Dead River Transport LLC
DBA: SKIP MCKEAN PETROLEUM TRANSPORT
46
Power Units
72
Drivers
Est. 2009 (16 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
DEAD RIVER TRANSPORT LLC is an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA since October 2009. Based in BUCKSPORT, ME, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specialization is Tanker.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and fleet composition data, Dead River Transport LLC appears to operate the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 40 | 6 | 0 | 46 |
| Trailers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Dead River Transport LLC is authorized to transport the following 1 cargo type:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 72
MCS-150 Mileage: 3,728,566 miles (2025)
Driver Information
72
Total Drivers
72
CDL Drivers
72
Interstate Drivers
Dispatch Services in ME
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Safety Performance
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
92
Inspections
24 months
37
Violations
Total found
11
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.0%)
✓ Better than national average (-9.5%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2026 | ME | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 04/14/2026 | VT | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 04/09/2026 | ME | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 04/08/2026 | ME | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 04/01/2026 | ME | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 03/25/2026 | ME | Walk-Around | 1 | 1 |
| 03/18/2026 | ME | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 03/04/2026 | ME | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 03/02/2026 | ME | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/02/2026 | ME | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/02/2026 | ME | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 01/30/2026 | ME | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 01/28/2026 | NH | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 01/14/2026 | ME | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 01/13/2026 | ME | Full | 2 | ✓ |
Showing 15 of 92 inspections.
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$1 Million
UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO.
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 91X | 1337555979 | $1 Million | 10/01/2023 |
View Insurance History (20 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HDI-GERLING AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | EXCAGD000103613 | 09/01/2013 | 12/07/2013 | TERM/CANCL | |
| HDI-GERLING AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | EAGCD000103613 | 09/01/2013 | 12/07/2013 | TERM/CANCL | |
| HDI-GERLING AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | EXAGD000103413 | 09/01/2013 | 12/07/2013 | CANCEL | |
| HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | UHP A143086 | 09/01/2015 | 11/28/2022 | TERM/REPL | |
| HDI-GERLING AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | EXCAGD000103613 | 09/01/2013 | 11/07/2013 | TERM/REPL | |
| HDI-GERLING AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | EAGCD000103613 | 09/01/2013 | 11/07/2013 | TERM/REPL | |
| HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | UHP A143086 | 11/07/2013 | 11/07/2013 | TERM/REPL | |
| ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | 710-01-42-57 | 09/01/2009 | 10/22/2010 | TERM/CANCL | |
| HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | ADP8825901 | 09/01/2012 | 10/04/2013 | TERM/CANCL | |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 1337535576 | 11/28/2022 | 10/01/2023 | TERM/REPL | |
| ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | 710-01-42-57 | 09/01/2009 | 09/02/2010 | TERM/REPL | |
| HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | ADP A143085 | 11/07/2013 | 09/01/2015 | TERM/REPL | |
| HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | ADP8825901 | 09/01/2012 | 09/01/2013 | TERM/REPL | |
| HDI-GERLING AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | EAGCD000103513 | 09/01/2013 | 09/01/2013 | TERM/REPL | |
| HDI-GERLING AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | EAGCD000103613 | 09/01/2013 | 09/01/2013 | TERM/REPL | |
| HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | ADP 8825901 | 09/01/2010 | 09/01/2012 | TERM/REPL | |
| HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | ADP 8825901 | 09/02/2010 | 09/01/2010 | TERM/REPL | |
| HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | UHP A143086 | 09/01/2015 | 07/10/2023 | TERM/CANCL | |
| HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | IHP8984386 | 01/08/2011 | 07/10/2023 | NAMECHG | |
| ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | 790-00-81-54-0000 | 01/08/2010 | 01/08/2011 | TERM/REPL |
Insurance data sourced from FMCSA. Updated daily. Verify on FMCSA →
Crash History
4
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
4
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/14/2026 | ME | MARS HILL, ME | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 01/23/2026 | ME | WESTBROOK, ME | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 03/01/2025 | ME | SMYRNA, ME | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 01/26/2025 | ME | AUGUSTA, ME | 0 | 0 | Yes |
Crash data from FMCSA. Does not include driver information per federal privacy requirements. View full crash report on FMCSA →
Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does DEAD RIVER TRANSPORT LLC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, DEAD RIVER TRANSPORT LLC is inferred to operate: Tanker.
Is DEAD RIVER TRANSPORT LLC's authority currently active?
DEAD RIVER TRANSPORT LLC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has DEAD RIVER TRANSPORT LLC been in business?
DEAD RIVER TRANSPORT LLC has been registered with the FMCSA since October 2009, making their authority approximately 16 years, 6 months old.
Where is DEAD RIVER TRANSPORT LLC located?
DEAD RIVER TRANSPORT LLC is physically located at 55 RIVER ROAD, BUCKSPORT, ME 04416.
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