WASTE CONNECTIONS OF RHODE ISLAND INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: PATRIOT DISPOSAL
USDOT
3138228
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
26
Total Drivers
15
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
WASTE CONNECTIONS OF RHODE ISLAND INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in NORTH SMITHFIELD, Rhode Island, operating 26 power units with 15 drivers. All 5 BASIC scores sit well below FMCSA intervention thresholds, which is a good sign for anyone vetting this carrier. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 1 crash on file (1 fatal, 1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 1 inspection for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
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 Rhode Island is 14.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 32.9% across 4,045 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
1
Total
100%
Driver %
Insurance on file
No insurance records on file with FMCSA.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is WASTE CONNECTIONS OF RHODE ISLAND INC authorized to operate?
Yes. WASTE CONNECTIONS OF RHODE ISLAND INC (USDOT #3138228) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is WASTE CONNECTIONS OF RHODE ISLAND INC's safety record?
Based on FMCSA data, WASTE CONNECTIONS OF RHODE ISLAND INC has no BASIC scores above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. They haven't received a formal FMCSA safety rating. 1 crash on record.
How many trucks does WASTE CONNECTIONS OF RHODE ISLAND INC operate?
WASTE CONNECTIONS OF RHODE ISLAND INC operates 26 power units with 15 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does WASTE CONNECTIONS OF RHODE ISLAND INC transport hazardous materials?
No. WASTE CONNECTIONS OF RHODE ISLAND INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is WASTE CONNECTIONS OF RHODE ISLAND INC located?
WASTE CONNECTIONS OF RHODE ISLAND INC is based in NORTH SMITHFIELD, Rhode Island at 14 CANAL ST, 02896. Phone: (865) 803-3419.
What are WASTE CONNECTIONS OF RHODE ISLAND INC's out-of-service rates?
WASTE CONNECTIONS OF RHODE ISLAND INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign.