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Anhydrous ammonia is one of the most common sources of nitrogen fertilizer and is widely used for agriculture in ND. It is classified as a hazardous material when it is transported. It is common to see these white tanks being pulled on roadways during spring planting and following fall harvest.
The rules for transporting anhydrous include:
- up to two nurse tanks can be hauled by a single vehicle
- overall length cannot exceed 75 feet.
- the maximum speed limit for transporting anhydrous is 25 MPH (it is a $250 fine for transporting it over that speed)
- tanks must be identified on the front, rear, and both sides with the words 'Anhydrous Ammonia' and 'Inhalation Hazard'
- tanks must be identified on the rear and both sides with the words 'Non-Flammable Gas' and the number '1005'
- haulers are required to have a Slow Moving sign or use flashing amber lights while in transport
- travel only between sunrise and sunset, unless transporting a single tank and equipped with taillights, turn signals, and brake lights