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[1995hoo]

^^^^

There used to an overhead sign on I-66 eastbound west of Cedar Lane noting the truck ban, but as you note the construction caused its removal (see below). The overhead signs on the Beltway used to say "NO TRUCKS" as well on the changeable portion, but those got removed when the HO/T system took effect inside the Beltway. VDOT has always seemed far more interested in signing the HOV restrictions than the truck restriction. The exit signs when you reach the Beltway really ought to have an "ALL TRUCKS" message on them (or at least, the second right-side ramp leading to the Inner Loop should have such a banner, as that's the last point at which large trucks are allowed).

https://goo.gl/maps/TM215i1VigrbC6q79

[webny99]

From I-66 EB -
https://goo.gl/maps/2bjz896A3mARNab98

can't seem to find any others on 66 EB but huge construction might be the reason why.  This sole sign seems insufficient to me.

Certainly agreed, that is not very well signed! I wouldn't be surprised if some trucks end up on that section especially if they're not familiar with the restriction or the area.

[roadman65]

I-55 once banned trucks on the final segment between MLK and Lake Shore Drive in Chicago.  I’m guessing the city didn’t want trucks on US 41 at the time.

Now it’s been changed where trucks are allowed SB on US 41. So trucks can ride all of I-55 in IL.
https://goo.gl/maps/7rBRmE3WYsZGStFa9

[1995hoo]

From I-66 EB -
https://goo.gl/maps/2bjz896A3mARNab98

can't seem to find any others on 66 EB but huge construction might be the reason why.  This sole sign seems insufficient to me.

Certainly agreed, that is not very well signed! I wouldn't be surprised if some trucks end up on that section especially if they're not familiar with the restriction or the area.

Perhaps surprisingly, in my observation over almost 40 years (I-66 inside the Beltway opened in December 1982 just before Christmas), it is extremely rare to see big trucks on that section. Not unprecedented, but rare enough that they're instantly noticeable and surprising to see when you do see one.

[webny99]

From I-66 EB -
https://goo.gl/maps/2bjz896A3mARNab98

can't seem to find any others on 66 EB but huge construction might be the reason why.  This sole sign seems insufficient to me.

Certainly agreed, that is not very well signed! I wouldn't be surprised if some trucks end up on that section especially if they're not familiar with the restriction or the area.

Perhaps surprisingly, in my observation over almost 40 years (I-66 inside the Beltway opened in December 1982 just before Christmas), it is extremely rare to see big trucks on that section. Not unprecedented, but rare enough that they're instantly noticeable and surprising to see when you do see one.

Are there any practical reasons why trucks can't use that section (such as low-height bridges etc.)?

[Rothman]

Looks like we need a thread split.