Gulf States Trucking INC
180
Power Units
153
Drivers
Est. 2008 (17 yrs)
Authority Age
S
Safety Rating
Company Overview
GULF STATES TRUCKING INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since December 2008. Based in CHANNELVIEW, TX, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles) and interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Reefer, Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN, Tanker, Dump Truck, Hopper / Grain, Intermodal and Oilfield / Heavy.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and fleet composition data, Gulf States Trucking INC appears to operate the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 20 | 5 | 0 | 25 |
| Tractors | 5 | 150 | 0 | 155 |
| Trailers | 20 | 800 | 5 | 825 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Gulf States Trucking INC is authorized to transport the following 13 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 133
MCS-150 Mileage: 7,998,369 miles (2022)
Driver Information
153
Total Drivers
133
CDL Drivers
153
Interstate Drivers
Dispatch Services in TX
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Safety Performance
Average
Near national average
O Trucking Safety Grade
167
Inspections
24 months
201
Violations
Total found
41
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-6.4%)
✗ Worse than national average (+2.5%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2025 | TX | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 10/14/2025 | TX | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 10/09/2025 | TX | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 10/01/2025 | TX | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 09/26/2025 | TX | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 09/25/2025 | US | Full | 4 | 1 |
| 09/25/2025 | TX | Walk-Around | 2 | 1 |
| 09/09/2025 | TX | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 09/09/2025 | TX | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 09/04/2025 | TX | Walk-Around | 2 | ✓ |
| 09/03/2025 | NM | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 09/03/2025 | NM | Walk-Around | 1 | 1 |
| 09/03/2025 | CO | Full | 3 | ✓ |
| 08/21/2025 | TX | Walk-Around | 12 | 3 |
| 08/20/2025 | US | Full | 0 | ✓ |
Showing 15 of 167 inspections.
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
No active insurance policies found on file for this carrier.
Check FMCSA Insurance Database →View Insurance History (20 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RLI INSURANCE COMPANY | LFT0013226 | 09/01/2024 | 12/08/2024 | CANCEL | |
| RLI INSURANCE COMPANY | LFT0013227 | 08/01/2025 | 11/16/2025 | CANCEL | |
| RLI INSURANCE COMPANY | LFT0013226 | 08/01/2024 | 09/20/2025 | CANCEL | |
| RLI INSURANCE COMPANY | LFT0013225 | 01/21/2024 | 09/01/2024 | CANCEL | |
| MSA INSURANCE COMPANY | MOJ00142 | 07/15/2011 | 08/11/2011 | TERM/CANCL | |
| MSA INSURANCE COMPANY | MOJ00142 | 07/15/2011 | 08/11/2011 | TERM/CANCL | |
| RLI INSURANCE COMPANY | LFT0013226 | 07/17/2025 | 08/01/2024 | TERM/REPL | |
| RLI INSURANCE COMPANY | LFT0013226 | 06/07/2025 | 08/01/2024 | TERM/REPL | |
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSTRTX00087-00 | 08/01/2018 | 08/01/2019 | CANCEL | |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP05599A | 08/01/2013 | 08/01/2018 | CANCEL | |
| MSA INSURANCE COMPANY | MOJ00733 | 03/15/2013 | 08/01/2013 | CANCEL | |
| MSA INSURANCE COMPANY | MOJ00414 | 08/01/2011 | 08/01/2012 | CANCEL | |
| MSA INSURANCE COMPANY | MOJ00414 | 08/01/2011 | 08/01/2012 | CANCEL | |
| MSA INSURANCE COMPANY | MOJ00142 | 07/15/2011 | 08/01/2011 | TERM/REPL | |
| MSA INSURANCE COMPANY | MOJ00142 | 07/15/2011 | 08/01/2011 | TERM/REPL | |
| RLI INSURANCE COMPANY | LFT0013226 | 06/07/2025 | 07/17/2025 | TERM/CANCL | |
| MSA INSURANCE COMPANY | MOJ00142 | 07/15/2010 | 07/15/2011 | CANCEL | |
| MSA INSURANCE COMPANY | MOJ00142 | 07/15/2010 | 07/15/2011 | CANCEL | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INS. CO. OF ILLINOIS | PRA9450942 | 07/15/2009 | 07/15/2010 | CANCEL | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INS. CO. OF ILLINOIS | PRA9450942 | 07/15/2009 | 07/15/2010 | CANCEL |
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Crash History
10
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
6
Injuries
9
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/02/2025 | TX | DALLAS, TX | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 03/11/2025 | TX | PORT ARTHUR, TX | 0 | 2 | Yes |
| 02/22/2025 | TX | VIDOR, TX | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 02/11/2025 | TX | NOT LISTED, TX | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 02/06/2025 | TX | HOUSTON, TX | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 11/25/2024 | TX | BAYTOWN, TX | 0 | 2 | Yes |
| 11/13/2024 | TX | CONROE, TX | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 09/13/2024 | TX | HOUSTON, TX | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 06/10/2024 | TX | SEABROOK, TX | 0 | 1 | No |
| 05/02/2024 | TX | HOUSTON, TX | 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 GULF STATES TRUCKING INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, GULF STATES TRUCKING INC is inferred to operate: Reefer, Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN, Tanker, Dump Truck, Hopper / Grain, Intermodal and Oilfield / Heavy.
Is GULF STATES TRUCKING INC's authority currently active?
GULF STATES TRUCKING INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has GULF STATES TRUCKING INC been in business?
GULF STATES TRUCKING INC has been registered with the FMCSA since December 2008, making their authority approximately 17 years, 4 months old.
Where is GULF STATES TRUCKING INC located?
GULF STATES TRUCKING INC is physically located at 17131 EAST FWY, CHANNELVIEW, TX 77530.
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