Dot Transportation INC
Mt Sterling, IL
Profile data updated Jul 24, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
1,853
Power Units
2,395
Drivers
FMCSA since 1990 (35 yrs)
Authority Age
S
Safety Rating
Company Overview
DOT TRANSPORTATION INC is an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA since October 1990. Based in Mt Sterling, IL, they operate a fleet of 1,853 power units with 2,395 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Reefer, Tanker, Hopper / Grain, Intermodal, Box Truck and Doubles/Triples.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Dot Transportation INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Tractors | 1,850 | 0 | 0 | 1,850 |
| Trailers | 2,920 | 0 | 0 | 2,920 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Dot Transportation INC is authorized to transport the following 10 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 2,395
MCS-150 Mileage: 197,010,000 miles (2025)
Driver Information
2,395
Total Drivers
2,395
CDL Drivers
2,395
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by DOT TRANSPORTATION INC
1,659 trucks and 2,083 trailers identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: May 14, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Utility Trailer, Peterbilt, Utility Trailer Manufacturer. Equipment breakdown: 2080 SEMI-TRAILER, 1636 TRUCK TRACTOR, 19 STRAIGHT TRUCK. Out-of-service rate is 2.9% — roughly 1 in 34 inspections. Indicates strong preventive maintenance and driver compliance. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (5 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SEMI-TRAILER | 2,080 | 56% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 1,636 | 44% |
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 19 | 1% |
| OTHER | 4 | 0% |
| FULL TRAILER | 3 | 0% |
Trailers (2,083 on record)
Trailers recorded pulling under this carrier's DOT number in FMCSA roadside inspections. Individual trailer plates and VINs are listed in the plate and vehicle sections above.
| Semi-trailer | 2,080 |
| Full Trailer | 3 |
| Utility Trailer | 1,998 |
| Vanguard National | 11 |
| Unpublishe | 9 |
| Utit | 9 |
| Brewer Uti | 6 |
| Utim | 5 |
| Dm Utility | 5 |
| Unknown | 5 |
| CIMC | 3 |
| Cimc Vehic | 3 |
| Hyundai Translead | 3 |
| Trlr | 2 |
| Ut58 | 2 |
| Cimarron M | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
Vehicle makes (16 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Trailer | 337 | 34% |
| Peterbilt | 306 | 31% |
| Utility Trailer Manufacturer | 156 | 16% |
| Volvo Truck | 85 | 9% |
| Kenworth | 50 | 5% |
| Freightliner | 49 | 5% |
| Cimc Reefer Trailer,inc | 4 | 0% |
| Vanguard National | 3 | 0% |
| Utit | 2 | 0% |
| Hyundai Translead | 2 | 0% |
| Cimarron M | 1 | 0% |
| Dm Utility | 1 | 0% |
| CIMC | 1 | 0% |
| Wabash | 1 | 0% |
| Unpublishe | 1 | 0% |
| International | 1 | 0% |
License plates on file (20 shown, most recent first)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P851381 | IL | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 4 | May 2026 |
| P1028012 | IL | Kenworth TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | May 2026 |
| P1311766 | IL | Freightliner TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | May 2026 |
| 992114ST | IL | Utility Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | May 2026 |
| 1005781S | IL | Utit SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | May 2026 |
| 892186ST | IL | Utility Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | May 2026 |
| P808478 | IL | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 11 | May 2026 |
| P871232 | IL | Freightliner TRUCK TRACTOR | 5 | May 2026 |
| P1156270 | IL | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 5 | May 2026 |
| 963597ST | IL | Utility Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | May 2026 |
| 919712ST | IL | Utility Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | May 2026 |
| P1248430 | IL | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | May 2026 |
| 1005715ST | IL | Utility Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | May 2026 |
| P1008403 | IL | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | May 2026 |
| 1005735ST | IL | Utility Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | May 2026 |
| P1126786 | IL | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | May 2026 |
| P 1270483 | IL | Kenworth TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | May 2026 |
| P1074804 | IL | Kenworth TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | May 2026 |
| P1168702 | IL | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | May 2026 |
| P1197246 | IL | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | May 2026 |
Plate registrations span 14 states: IL (3683) · UK (28) · ME (8) · ON (7) · IN (5) · GA (2) · AL (2) · MS (1) · …
Recent active vehicles (12 shown of 3,742)
Showing the most recently active 12 vehicles. Full fleet records are available via direct VIN search.
Fleet data is aggregated from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling window). Vehicles inspected under this carrier's DOT number are listed. A VIN can appear under multiple carriers over its lifetime if leased, sold, or operated by different fleets at different times. Recall status is VIN-specific — use the NHTSA recall lookup linked on each vehicle above to see whether a given VIN has open (unremedied) recalls, or verify with the OEM dealer.
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
3,533
Inspections
24 months
814
Violations
Total found
105
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.3%)
✓ Better than national average (-19.0%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/21/2026 | MT | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/20/2026 | CA | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/19/2026 | IA | Driver Only | 2 | ✓ |
| 07/19/2026 | IL | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/19/2026 | TN | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/18/2026 | MO | Full | 1 | ✓ |
| 07/17/2026 | IN | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 07/16/2026 | AZ | Full | 1 | ✓ |
| 07/16/2026 | ID | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/16/2026 | MS | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/16/2026 | MO | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/16/2026 | IL | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/16/2026 | TN | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/16/2026 | IL | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/15/2026 | MD | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
Showing 15 of 3,533 inspections.
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$1 Million
TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA
Cargo
Self-Insured / N/A
FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO.
Bond
Self-Insured / N/A
RLI INSURANCE COMPANY
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | 91X | 0R536531 | $1 Million | 04/14/2025 |
| Cargo | FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | 34 | MXI 97907160 | Self-Insured / N/A | 12/31/2003 |
| Bond / Surety | RLI INSURANCE COMPANY | 84 | CMS0102440 | Self-Insured / N/A | 10/01/2013 |
View Insurance History (14 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROYAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | PST343044 | 12/31/2001 | 12/31/2003 | TERM/REPL | |
| FACTORY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | FB616 | 12/31/1999 | 12/31/2001 | TERM/REPL | |
| RLI INSURANCE COMPANY | OMS209436 | 09/09/2002 | 11/02/2013 | TERM/CANCL | |
| WESTERN SURETY COMPANY | 68645502 | 09/25/1997 | 10/20/2002 | TERM/CANCL | |
| RLI INSURANCE COMPANY | OMS209436 | 09/09/2002 | 10/01/2013 | TERM/REPL | |
| WESTERN SURETY COMPANY | 68645502 | 09/25/1997 | 09/09/2002 | TERM/REPL | |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | TC2J-CAP-118D4187-TIL-13 | 01/01/2012 | 04/14/2025 | TERM/REPL | |
| AMERICAN MOTORISTS INSURANCE CO. | F5R 006 165 01 | 01/01/1999 | 03/01/2001 | TERM/REPL | |
| SENTRY INSURANCE COMPANY | 90-03240-04, -05, -06 | 03/01/2001 | 02/26/2012 | TERM/CANCL | |
| ROYAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | PST343044 | 12/31/2001 | 01/28/2004 | TERM/CANCL | |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | TC2J-CAP-118D4187-TIL-12 | 01/01/2012 | 01/01/2012 | TERM/REPL | |
| SENTRY INSURANCE COMPANY | 90-03240-04, -05, -06 | 03/01/2001 | 01/01/2012 | TERM/REPL | |
| AMERICAN MOTORISTS INSURANCE CO. | F5R 006 165 00 | 01/01/1995 | 01/01/1999 | TERM/REPL | |
| WAUSAU UNDERWRITERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 0224 02 074374 | 10/08/1993 | 01/01/1995 | TERM/REPL |
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Crash History
112
Total Crashes
6
Fatalities
48
Injuries
109
Tow-Aways
112 FMCSA-recordable · 1 hazmat-involved
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/14/2026 | OH | SCIOTO (TOWNSHIP OF), OH | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 07/01/2026 | NV | RENO, NV | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 06/04/2026 | PA | UPPER MACUNGIE TOWNSHIP, PA | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 05/20/2026 | MO | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 05/12/2026 | IN | INDIANAPOLIS, IN | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 05/03/2026 | TX | NOT LISTED, TX | 0 | 2 | Yes |
| 04/22/2026 | PA | MURRYSVILLE MUNICIPALITY, PA | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 03/27/2026 | KS | Not Reported, KS | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 03/25/2026 | WI | OCONOMOWOC, WI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 03/17/2026 | IL | New Lenox Twp, IL | 0 | 3 | Yes |
| 03/16/2026 | MO | RIVERSIDE, MO | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 03/16/2026 | OH | FREEDOM (TOWNSHIP OF), OH | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 03/10/2026 | CA | CA | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 03/02/2026 | NC | MOORESVILLE, NC | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 02/25/2026 | IN | CONNERSVILLE, IN | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 02/24/2026 | MN | MAPLE GROVE, MN | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 02/10/2026 | CA | SACRAMENTO, CA | 0 | 2 | Yes |
| 01/30/2026 | AR | RURAL(SEVIER COUNTY), AR | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 01/25/2026 | IL | McClellan Twp, IL | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 01/17/2026 | PA | NORTH HUNTINGDON TOWNSHIP, PA | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 01/16/2026 | MO | KANSAS CITY, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 01/06/2026 | IL | Ross Twp, IL | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 01/02/2026 | WA | LAKEWOOD, WA | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 12/28/2025 | TN | NASHVILLE, TN | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 12/23/2025 | TN | NOT IN CITY LIMIT, TN | 0 | 0 | Yes |
Showing 25 of 112 crash records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does DOT TRANSPORTATION INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, DOT TRANSPORTATION INC is inferred to operate: Reefer, Tanker, Hopper / Grain, Intermodal, Box Truck and Doubles/Triples.
Is DOT TRANSPORTATION INC's authority currently active?
DOT TRANSPORTATION INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has DOT TRANSPORTATION INC been in business?
DOT TRANSPORTATION INC has been registered with the FMCSA since October 1990, making their authority approximately 35 years, 9 months old.
Where is DOT TRANSPORTATION INC located?
DOT TRANSPORTATION INC is physically located at 1 DOT WAY, MT STERLING, IL 62353.
Roadside Inspection History 3,533 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
DOT TRANSPORTATION INC has been inspected 3,533 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in IL, TN, CA. Out of these, 96 inspections (about 3%) resulted in an out-of-service order — meaning the truck or driver was held until a violation was fixed. The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is roughly 21%. The most frequently cited violation is 392.2-SLLS2 (State/local laws — Speeding 6-10 mph over limit) — 53 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-21 | MT | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-20 | CA | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-19 | IA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | — |
| 2026-07-19 | IL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-19 | TN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-18 | MO | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 1 | — |
| 2026-07-17 | IN | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2026-07-16 | AZ | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 1 | — |
| 2026-07-16 | ID | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-16 | MS | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-16 | MO | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-16 | IL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-16 | TN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-16 | IL | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | MD | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | IL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | TN | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | OH | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | NV | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | CA | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-14 | IN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-07-14 | NY | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | — |
| 2026-07-14 | NV | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-14 | IL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-14 | IL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
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Most-Cited Violations
Top 10 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
Roadside Violation Profile
Across FMCSA roadside inspections (rolling 24 months), DOT TRANSPORTATION INC was cited for 577 violations, of which 102 (18%) placed a driver or vehicle out of service.
| BASIC category | Violations | Out-of-service |
|---|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | 253 | 0 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 224 | 95 |
| Hours-of-Service Compliance | 89 | 1 |
| Driver Fitness | 6 | 5 |
| Hazardous Materials Compliance | 5 | 1 |
Source: FMCSA roadside-inspection violation records (rolling 24-month summary). Counts reflect citations across all inspections under this carrier's DOT number; see Inspection History for individual inspection events. Violation severity and CSA percentile scores are shown in the Safety & Compliance section.
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