CARTER LUMBER TRANSPORT LLC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: CARTER LUMBER TRANSPORT
USDOT
2546417
MC Number
193709
Fleet Size
951
Total Drivers
794
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
CARTER LUMBER TRANSPORT LLC is a large interstate motor carrier based in KENT, Ohio, operating 951 power units with 794 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 2.4% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 51 crashes on file (23 with injuries). FMCSA records show 758 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 Ohio is 11.0% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 28.0% across 50,277 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
758
Total
66%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Dec 31, 2021
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
51
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is CARTER LUMBER TRANSPORT LLC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for CARTER LUMBER TRANSPORT LLC (USDOT #2546417) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is CARTER LUMBER TRANSPORT LLC's safety record?
CARTER LUMBER TRANSPORT LLC has 758 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 51 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 CARTER LUMBER TRANSPORT LLC operate?
CARTER LUMBER TRANSPORT LLC operates 951 power units with 794 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does CARTER LUMBER TRANSPORT LLC transport hazardous materials?
No. CARTER LUMBER TRANSPORT LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is CARTER LUMBER TRANSPORT LLC located?
CARTER LUMBER TRANSPORT LLC is based in KENT, Ohio at 601 TALLMADGE ROAD, 44240. Phone: (330) 673-6100.
What are CARTER LUMBER TRANSPORT LLC's out-of-service rates?
CARTER LUMBER TRANSPORT LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 2.4%, 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 24.9%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026.