DYESSAFBI31-218 — Motor Vehicle Traffic Supervision

DYESSAFBI31-218 governs motor vehicle traffic supervision, driving privileges, vehicle requirements, traffic points, impoundment, and safety procedures.

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  • Publication number: DYESSAFBI31-218
  • Title: MOTOR VEHICLE TRAFFIC SUPERVISION
  • Date: 2025-06-25

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DYESSAFBI31-218 establishes procedures for vehicle registration, traffic supervision, driving records, traffic points, and privately owned vehicle impoundment. It requires compliance with installation driving, documentation, parking, speed, traffic control, and vehicle safety rules.

Applies to: Compliance with this supplement is mandatory and applies to all military and civilian Air Force (AF) personnel, members of the Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard, and other individuals or organizations as required by binding agreement or obligation with the Department of the Air Force.

Topics covered

  • Driving privileges
  • Motor vehicle registration
  • Traffic point system
  • Privately owned vehicle impoundment
  • Traffic control signs and signals
  • Installation speed limits
  • Vehicle passing restrictions

Questions and answers

What are the registration requirements for motor vehicles on Dyess AFB?

Register motor vehicles according to the state law the vehicle is registered in. (paragraph 5)

Are ATVs and golf carts allowed on Dyess AFB roadways?

ATVs, off-road vehicles, go-carts and golf carts are prohibited on Dyess AFB roadways. Exceptions are permitted for roads/grounds use, landscaping purposes, official functions or for authorized uses. (paragraph 5)

What documents must a vehicle operator possess while driving on Dyess AFB?

Personnel must show valid credentials authorizing their access to the base. License plate or plates will be affixed as directed by the issuing state. Additionally, you must also have proof of state registration and proof of liability insurance or self-insurance, as prescribed by state law. (paragraph 5)

How long must an abandoned vehicle remain in one place before impoundment?

Abandoned vehicles are those vehicles left in the same place in excess of 30 consecutive days, or displaying expired registration or if the last registered owner has departed Dyess AFB. (paragraph 5)

Who does the traffic point system apply to?

The point system in Attachment 1 applies to all vehicle operators on DAFB. (paragraph 5)

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