DESIGN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: DESIGN TRANSPORTATION
USDOT
486924
MC Number
246474
Fleet Size
76
Total Drivers
68
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
DESIGN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in DALLAS, Texas, operating 76 power units with 68 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 0.5% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 15 crashes on file (7 with injuries). FMCSA records show 205 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 Texas is 13.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.7% across 174,809 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
205
Total
65%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. — eff. Sep 1, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
15
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is DESIGN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC authorized to operate?
Yes. DESIGN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC (USDOT #486924) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is DESIGN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC's safety record?
DESIGN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC has 205 inspections on file and 15 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 DESIGN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC operate?
DESIGN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC operates 76 power units with 68 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does DESIGN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC transport hazardous materials?
No. DESIGN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is DESIGN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC located?
DESIGN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC is based in DALLAS, Texas at 3818 IRVING BLVD BLDG 2, 75247. Phone: (214) 688-6900.
What are DESIGN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC's out-of-service rates?
DESIGN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.5%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 26.4% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.