OAR 734-017-0015
Use of Chains or Traction Tires

A Department of Transportation District Manager or persons authorized by a District Manager shall authorize the posting of appropriate signs and determine when weather conditions require the following:

(1)

Chains or traction tires must be carried but are not required to be used;

(2)

Chains to be used on vehicles with a rated gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 10,000 pounds or less that are towing and single drive axle vehicles with a rated gross vehicle (GVW) over 10,000 pounds.

(3)

Chains must be used on vehicles towing or with a rated gross vehicle weight (GVW) over 10,000 pounds;

(4)

Chains or traction tires must be used on all vehicles except those vehicles exempt in ORS 815.145 (Exemptions from traction tire or chains requirement) and division 17 rules.

Source: Rule 734-017-0015 — Use of Chains or Traction Tires, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=734-017-0015 (accessed May 26, 2025).

May 26, 2025

Rule 734-017-0015's source at or​.us