# 61 FR 54588: Truck Size and Weight; National Network; North Carolina > Federal · Regulations · In force URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/FR_PRORULE_96-26744 ## Section - **Citation:** 61 FR 54588 - **Heading:** Truck Size and Weight; National Network; North Carolina - **Jurisdiction:** Federal - **Kind:** Regulations - **Status:** In force - **Text as of:** August 14, 2026 - **Source:** Compiled text - **Location:** Federal Register / Vol. 61 / 61 FR 54588 ## Text DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Highway Administration 23 CFR 658 [FHWA Docket No. 96-12] RIN 2125-AEO4 Truck Size and Weight; National Network; North Carolina AGENCY: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking; (NPRM); request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: The FHWA proposes to modify the National Network for commercial motor vehicles by adding a route in North Carolina. The National Network was established by a final rule on truck size and weight published on June 5, 1984. This rulemaking proposes to add one segment to the National Network as requested by the State of North Carolina. DATES: Comments on this docket must be received on or before December 20, 1996. ADDRESSES: Submit written, signed comments to FHWA Docket No. 96-12, Federal Highway Administration, Room 4232, HCC-10, Office of Chief Counsel, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. All comments received will be available for examination at the above address between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., e.t., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. Those desiring notification of receipt of comments must include a self-addressed, stamped postcard. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Thomas Klimek, Office of Motor Carrier Information Management and Analysis (202-366-2212), or Mr. Charles Medalen, Office of the Chief Counsel (202-366-1354), Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. Office hours are from 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., e.t., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background The National Network of Interstate highways and federally- designated routes, on which commercial vehicles with the dimensions authorized by the Surface Transportation Assistance Act (STAA) of 1982, 49 U.S.C. 31111, 31113-31114, may operate, was established by the final rule published in the Federal Register on June 5, 1984 (49 FR 23302). These highways are located in each State, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Routes on the National Network are listed in appendix A of Part 658. Procedures for the addition and deletion of routes are outlined in 23 CFR 658.11 and include the issuance of a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) before final rulemaking. The State of North Carolina, under authority of the Governor, requests the addition of one segment to the National Network. The segment has been reviewed by State and FHWA offices for general adherence to the criteria of 23 CFR 658.9 and found to provide for the safe operation of larger commercial vehicles and for the needs of interstate commerce. The segment requested is generally described as: US 74 between alternate US 74 near Forest City and I-26 exit 36, in Polk County, approximately 20 miles. Rulemaking Analyses and Notices Executive Order 12866 (Regulatory Planning and Review) and DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures The FHWA has determined that this action does not constitute a significant regulatory action, within the meaning of E.O. 12866, nor is it considered significant under the regulatory policies and procedures of the DOT. It is anticipated that the economic impact of this rulemaking will be minimal. This rulemaking proposes technical amendments to 23 CFR 658, adding a certain highway segment in accordance with statutory provisions. This segment represents a very small portion of the National Network and has a negligible impact on the prior system. Therefore, a full regulatory evaluation is not required. Regulatory Flexibility Act In compliance with the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601- 612), FHWA has evaluated the effects of this proposal on small entities. This rulemaking proposes technical amendments to 23 CFR 658, adding a certain highway segment in accordance with statutory provisions. This segment represents a very small portion of the National Network and has a negligible impact on the prior system. This rulemaking would, however, allow motor carriers, including small carriers, access to a highway segment not available to them at the present time. Based on its evaluation of this proposal, the FHWA certifies that this action would not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. Executive Order 12612 (Federalism Assessment) This action has been analyzed in accordance with the principles and criteria contained in Executive Order 12612, and it has been determined that the proposed rule does not have sufficient federalism implications to warrant the preparation of a Federalism Assessment. Executive Order 12372 (Intergovernmental Review) Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Program Number 20.217, Motor Carrier Safety. The Regulations implementing Executive Order 12372 regarding intergovernmental consultation on Federal Programs and activities do not apply to this program. Paperwork Reduction Act The proposal in this document does not contain information collection requirements for the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, 44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq. National Environmental Policy Act The agency has analyzed this action for the purpose of the National Environment Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) and has determined that this action would not have any effect on the quality of the environment. Regulation Identification Number A regulation identification number (RIN) is assigned to each regulatory action listed in the Unified Agenda of Federal Regulations. The Regulatory Information Service center publishes the Unified Agenda in April and October of each year. The RIN contained in the heading of this document can be used to cross reference this action with the Unified Agenda. List of Subjects in 23 CFR Part 658 Grant programs--transportation, Highway and roads, Motor carriers. Issued on: October 8, 1996. Rodney E. Slater, Federal Highway Administrator. In consideration of the foregoing, the FHWA proposes to amend title 23, Code of Federal Regulations, Chapter I, by amending appendix A to Part 658 for the State of North Carolina as set forth below: PART 658--TRUCK SIZE AND WEIGHT, ROUTE DESIGNATIONS--LENGTH, WIDTH AND WEIGHT LIMITATIONS 1. The authority citation for 23 CFR Part 658 continues to read as follows: Authority: 23 U.S.C. 127 and 315; 49 U.S.C. 3111-31115; 49 CFR 1.48 (b)(19) and (c)(19). 2. Appendix A to Part 658 is amended for the State of North Carolina by adding a new route listing entry after the listing for US 74, I-277 Charlotte, US 17 W. Int. Wilmington to read as follows: Appendix A to Part 658--National Network--Federally-Designated Routes North Carolina ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Route From To ------------------------------------------------------------------------ * * * * * US74................. I-26Exit 36............. US74 ALT: near Forest City. * * * * * ------------------------------------------------------------------------ * * * * * [FR Doc. 96-26744 Filed 10-18-96; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-22-M ## Nearby sections - [61 FR 33 St. Marys Falls Canal and Locks, Michigan; Use, Administration, and Navigation](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/FR_PRORULE_95-31543.md) - [61 FR 295 Public Workshop on the Regulation of Radioactive Devices](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/FR_PRORULE_96-108.md) - [61 FR 552 Retirement Bonds](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/FR_PRORULE_96-165.md) - [61 FR 705 Promoting Wholesale Competition Through Open Access Nondiscriminatory Transmission Services by Public Utilities; Recovery of Stranded Costs by Public Utilities and Transmitting Utilities; Notice of Technical Conference and Potential Broadcast of Technical Conference Concerning Independent System Operators and Reform of Power Pools Under the Federal Power Act](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/FR_PRORULE_96-340.md) - [61 FR 1162 Lending and Investment](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/FR_PRORULE_96-409.md) - [61 FR 1306 Airworthiness Directives; Transport Category Airplanes](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/FR_PRORULE_96-493.md) - [61 FR 1528 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 Series Airplanes (Excluding Model A300 B4-600 Series Airplanes)](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/FR_PRORULE_96-590.md) - [61 FR 1545 Procedures For The Issuance, Denial, And Revocation Of Certificates Of Label Approval, Certificates Of Exemption From Label Approval, And Distinctive Liquor Bottle Approvals (93F-029P)](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/FR_PRORULE_96-575.md) - [61 FR 1546 Indiana Regulatory Program](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/FR_PRORULE_96-646.md) - [61 FR 1546 Appropriateness of Requested Single Location Bargaining Units in Representation Cases](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/FR_PRORULE_96-741.md) - [61 FR 1551 Indiana Regulatory Program](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/FR_PRORULE_96-648.md) - [61 FR 1870 Proposed Revision of Class E Airspace; Belen, NM](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/FR_PRORULE_96-1004.md) - [61 FR 1873 Proposed Revision of Class E Airspace; Marshall, TX](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/FR_PRORULE_96-1007.md) - [61 FR 1889 Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement; Finance](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/FR_PRORULE_96-973.md) --- Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/FR_PRORULE_96-26744. 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