LAKE EFFECT COATINGS INC

AUTHORIZED

DBA: LAKE EFFECT COATINGS

5217 MIDWAY RD, DULUTH, MN, 55811-8705|(218) 310-3061

USDOT

3972462

MC Number

N/A

Fleet Size

5

Total Drivers

5

Last updated: March 16, 2026

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Safety overview

LAKE EFFECT COATINGS INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in DULUTH, Minnesota, operating 5 power units with 5 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 33.3% runs above the national average of 5.51%. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 3 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 rate33.3%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate100.0%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Minnesota is 8.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 32.6% across 72,644 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Private (Property)
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
No
Safety Rating Date
N/A

Inspections

3

Total

75%

Driver %

Driver Inspections3
Vehicle Inspections1
Driver OOS Rate33.3%
Vehicle OOS Rate100.0%

Insurance on file

No insurance records on file with FMCSA.

Crash history

0

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes0

Frequently asked questions

Is LAKE EFFECT COATINGS INC authorized to operate?

Yes. LAKE EFFECT COATINGS INC (USDOT #3972462) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is LAKE EFFECT COATINGS INC's safety record?

LAKE EFFECT COATINGS INC has 3 inspections on file and no crashes on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.

How many trucks does LAKE EFFECT COATINGS INC operate?

LAKE EFFECT COATINGS INC operates 5 power units with 5 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does LAKE EFFECT COATINGS INC transport hazardous materials?

No. LAKE EFFECT COATINGS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is LAKE EFFECT COATINGS INC located?

LAKE EFFECT COATINGS INC is based in DULUTH, Minnesota at 5217 MIDWAY RD, 55811-8705. Phone: (218) 310-3061.

What are LAKE EFFECT COATINGS INC's out-of-service rates?

LAKE EFFECT COATINGS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 33.3%, 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 100.0% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.