SHAW TRANSPORT INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: SHAW TRANSPORT
USDOT
188556
MC Number
163294
Fleet Size
727
Total Drivers
985
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 16, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
SHAW TRANSPORT INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in DALTON, Georgia, operating 727 power units with 985 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 0.8% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 28 crashes on file (8 with injuries). FMCSA records show 613 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 Georgia is 16.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 32.8% across 103,733 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
613
Total
68%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Starr Indemnity & Liability Company — eff. Jul 1, 2024
Cargo
AFFILIATED FM INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. May 31, 2025
Surety Bond
Travelers Casualty and Surety Company of America — eff. Oct 1, 2013
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
28
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SHAW TRANSPORT INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for SHAW TRANSPORT INC (USDOT #188556) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is SHAW TRANSPORT INC's safety record?
SHAW TRANSPORT INC has 613 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 28 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 SHAW TRANSPORT INC operate?
SHAW TRANSPORT INC operates 727 power units with 985 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does SHAW TRANSPORT INC transport hazardous materials?
No. SHAW TRANSPORT INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is SHAW TRANSPORT INC located?
SHAW TRANSPORT INC is based in DALTON, Georgia at 616 EAST WALNUT AVE, 30720. Phone: (706) 532-2315.
What are SHAW TRANSPORT INC's out-of-service rates?
SHAW TRANSPORT INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.8%, 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 16.9%, 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.