L K S TRANSPORTATION LLC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
470959
MC Number
313982
Fleet Size
541
Total Drivers
386
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
L K S 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 8 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 73 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 10.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.6% across 47,364 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
73
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
Crash history
8
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is L K S TRANSPORTATION LLC authorized to operate?
Yes. L K S TRANSPORTATION LLC (USDOT #470959) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is L K S TRANSPORTATION LLC's safety record?
L K S TRANSPORTATION LLC has 73 inspections on file and 8 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 L K S TRANSPORTATION LLC operate?
L K S TRANSPORTATION LLC operates 541 power units with 386 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does L K S TRANSPORTATION LLC transport hazardous materials?
No. L K S TRANSPORTATION LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is L K S TRANSPORTATION LLC located?
L K S TRANSPORTATION LLC is based in COLUMBUS, Ohio at 495 SOUTH HIGH STREET SUITE 50, 43215. Phone: (614) 221-3399.
What are L K S TRANSPORTATION LLC's out-of-service rates?
L K S TRANSPORTATION LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 5.5%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 6.5% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.