but they have a gvwr restriction of no higher than 36k, and I'm a big truck pulling 53' reefer. I've been on one, and its actually 5 miles longer but keeps you on 85 much longer and has like 4 or 5 stoplights. (taking exit 104 to ronald reagan pkwy vs 115 and driving through lawrenceville where all the stoplights are)
How much trouble will I get in if I start running this route a lot? Do local cops really care? Its late at night and the two restricted roads go through a residential area, but otherwise I can't see any other real reason why they are restricted. (The cloverleaf getting off of ronald reagan pkwy is super tight, but I have plenty of room, so I wonder if thats the reason)
What are the odds I get busted by some local cop and have to pay a ticket?
Restricted roads in GA... will I get in trouble?
Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by JerseyBarrierRacer, Apr 8, 2021.
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If you are loaded, it will not be enjoyable when you get popped.
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Really expensive around here. $500 plus $1 per pound, so could be $50,000 fine. Haven’t seen one that big. But have seen one for $22,700
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All it takes is one young rookie wanting to make a name for himself.
Pop goes the weasel. There are reasons for weight limits in certain roads. Underground plumbing, so on so forth.Flat Earth Trucker and NavigatorWife Thank this. -
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It’s not worth it working your 11 that close. Especially in a governed truck(if applicable).
Nothing good will come of it long term. It will bite you one way or another eventually.
Chances are you’re pushing the posted speed limit as is. Yes I’m sure you are. It’s only a matter of time.NavigatorWife, kylefitzy and JOHNQPUBLIC Thank this. -
Get your empty weight, you may be legal for the return empty leg.WildTiger1990, NavigatorWife, Moosetek13 and 1 other person Thank this.
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