[Federal Register Volume 62, Number 108 (Thursday, June 5, 1997)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 30757-30758]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 97-14606]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Highway Administration
23 CFR Part 658
[FHWA Docket No. 96-12]
RIN 2125-AEO4
Truck Size and Weight; National Network; North Carolina
AGENCY: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: The FHWA has modified the National Network for commercial
motor vehicles by adding a route in North Carolina. The National
Network was
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established by a final rule on truck size and weight published at 49 FR
23302 on June 5, 1984. This rulemaking adds one segment to the National
Network as requested by the State of North Carolina.
EFFECTIVE DATE: July 7, 1997.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Thomas Klimek, Offices of Motor
Carrier Information Analysis (202-366-2976), or Mr. Charles Medalen,
Office of 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 legal
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 listed in
appendix A are outlined in 23 CFR 658.11.
In accordance with these procedures the State of North Carolina,
under authority of the Governor, requested the addition of one segment
to the National Network. The segment was 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. A notice of proposed rulemaking
(NPRM) listing North Carolina's proposed change to the National Network
was published on October 21, 1996 [61 FR 54588].
The segment requested is generally described as: US 74 between
alternate US 74 near Forest City and I-26 exit 36, approximately 20
miles. With this change the FHWA is adding the segment requested to the
existing route descriptions for North Carolina.
Rulemaking Analyses and Notices
Two comments were received, one from a motor carrier and one from a
household movers association. Both commentors supported the inclusion
of the 20 mile segment for safety and convenience.
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. As stated in the preceding paragraph, the rulemaking proposes
technical amendments to 23 CFR 658, adding a highway segment in
accordance with statutory provisions. This segment represents a very
small portion of the National Network and have a negligible impact on
the prior system. This rulemaking would, however, allow motor carriers,
including small carriers, access to highways 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 [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
Grants programs--transportation, Highway and roads, Motor carrier--
size and weight.
Issued on: May 22, 1997.
Jane Garvey,
Acting Administrator, Federal Highway Administration.
In consideration of the foregoing, the FHWA amends title 23, Code
of Federal Regulations, chapter 1, 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. 31111-31115; 49 CFR
1.48 (b)(19) and (c)(19).
2. Appendix A to Part 658 is amended for the State of North
Carolina by inserting the route listing 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
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Route From To
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US 74............ I-26 EXIT 36................ US 74 ALT: near Forest
City
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[FR Doc. 97-14606 Filed 6-4-97; 8:45 am]
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