RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
749373
MC Number
188496
Fleet Size
359
Total Drivers
530
Last updated: March 14, 2026
Safety overview
RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY is a large intrastate only (non-hazmat) motor carrier based in PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, operating 359 power units with 530 drivers. FMCSA hasn't published BASIC scores for this carrier yet. That usually means they don't have enough inspection data for the system to calculate percentiles. They have 24 crashes on file (17 with injuries).
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
No BASIC scores available. This usually means the carrier hasn't had enough inspections for FMCSA to calculate percentiles.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Intrastate Only (Non-Hazmat)
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
0
Total
—
Driver %
Crash history
24
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY authorized to operate?
Yes. RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY (USDOT #749373) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an intrastate only (non-hazmat) carrier.
How many trucks does RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY operate?
RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY operates 359 power units with 530 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY transport hazardous materials?
No. RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY located?
RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY is based in PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island at 265 MELROSE STREET, 02907. Phone: (401) 784-9500.