ELLIS TOWING LLC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1577671
MC Number
584494
Fleet Size
21
Total Drivers
22
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 26, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
ELLIS TOWING LLC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in BARDSTOWN, Kentucky, operating 21 power units with 22 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 33.3% runs above the national average of 5.51%. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 3 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 Kentucky is 11.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 26.8% across 42,744 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
3
Total
60%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
CENTRAL MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Sep 1, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is ELLIS TOWING LLC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for ELLIS TOWING LLC (USDOT #1577671) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is ELLIS TOWING LLC's safety record?
ELLIS TOWING LLC has 3 inspections on file and 1 crash on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does ELLIS TOWING LLC operate?
ELLIS TOWING LLC operates 21 power units with 22 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does ELLIS TOWING LLC transport hazardous materials?
No. ELLIS TOWING LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is ELLIS TOWING LLC located?
ELLIS TOWING LLC is based in BARDSTOWN, Kentucky at 515 OLD BLOOMFIELD RD, 40004. Phone: (502) 348-5722.
What are ELLIS TOWING LLC's out-of-service rates?
ELLIS TOWING LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 33.3%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 0.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.