SIGNATURE TRANSPORT INC
USDOT 1637774 • 2205 PARROTT WAY STE A, KELSO, WA, 98626
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-603615 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jun 3, 2025 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP59781A | ON FILE | Jun 1, 2020 | Jun 1, 2025 |
| UNIGARD INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CM012578 | ON FILE | Jul 1, 2008 | Jun 6, 2014 |
Insurance History (13 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALASKA NATIONAL INSURANCE CO | BIPD/Primary | 18F AT 31223 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2018 | Jun 28, 2020 |
| ALASKA NATIONAL INSURANCE CO | BIPD/Primary | 18F AT 31223 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2018 | Jun 1, 2020 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP6014335BNPG | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2014 | Jun 1, 2018 |
| UNIGARD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CM012578 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2008 | Jun 6, 2014 |
| UNIGARD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CM012578 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2008 | Jun 1, 2014 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | MCP2691635R | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2007 | Jun 1, 2007 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | MCP2691635R | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2007 | Jun 29, 2007 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP2691635R | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2007 | Jul 7, 2008 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP2691635R | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2007 | Jun 1, 2008 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | CARGO | QT 660-0694B174 TIL 07 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2007 | Jul 1, 2008 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | CARGO | QT 660-0694B174 TIL 07 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2007 | Aug 14, 2008 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | CARGO | QT 660-0693B80A-TIL-07 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2007 | Jun 1, 2007 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | CARGO | QT 660-0693B80A-TIL-07 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2007 | Jul 11, 2007 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP59781A | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2025 | Jun 1, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | ALASKA NATIONAL INSURANCE CO | 18F AT 31223 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 28, 2020 | Jun 28, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | ALASKA NATIONAL INSURANCE CO | 18F AT 31223 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2020 | Jun 1, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | MCP6014335BNPG | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2018 | Jun 1, 2018 |
| TERM/CANCL | UNIGARD INSURANCE COMPANY | CM012578 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 6, 2014 | Jun 6, 2014 |
| CANCEL | UNIGARD INSURANCE COMPANY | CM012578 | CARGO | Jun 6, 2014 | Jun 6, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | UNIGARD INSURANCE COMPANY | CM012578 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2014 | Jun 1, 2014 |
| TERM/CANCL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT 660-0694B174 TIL 07 | CARGO | Aug 14, 2008 | Aug 14, 2008 |
| TERM/CANCL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | MCP2691635R | BIPD/Primary | Jul 7, 2008 | Jul 7, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT 660-0694B174 TIL 07 | CARGO | Jul 1, 2008 | Jul 1, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | MCP2691635R | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2008 | Jun 1, 2008 |
| TERM/CANCL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT 660-0693B80A-TIL-07 | CARGO | Jul 11, 2007 | Jul 11, 2007 |
| TERM/CANCL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | MCP2691635R | CARGO | Jun 29, 2007 | Jun 29, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | MCP2691635R | CARGO | Jun 1, 2007 | Jun 1, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT 660-0693B80A-TIL-07 | CARGO | Jun 1, 2007 | Jun 1, 2007 |
Authority Action History (3 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC603615 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 5, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 3, 2025 |
| MC603615 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 18, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 25, 2008 |
| MC603615 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 1, 2007 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
2 states • 67 inspections
Violation Summary (106 violations from 67 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 38 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 2 | 2 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100(b) | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 2 | 2 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALR | Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A2-C | Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.104F3-C | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.110B1-C | Cargo securement - logs | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLILC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:387.301(a) | 387.301(a) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(4) | Tire-cut exposing ply and/or belt material | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78(a) | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9(a)(2) | Failing to secure vehicle equipment | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104B-C | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209D-STPAL | Wheel fasteners loose/missing | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D3-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-L | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205(a) | Wheel/rim defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (67 inspections)
Showing 50 of 67
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 23, 2024 | WA | TOW | 0 | 0 | VANCOUVER | I-205*030.00 | ...KE3495 | SIGNATURE TRANSPORT INC |
| Jun 7, 2024 | WA | TOW | 0 | 0 | VANCOUVER | I-5*002.00 | ...AC4707 | SIGNATURE TRANSPORT INC |
| Apr 9, 2024 | WA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | CASTLE ROCK | I-5*056.50 | ...HN7577 | SIGNATURE TRANSPORT INC |
| Apr 4, 2024 | OR | INJURY | 0 | 1 | 8.69 N TERREBONNE | HWY 97 .75 N SW MONROE LN | ...HK6353 | SIGNATURE TRANSPORT INC |
| Nov 13, 2023 | WA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | KELSO | I-5*033.00 | ...BP9880 | SIGNATURE TRANSPORT INC |
| Oct 14, 2023 | OR | TOW | 0 | 0 | 12.83 E PENDLETON | I-84 .15 E POVERTY FLATS RD EXIT | ...480360 | SIGNATURE TRANSPORT INC |
| Sep 29, 2023 | OR | TOW | 0 | 0 | 5.56 N ALBANY | I-5 .02 N DEVER CONNER ON RAMP | ...K14059 | SIGNATURE TRANSPORT INC |
| Sep 25, 2023 | WA | TOW | 0 | 0 | FIFE | I-5*131.10 | ...G64235 | SIGNATURE TRANSPORT INC |
| Aug 2, 2023 | OR | TOW | 0 | 0 | PORTLAND | N PORTLAND RD & N MARINE DR | ...FA2531 | SIGNATURE TRANSPORT INC |
| Jun 23, 2023 | OR | TOW | 0 | 0 | PORTLAND | I-5 .67 N TERWILLIGER RD ON RAMP | ...BP9855 | SIGNATURE TRANSPORT INC |
| Jan 19, 2023 | OR | TOW | 0 | 0 | 1.4 S LAFAYETTE | SE LAFAYETTE HWY .08 N SE LOOP RD | ...BP9855 | SIGNATURE TRANSPORT INC |
| Oct 28, 2022 | OR | TOW | 0 | 0 | .21 W RAINIER | HWY 30 .13 W LEWIS & CLARK BRISGE ON RAMP | ...AM6743 | SIGNATURE TRANSPORT INC |
| Sep 28, 2022 | OR | INJURY | 0 | 1 | 9.15 E BUCKS CORNER | I-84 1.19 W WELLS STATION RD ON RAMP | ...NW5315 | SIGNATURE TRANSPORT INC |
| Mar 17, 2021 | OR | TOW | 0 | 0 | .06 W DAYTON | .03 N HWY 18KREDER RD | ...W20500 | SIGNATURE TRANSPORT INC |
| Jan 28, 2021 | OR | TOW | 0 | 0 | 1.28 N KLAMATH FALLS | HWY 97 .23 S COVE POINT RD | ...FU2470 | SIGNATURE TRANSPORT INC |
| Dec 17, 2020 | WA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 15, 2020 | OR | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 19, 2020 | OR | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 26, 2019 | WA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 19, 2019 | OR | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 7, 2019 | OR | FATAL | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 17, 2018 | OR | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 11, 2018 | OR | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 25, 2018 | WA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 30, 2016 | OR | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
41 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
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