hazmat-tunnel-restrictions

name	hazmat-tunnel-restrictions
description	Use when planning hazmat routes through tunnels. Covers federal/state tunnel hazmat bans, the typical restrictions, and route planning.

Hazmat Tunnel Restrictions

Many tunnels prohibit some/all hazmat.

Common restrictions

• Holland Tunnel (NYC): no hazmat
• Lincoln Tunnel (NYC): limited hazmat with permit
• Boston Big Dig: hazmat banned
• San Francisco Bay Area tunnels: most banned
• Various rural mountain tunnels

Verification

State DOT publishes hazmat-routing maps. Many GPS apps for trucks include hazmat routing. Driver responsibility to verify.

Common violations

Driver uses consumer GPS, enters prohibited tunnel. Heavy fine + ramifications.

Where this fits in X3 Compass

Applied in the X3 Compass Hazmat Center add-on.