SALINAS EXPRESS LLC

AUTHORIZED
3327 S US HWY 83, ZAPATA, TX, 78076|(195) 626-9142

USDOT

2509486

MC Number

870255

Fleet Size

2

Total Drivers

2

FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 30, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.

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Safety overview

SALINAS EXPRESS LLC is a small interstate motor carrier based in ZAPATA, Texas, operating 2 power units with 2 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 16.7% runs above the national average of 6.7%. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 30 inspections for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

Under review

CarrierOwl 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.

Driver OOS rate16.7%
National average6.7%
Vehicle OOS rate35.7%
National average23.4%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Texas is 13.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 184,824 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

30

Total

52%

Driver %

Driver Inspections30
Vehicle Inspections28
Driver OOS Rate16.7%
Vehicle OOS Rate35.7%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. — eff. Sep 29, 2025

$1,000,000ACTIVE

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

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes1
Tow Crashes1

Frequently asked questions

Is SALINAS EXPRESS LLC authorized to operate?

CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for SALINAS EXPRESS LLC (USDOT #2509486) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.

What is SALINAS EXPRESS LLC's safety record?

SALINAS EXPRESS LLC has 30 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 1 matching crash. 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 SALINAS EXPRESS LLC operate?

SALINAS EXPRESS LLC operates 2 power units with 2 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does SALINAS EXPRESS LLC transport hazardous materials?

No. SALINAS EXPRESS LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is SALINAS EXPRESS LLC located?

SALINAS EXPRESS LLC is based in ZAPATA, Texas at 3327 S US HWY 83, 78076. Phone: (195) 626-9142.

What are SALINAS EXPRESS LLC's out-of-service rates?

SALINAS EXPRESS LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 16.7%, 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 35.7%, 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.