U S Pipeline INC
Houston, TX
Profile data updated Feb 4, 2025 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Healthy
FMCSA data ↓
82
Power Units
48
Drivers
FMCSA since 1994 (32 yrs)
Authority Age
S
Safety Rating
Company Overview
U S PIPELINE INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since March 1994. Based in Houston, TX, they operate a fleet of 82 power units with 48 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Step Deck / RGN, Dump Truck, Oilfield / Heavy, Dry Van and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, U S Pipeline INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 52 | 0 | 0 | 52 |
| Tractors | 17 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Trailers | 206 | 0 | 0 | 206 |
| School Bus 9-15 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
Authorized Cargo Types
U S Pipeline INC is authorized to transport the following 5 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 48
MCS-150 Mileage: 490,000 miles (2024)
Driver Information
48
Total Drivers
48
CDL Drivers
48
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by U S PIPELINE INC
13 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Apr 30, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Peterbilt, Ford, Talb. Equipment breakdown: 5 SEMI-TRAILER, 4 STRAIGHT TRUCK, 4 TRUCK TRACTOR. Out-of-service rate is 7.7%. Some inspections found brake, tire, or hours-of-service issues. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (3 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SEMI-TRAILER | 5 | 38% |
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 4 | 31% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 4 | 31% |
Vehicle makes (8 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Peterbilt | 4 | 31% |
| Ford | 2 | 15% |
| Talb | 2 | 15% |
| Unpublishe | 1 | 8% |
| Great Dane | 1 | 8% |
| Freightliner | 1 | 8% |
| Truk | 1 | 8% |
| UNK | 1 | 8% |
License plates on file (13 shown)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81323V | OK | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Apr 2026 |
| AV4393 | OK | UNPUBLISHE SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Apr 2026 |
| R461587 | TX | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 6959GV | OK | GREAT DANE SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| BN5353 | OK | TALB SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Oct 2024 |
| R461274 | TX | PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Oct 2024 |
| K116004 | TX | FRHT STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Oct 2024 |
| K102646 | TX | TRUK STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Oct 2024 |
| R461273 | TX | PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Jul 2024 |
| 9495GV | OK | UNK SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Jul 2024 |
| R461584 | TX | PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Jun 2024 |
| BN4996 | OK | TALB SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Jun 2024 |
| K116005 | TX | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | May 2024 |
Plate registrations span 2 states: TX (7) · OK (6)
Recent active vehicles (12 shown of 13)
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. For VIN-specific recall service status, verify directly with the OEM dealer or NHTSA.gov/recalls.
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Safety Performance
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
5
Inspections
24 months
6
Violations
Total found
1
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.5%)
✓ Better than national average (-1.7%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/30/2026 | PA | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/20/2026 | OH | Walk-Around | 2 | ✓ |
| 10/30/2024 | PA | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 10/15/2024 | PA | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 10/03/2024 | AL | Walk-Around | 3 | 1 |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does U S PIPELINE INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, U S PIPELINE INC is inferred to operate: Step Deck / RGN, Dump Truck, Oilfield / Heavy, Dry Van and Box Truck.
Is U S PIPELINE INC's authority currently active?
U S PIPELINE INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has U S PIPELINE INC been in business?
U S PIPELINE INC has been registered with the FMCSA since March 1994, making their authority approximately 32 years, 3 months old.
Where is U S PIPELINE INC located?
U S PIPELINE INC is physically located at 8100 WASHINGTON AVENUE SUITE 200, HOUSTON, TX 77007.
Roadside Inspection History 5 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
U S PIPELINE INC has been inspected 5 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in PA, AL, OH. Out of these, 1 inspections (about 20%) 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-SLLED — 1 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-30 | PA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-02-20 | OH | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | — |
| 2024-10-30 | PA | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2024-10-15 | PA | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2024-10-03 | AL | Level 2 · Walk-around | 3 | OOS · 1 |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 6 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
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