BEAR CARTAGE & INTERMODAL INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
569614
MC Number
278215
Fleet Size
155
Total Drivers
150
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
BEAR CARTAGE & INTERMODAL INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in MCCOOK, Illinois, operating 155 power units with 150 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 3.5% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 6 crashes on file (3 with injuries). FMCSA records show 115 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
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
115
Total
73%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. — eff. Jul 1, 2025
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
6
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is BEAR CARTAGE & INTERMODAL INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for BEAR CARTAGE & INTERMODAL INC (USDOT #569614) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is BEAR CARTAGE & INTERMODAL INC's safety record?
BEAR CARTAGE & INTERMODAL INC has 115 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 6 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 BEAR CARTAGE & INTERMODAL INC operate?
BEAR CARTAGE & INTERMODAL INC operates 155 power units with 150 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does BEAR CARTAGE & INTERMODAL INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. BEAR CARTAGE & INTERMODAL INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is BEAR CARTAGE & INTERMODAL INC located?
BEAR CARTAGE & INTERMODAL INC is based in MCCOOK, Illinois at 8600 JOLIET RD, 60525. Phone: (708) 924-9093.
What are BEAR CARTAGE & INTERMODAL INC's out-of-service rates?
BEAR CARTAGE & INTERMODAL INC's driver out-of-service rate is 3.5%, 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 23.3%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026.