COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
ACTIVEUSDOT
927955
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
1294
Total Drivers
1639
Last updated: March 15, 2026
Safety overview
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION is a large intrastate only (hazmat) motor carrier based in DENVER, Colorado, operating 1294 power units with 1639 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 4 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 16 crashes on file (5 fatal, 4 with injuries). FMCSA records show 49 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
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 Colorado is 11.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 26.1% across 48,014 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Intrastate Only (Hazmat)
- Operation Classification
- N/A
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
49
Total
69%
Driver %
Crash history
16
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION authorized to operate?
Yes. COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (USDOT #927955) currently holds "ACTIVE" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an intrastate only (hazmat) carrier.
What is COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION's safety record?
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION has 4 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.
How many trucks does COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION operate?
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION operates 1294 power units with 1639 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION transport hazardous materials?
No. COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION located?
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION is based in DENVER, Colorado at 2829 W HOWARD PLACE, 80204. Phone: (303) 757-9420.
What are COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION's out-of-service rates?
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION'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 4.8% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.