COTTER & SONS MILK TRANSPORT INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
831642
MC Number
371030
Fleet Size
17
Total Drivers
27
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
COTTER & SONS MILK TRANSPORT INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in BERLIN, Pennsylvania, operating 17 power units with 27 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 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 8 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 Pennsylvania is 10.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 25.4% across 77,258 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
8
Total
67%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
SECURA INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jun 26, 2022
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is COTTER & SONS MILK TRANSPORT INC authorized to operate?
Yes. COTTER & SONS MILK TRANSPORT INC (USDOT #831642) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is COTTER & SONS MILK TRANSPORT INC's safety record?
COTTER & SONS MILK TRANSPORT INC has 8 inspections on file and 1 crash 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 COTTER & SONS MILK TRANSPORT INC operate?
COTTER & SONS MILK TRANSPORT INC operates 17 power units with 27 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does COTTER & SONS MILK TRANSPORT INC transport hazardous materials?
No. COTTER & SONS MILK TRANSPORT INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is COTTER & SONS MILK TRANSPORT INC located?
COTTER & SONS MILK TRANSPORT INC is based in BERLIN, Pennsylvania at 1800 BROTHERTON RD, 15530. Phone: (814) 442-8182.
What are COTTER & SONS MILK TRANSPORT INC's out-of-service rates?
COTTER & SONS MILK TRANSPORT INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 0.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.