Groot INC
Phone (847) 734-6406Mccook, IL
Find this carrier by: Groot · USDOT 453489 · 847-734-6406 · 8477346406 · Mccook, IL
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- USDOT
- USDOT453489
- MC
- None
- Registered
- 1991 · 35 yrs
- Location
- Mccook, IL
- MCS-150 filed
- Apr 16, 2024
USDOT registration
Active
Registration status; not operating authority
Authority record
No filing shown
Check current status in Motus
Insurance record
No filing shown
Does not establish uninsured status
Safety rating
Not rated
No safety rating available; not a safety verdict
Overview
The short version and the key numbers.
Groot INC is an active motor carrier based in Mccook, IL, registered with FMCSA under USDOT 453489. Phone: (847) 734-6406. It reports 230 power units and 224 drivers on its MCS-150 (Apr 16, 2024). In the last 24 months it had 5 roadside inspections, a 60% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.9%) and 7 reportable crashes.
USDOT 453489 was first registered with FMCSA on Jul 26, 1991 (35 years ago), and its most recent MCS-150 filing is dated Apr 16, 2024. Its vehicles were inspected 5 times on record, most recently on Aug 7, 2026, most often in IL.
Equipment on record
VIN = decoded from the carrier's vehicles · Inspection = seen at roadside inspections · MCS-150 = filed by the carrier
Dates behind this profile
- MCS-150 filing
- Apr 16, 2024
- Registration record changed
- Oct 29, 2026
- Latest inspection recorded
- Aug 7, 2026
- Latest crash recorded
- Aug 24, 2026
- Latest vehicle observation
- Aug 7, 2026
Each date applies to its own record. A registration change does not mean every filing changed. An inspection or vehicle observation describes that date, not continuous operation today.
USDOT registration and operating authority are different records. A crash entry records involvement, not a finding of fault. Missing information is not a clean safety record.
Company details
Filed identity, officers, contacts and registration details.
Company identity & officers
- Company officer
- Jackman Worthing
- Legal name
- Groot INC
- Organization
- Corporation
- Classification
- Private (Property)
- Registered as
- Motor Carrier
Registration & filings
- USDOT number
- 453489
- Docket numbers
- None on file
- Registered
- Jul 26, 1991 (35 yrs)
- D&B (DUNS)
- 92423870
- Last MCS-150
- Apr 16, 2024
- Usual MCS-150 schedule
- September 2026 (see temporary relief below)
- Operation
- Interstate
- Hazmat, as filed
- No
- Passenger carrier, as filed
- Not available
FMCSA currently provides additional time for biennial updates due on or after June 1, 2026 and suspends USDOT inactivation for those missed updates. The usual schedule above does not establish a violation. Read our update guide and the cited FMCSA notice (guidance checked October 20, 2026).
Carriers in Mccook, IL
- USDOT registrations in Mccook
- 55
- Currently active
- 25 (45%)
- One-truck operations
- 21 (38%)
- With for-hire authority
- 44 (80%)
- Registered in the last 12 months
- 0
From FMCSA census records as of Nov 13, 2026. This carrier reports 230 power units against a local average of 50.5.
Find this carrier by
- USDOT
- 453489
- D&B (DUNS)
- 92423870
- Phone
- (847) 734-6406847-734-64068477346406
- Fax
- (847) 734-6425847-734-64258477346425
- tmandziara@groot.com
- Website
- groot.com
- Officers
- Jackman Worthing
- Legal name
- Groot INC
- Address
- 8475 W 53 Rd Street, Mccook, IL 60525
- Mailing address
- 2500 Landmeier Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007-5924
- VINs inspected under this USDOT
- 1M2TE7GC4NM001428, 1M2GR3GC2LM019728, 1M2TE2GC2NM006954, 1M2LR2GC2KM001401, 1M2AX13CXEM026659
Available registration and contact identifiers. Vehicle identifiers below are a recent sample; open a VIN or plate to see its dated records.
Legitimacy check
A quick screen from public records. A flag is a reason to verify, not proof of wrongdoing.
- Pass: Not on the U.S. sanctions list
Name does not match the Treasury OFAC list.
- Pass: USDOT registration is active
FMCSA lists USDOT 453489 as active.
- No data: No authority filing shown
This is not a finding of unauthorized operation. Requirements depend on the operation; verify the current registration in Motus.
- Pass: No federal out-of-service orders
None on record for this USDOT.
- Pass: No prior revocation linked
No earlier revoked USDOT is linked to this one.
Connected companies
Other USDOT numbers that share an officer, phone or address with this carrier. A match is a lead to check, not proof.
- Groot Recycling And Waste Service INCUSDOT 564822 · Elk Grove Village, ILSame officerActivePossible link
Matched on FMCSA filings: company officer names, phone and physical address. Large fleets and shared office buildings can match by chance.
Authority & insurance
Stored filing details and guidance for checking current status.
FMCSA filing records
Authority, insurance and notice records can include earlier filings. Read each recorded status and effective date; a filing alone does not confirm current authority or insurance coverage. Missing records do not establish unauthorized operation or missing insurance.
Amounts are shown exactly as filed, without scaling or currency conversion. Confirm coverage and amounts with the insurer.
Operating authority
0 available records · FMCSA release date: Nov 12, 2026. The release date applies to this collection, not the effective date of every filing.
No matching filings available here. This does not establish that no filing exists.
Insurance filings
0 available records · FMCSA release date: Nov 12, 2026. The release date applies to this collection, not the effective date of every filing.
No matching filings available here. This does not establish that no filing exists.
Suspension and revocation notices
0 available records · FMCSA release date: Nov 12, 2026. The release date applies to this collection, not the effective date of every filing.
No matching filings available here. This does not establish that no filing exists.
Insurance history
0 available records · FMCSA release date: Nov 12, 2026. The release date applies to this collection, not the effective date of every filing.
No matching filings available here. This does not establish that no filing exists.
Earlier FMCSA filing records
These records may omit later filings. Their presence does not establish current authority or coverage. Missing records do not establish that a carrier is unauthorized or uninsured. Check current records in FMCSA Motus, then confirm coverage directly with the insurer. Follow the verification guide and its FMCSA sources. Guidance checked October 20, 2026.
Safety
FMCSA's rating and how this carrier compares with the national average.
Safety rating
- Rating
- Not rated
- Driver inspections (24 mo)
- 5 (1 out of service)
- Vehicle inspections (24 mo)
- 5 (3 out of service)
Out-of-service rates (24 months)
FMCSA BASICs
| Category | Percentile | Measure | Inspections with violation | Acute / critical | Alert |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | Not public | 0 | 0 | No | Not available |
| Hours-of-Service | Not public | 0 | 0 | No | Not available |
| Driver Fitness | Not public | 1 | 1 | No | Not available |
| Controlled Substances | Not public | 0 | 0 | No | Not available |
| Vehicle Maintenance | Not public | 2.22 | 4 | No | Not available |
Percentile: 0 is best, 100 is worst. FMCSA flags an alert above its threshold (65–80% depending on category). Some property-carrier percentiles are not public.
Most-cited violations, in plain English
| Code | What it means | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|
| 393.134 | — | 2 | 2 |
| 393.47E | Clamp/brake out of adjustment | 2 | 0 |
| 390.21TB | — | 1 | 0 |
| 391.49J | — | 1 | 1 |
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | — | 1 | 0 |
| 392.2-SLLEWG2 | — | 1 | 0 |
Inspections & crashes
Roadside inspections and reportable crashes in the last 24 months.
Inspection, violation and out-of-service counts: FMCSA 24-month inspection record, as of Nov 13, 2026. Crash counts: FMCSA crash file, 24-month rolling window (7 records, Nov 15, 2024 to Aug 24, 2026). "Fatal crashes" counts crashes with at least one death; "Deaths" counts people killed (4 people were injured).
Most recent
- Last inspection
- Aug 7, 2026
- Last crash
- Aug 24, 2026
Latest inspections
| Date | Inspection ID | State | Location | Level | Driver viol. / OOS | Vehicle viol. / OOS | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 2026 | 88645915 | IL | Il 64 | Walk-around (Level 2) | 0 / 1 | 0 / 1 | 2 violations
|
| Jul 2, 2026 | 88319026 | IL | Kirk Rd And Fox Chase Dr | Walk-around (Level 2) | 0 / 0 | 0 / 0 | 1 violation
|
| Jul 14, 2025 | 85232939 | IL | I-94 | Walk-around (Level 2) | 0 / 0 | 0 / 0 | 2 violations
|
| Apr 20, 2025 | 84627455 | IL | N. Milwaukee Ave | Full (Level 1) | 0 / 0 | 4 / 1 | 4 violations
|
| Nov 13, 2024 | 83156771 | IL | Il-31 | Walk-around (Level 2) | 0 / 0 | 0 / 1 | 1 violation
|
Latest crashes
| Date | Location | Deaths | Injured | Tow-away | Vehicles | Conditions | Hazmat released | FMCSA recordable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 24, 2026 | Brookfield, IL | 0 | 1 | Yes | 2 | No adverse conditions · Dry · Daylight | No | Yes |
| Mar 25, 2026 | Lyons Twp, IL | 0 | 2 | Yes | 4 | No adverse conditions · Dry · Daylight | Not available | Yes |
| Jan 28, 2026 | Brookfield, IL | 0 | 1 | Yes | 2 | No adverse conditions · Dry · Dark — lit | No | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2025 | St Charles, IL | 0 | 0 | Yes | 2 | Fog · Wet · Daylight | No | Yes |
| Mar 19, 2025 | Elk Grove, IL | 0 | 0 | Yes | 2 | Rain · Wet · Daylight | No | Yes |
| Mar 13, 2025 | Winfield Twp, IL | 0 | 0 | Yes | 2 | No adverse conditions · Dry · Daylight | No | Yes |
| Nov 15, 2024 | Aurora, IL | 0 | 0 | Yes | 2 | No adverse conditions · Dry · Daylight | No | Yes |
A roadside out-of-service finding applies to the inspected driver or vehicle; it is different from a federal order against the carrier. Crash involvement does not determine fault or preventability. Counts cover the stated reporting period, not the carrier’s entire history.
Where its vehicles were inspected
| State | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|
| IL · Illinois | 5 | 3 |
The states where FMCSA recorded roadside inspections for this USDOT. A rough picture of where the fleet runs, not a list of lanes.
Inspections and crashes by year
| Year | Inspections | Violations | Out of service | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| 2025 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 3 |
| 2024 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Fleet & drivers
Filed fleet and driver counts, cargo types, and vehicles observed at inspections.
Vehicles filed on the MCS-150
| Vehicle | Owned | Term leased | Trip leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 223 | 0 | 0 |
| Tractors | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailers | 12 | 0 | 0 |
Drivers
- Total drivers
- 224
- CDL drivers
- 224
- Interstate, over 100 mi
- 0
- Interstate, within 100 mi
- 1
- Intrastate, over 100 mi
- 0
- Intrastate, within 100 mi
- 223
- Leased drivers / month
- Not available
Operations
- Power units
- 230
- Trucks
- 230
- Buses
- 0
- Annual miles
- 1,230,000 (2023)
- Seen at inspections
- 5 trucks
Vehicles inspected under this USDOT
| VIN | Year | Make & model | Type | Plate | Inspections | Last seen | Violations / OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1M2TE7GC4NM001428 | 2022 | Mack Terrapro | Straight Truck | 50714R IL | 1 | Aug 7, 2026 | 2 / 2 |
| 1M2GR3GC2LM019728 | 2020 | Mack Granite | Truck Tractor | 48137R IL | 1 | Jul 2, 2026 | 0 / 0 |
| 1M2TE2GC2NM006954 | 2022 | Mack Terrapro | Straight Truck | P1123967 IL | 1 | Jul 14, 2025 | 1 / 0 |
| 1M2LR2GC2KM001401 | 2019 | Mack Lr | Straight Truck | 46535R IL | 1 | Apr 20, 2025 | 2 / 1 |
| 1M2AX13CXEM026659 | 2014 | Mack GU (Granite) | Straight Truck | 45031R IL | 1 | Nov 13, 2024 | 1 / 1 |
Vehicles recorded at roadside inspections under this USDOT (the carrier operated them; this is not a record of ownership). Open a VIN or plate for its dated carrier associations and available history. Plates can change or be reassigned. Vehicle details reflect filed records and available VIN decoding; these observations are not a complete fleet or ownership history.
Equipment evidence
- Straight TruckInspection 4 straight trucks recorded at roadside inspections
- Tractor-TrailerInspection 1 truck tractor recorded at roadside inspections (trailer body type not decoded)
Cargo carried, as filed
Changes & history
Dated changes, earlier values and filing history for this registration.
Timeline of this registration
- Most recent reportable crash on file.
- Most recent vehicle recorded at a roadside inspection.
- Most recent roadside inspection on file.
- Earliest reportable crash on file.
- First vehicle recorded at a roadside inspection under this USDOT.
- Earliest roadside inspection on file.
- MCS-150 filing on record.
- Registered with FMCSA as USDOT 453489.
Dates come from FMCSA filings and inspection records as filed; a filing date is when FMCSA recorded it, not when an event happened on the road.
MCS-150 filings on record
- MCS-150 filed
Registration
- First registered with FMCSA
- Jul 26, 1991
- Last MCS-150 update
- Apr 16, 2024
Questions & answers
Quick answers, written from this carrier's FMCSA record.
Is Groot INC an active carrier?
The available FMCSA record lists USDOT 453489 as active. Registration is separate from operating authority and insurance coverage.
What is Groot INC's USDOT number?
USDOT 453489. No MC, MX or FF docket number is on file.
How do I contact Groot INC?
As filed with FMCSA: phone (847) 734-6406; fax (847) 734-6425; email tmandziara@groot.com; address 8475 W 53 Rd Street, Mccook, IL 60525; mailing address 2500 Landmeier Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007-5924.
Does Groot INC have a website?
Yes — groot.com.
What is Groot INC's safety rating?
No FMCSA safety rating is available here. Not rated does not mean safe or unsafe.
How many trucks and drivers does Groot INC have?
Power units: 230; drivers: 224, as filed on its MCS-150 (Apr 16, 2024).
What does Groot INC haul?
Its FMCSA filing lists these cargo types: garbage/refuse, paper products.
What equipment does Groot INC operate?
On government records: Straight Truck (4 straight trucks recorded at roadside inspections); Tractor-Trailer (1 truck tractor recorded at roadside inspections (trailer body type not decoded)).
How many inspections and crashes has Groot INC had?
Inspections: 5; crashes recorded: 7, in the available 24-month records.
What is the usual MCS-150 update schedule for Groot INC?
The usual USDOT-digit schedule gives September 2026. The latest filing stored here is Apr 16, 2024. FMCSA currently gives extra time for biennial updates due on or after June 1, 2026 and has suspended inactivation for those missed updates. This calculated date is not a finding of noncompliance. Check the linked FMCSA notice for changes.
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