LKS TRANSPORTATION LLC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: OVERHEAD DOOR OF INDIANAPOLIS
USDOT
470959
MC Number
313982
Fleet Size
541
Total Drivers
386
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: October 4, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
LKS TRANSPORTATION LLC is a large interstate motor carrier based in COLUMBUS, Ohio, operating 541 power units with 386 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. They have 10 crashes on file (3 with injuries). FMCSA records show 82 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 11.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 28.1% across 51,034 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
82
Total
61%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Oct 1, 2016
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
10
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is LKS TRANSPORTATION LLC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for LKS TRANSPORTATION LLC (USDOT #470959) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is LKS TRANSPORTATION LLC's safety record?
LKS TRANSPORTATION LLC has 82 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 10 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 LKS TRANSPORTATION LLC operate?
LKS TRANSPORTATION LLC operates 541 power units with 386 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does LKS TRANSPORTATION LLC transport hazardous materials?
No. LKS TRANSPORTATION LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is LKS TRANSPORTATION LLC located?
LKS TRANSPORTATION LLC is based in COLUMBUS, Ohio at 495 SOUTH HIGH STREET SUITE 50, 43215. Phone: (614) 221-3399.
What are LKS TRANSPORTATION LLC's out-of-service rates?
LKS TRANSPORTATION LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 8.5%, 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 11.5%, 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.