OHIO RAIL CONNECTION INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: EAGLE INTERMODAL
USDOT
1285063
MC Number
499725
Fleet Size
83
Total Drivers
83
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: October 4, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
OHIO RAIL CONNECTION INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in CHICAGO, Illinois, operating 83 power units with 83 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 1.8% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 3 crashes on file (3 with injuries). FMCSA records show 56 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Illinois is 10.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.3% across 53,311 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
56
Total
88%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Great West Casualty Co — eff. Nov 1, 2023
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Oct 8, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
3
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is OHIO RAIL CONNECTION INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for OHIO RAIL CONNECTION INC (USDOT #1285063) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is OHIO RAIL CONNECTION INC's safety record?
OHIO RAIL CONNECTION INC has 56 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 3 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does OHIO RAIL CONNECTION INC operate?
OHIO RAIL CONNECTION INC operates 83 power units with 83 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does OHIO RAIL CONNECTION INC transport hazardous materials?
No. OHIO RAIL CONNECTION INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is OHIO RAIL CONNECTION INC located?
OHIO RAIL CONNECTION INC is based in CHICAGO, Illinois at 4900 S MASON, 60638. Phone: (708) 430-7800.
What are OHIO RAIL CONNECTION INC's out-of-service rates?
OHIO RAIL CONNECTION INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.8%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 50.0%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.