Why Are Backhoes Allowed On Public Roads? - And Response

  • Monday, August 18, 2014

How is it that backhoes can drive on public roads like Riverside Drive and surrounding roadways. They do not have turn indicators, headlights or license plates.  

They bob back and forth, and are unstable and not designed to drive on the road. They impede the flow of commuters on their way to work. 

Tim Mason 

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Tim, I do believe you have developed a new term for people who text and drive. "Backhoe Drivers." 

Well done, sir. 

Michael Burns

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