This carrier's authority is currently Inactive
The FMCSA records show this carrier does not have active operating authority. Information shown reflects the last known data.
Richard Barton
Pinnacle, NC
DBA: RICK'S LIGHTING REPAIR
Richard Barton is an inactive motor carrier based in Pinnacle, NC, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 2985983. It reports 1 power unit and 1 driver. No roadside inspections are on record for the last 24 months.
- USDOT
- 2985983
- MC
- None on file
- Status
- Inactive
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Operation
- Interstate
- Based in
- Pinnacle, NC
- Power units
- 1
- Drivers
- 1
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 0
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 0
- Vehicle OOS rate
- —
- Safety rating
- Not rated
Profile data updated Mar 16, 2017
Trust Score
Not enough data
FMCSA data ↓
1
Power Units
1
Drivers
FMCSA since 2017 (9 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
What this FMCSA record shows
- Registered with FMCSA in March 2017, about 9 years ago, so it is past the 18-month new-entrant period.
- No roadside inspections in the last 24 months. That is common for new, small or local carriers, but it also means there is no out-of-service rate to judge. Ask for a current certificate of insurance and confirm active authority before tendering a load.
- 107 other USDOT registrations list Pinnacle, NC as their physical address.
Equipment
What Richard Barton runs, and the government record each item comes from:
- Straight Truck Filed on MCS-150 1 straight truck filed on its MCS-150
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Richard Barton is authorized to transport the following 2 cargo types:
Operations Scope
Driver Information
1
Total Drivers
1
Interstate Drivers
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does RICHARD BARTON operate?
RICHARD BARTON's equipment on government records: Straight Truck (1 straight truck filed on its MCS-150).
Is RICHARD BARTON's authority currently active?
RICHARD BARTON's operating authority is currently listed as "Inactive" with the FMCSA. This means they may not be authorized to operate as a for-hire carrier.
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Carrier History & Continuity
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Other USDOT Registrations Sharing Officer Names (5)
Officer names listed on this carrier's MCS-150 also appear on the following USDOT registrations in FMCSA's public database. Common names may match unrelated individuals; this is a research starting point, not an accusation. Always verify directly with FMCSA before drawing conclusions.
SOUTHWEST AMERICAN TRUCK PARTS LLC
DOT 2878179 · ARIEL, WA
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DOT 2530688 · MCCLELLAN, CA
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N HUNT MOORE AND ASSOCIATES INC
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