INLAND WATERS LLC

AUTHORIZED
275 SCITUATE AVE UNIT 1, JOHNSTON, RI, 02919|(401) 943-5302

USDOT

3677978

MC Number

1278030

Fleet Size

34

Total Drivers

10

Last updated: March 11, 2026

Safety overview

INLAND WATERS LLC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in JOHNSTON, Rhode Island, operating 34 power units with 10 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 4 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 14.3% runs above the national average of 5.51%. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 7 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
80%
HOS / Fatigue
88%
👤Driver Fitness
88%
Controlled Substances
99%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
72%

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 rate14.3%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate33.3%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Rhode Island is 14.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 32.8% across 4,000 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

7

Total

70%

Driver %

Driver Inspections7
Vehicle Inspections3
Driver OOS Rate14.3%
Vehicle OOS Rate33.3%

Crash history

0

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes0

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Frequently asked questions

Is INLAND WATERS LLC authorized to operate?

Yes. INLAND WATERS LLC (USDOT #3677978) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is INLAND WATERS LLC's safety record?

INLAND WATERS LLC has 4 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.

How many trucks does INLAND WATERS LLC operate?

INLAND WATERS LLC operates 34 power units with 10 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does INLAND WATERS LLC transport hazardous materials?

No. INLAND WATERS LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is INLAND WATERS LLC located?

INLAND WATERS LLC is based in JOHNSTON, Rhode Island at 275 SCITUATE AVE UNIT 1, 02919. Phone: (401) 943-5302.

What are INLAND WATERS LLC's out-of-service rates?

INLAND WATERS LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 14.3%, 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 33.3% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.