Can I rely on the bridge clearance numbers?

No. Clearance data is reference information published by WSDOT and can differ from posted signage because of resurfacing, snow pack, load settling or temporary work. Posted signs and permit requirements always govern. Anyone moving an over-height load must verify clearances with WSDOT directly.

Who are the commercial vehicle restrictions for?

They are for truck and oversize load operators: weight limits, bridge restrictions and route restrictions reported by WSDOT. Most visitors in a car or van will never need them.

Why are Canadian border waits on a Tacoma site?

Some visitors drive Tacoma and Seattle as part of a longer trip that continues into British Columbia. The waits are shown as a convenience for that trip, kept out of the way of everyday Tacoma driving.

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Border waits, clearances and truck restrictions

Useful for longer trips and for commercial drivers. Most Tacoma visitors will not need this page.

Canadian border crossing wait times

Reported by WSDOT for northbound and southbound lanes.

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Vertical bridge clearances

Reference data only. Posted signage and WSDOT permits always govern.

Clearance figures are published by WSDOT for reference and can differ from posted signs. If you are moving an over-height load, verify every structure with WSDOT and follow posted signage and permit conditions.

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Commercial vehicle restrictions near Tacoma

Weight, bridge and route restrictions reported by WSDOT.

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Traffic, camera, travel time, mountain pass, road weather, toll and ferry information is supplied by the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). Tacoma Trekker is an independent Tacoma visitor guide and is not WSDOT, the Washington State Patrol or any official transportation agency. Conditions change quickly; check the official WSDOT page before you drive.

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Can I rely on the bridge clearance numbers?: No. Clearance data is reference information published by WSDOT and can differ from posted signage because of resurfacing, snow pack, load settling or temporary work. Posted signs and permit requirements always govern. Anyone moving an over-height load must verify clearances with WSDOT directly.
Who are the commercial vehicle restrictions for?: They are for truck and oversize load operators: weight limits, bridge restrictions and route restrictions reported by WSDOT. Most visitors in a car or van will never need them.
Why are Canadian border waits on a Tacoma site?: Some visitors drive Tacoma and Seattle as part of a longer trip that continues into British Columbia. The waits are shown as a convenience for that trip, kept out of the way of everyday Tacoma driving.

Border waits, clearances and truck restrictions

Canadian border crossing wait times

Vertical bridge clearances

Commercial vehicle restrictions near Tacoma

Advanced travel questions

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