WSDOT developed a new online Bridge Vertical Clearance Trip Planner to help truckers research bridge heights and potential conflicts before you hit the road.

Using GIS mapping, the trip planner shows drivers which bridges on their proposed route should be avoided or approached with caution because heights may vary by lane.

Though the ultimate responsibility for checking clearance levels remains with the driver, the tool makes it easier to fulfill that obligation when applying for trip permits.

You can learn more about the new tool right here.