PLAINS MARKETING LP
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
879345
MC Number
115001
Fleet Size
1312
Total Drivers
387
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
PLAINS MARKETING LP is a large interstate motor carrier based in HOUSTON, Texas, operating 1312 power units with 387 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 0.8% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 16 crashes on file (1 fatal, 6 with injuries). FMCSA records show 254 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 13.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 184,825 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
254
Total
53%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Old Republic Insurance Company — eff. Nov 1, 2024
Cargo
AMERICAN HOME ASSURANCE CO. — eff. Jun 1, 2003
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
16
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is PLAINS MARKETING LP authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for PLAINS MARKETING LP (USDOT #879345) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is PLAINS MARKETING LP's safety record?
PLAINS MARKETING LP has 254 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 16 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 PLAINS MARKETING LP operate?
PLAINS MARKETING LP operates 1312 power units with 387 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does PLAINS MARKETING LP transport hazardous materials?
Yes. PLAINS MARKETING LP is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is PLAINS MARKETING LP located?
PLAINS MARKETING LP is based in HOUSTON, Texas at 333 CLAY STREET STE 1600, 77002. Phone: (713) 646-4587.
What are PLAINS MARKETING LP's out-of-service rates?
PLAINS MARKETING LP's driver out-of-service rate is 0.8%, 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 9.4%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.