DOT TRANSPORTATION INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
424023
MC Number
235436
Fleet Size
1853
Total Drivers
2395
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
DOT TRANSPORTATION INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in MT STERLING, Illinois, operating 1853 power units with 2395 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 0.2% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 114 crashes on file (6 fatal, 31 with injuries). FMCSA records show 3541 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 Illinois is 10.0% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.4% across 52,488 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
3541
Total
68%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA — eff. Apr 14, 2025
Cargo
FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. — eff. Dec 31, 2003
Surety Bond
RLI INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Oct 1, 2013
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
114
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is DOT TRANSPORTATION INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for DOT TRANSPORTATION INC (USDOT #424023) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is DOT TRANSPORTATION INC's safety record?
DOT TRANSPORTATION INC has 3541 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 114 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 DOT TRANSPORTATION INC operate?
DOT TRANSPORTATION INC operates 1853 power units with 2395 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does DOT TRANSPORTATION INC transport hazardous materials?
No. DOT TRANSPORTATION INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is DOT TRANSPORTATION INC located?
DOT TRANSPORTATION INC is based in MT STERLING, Illinois at 1 DOT WAY, 62353. Phone: (217) 773-4411.
What are DOT TRANSPORTATION INC's out-of-service rates?
DOT TRANSPORTATION INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.2%, 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 5.4%, 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.