THREE CHIMNEY EXPRESS INC
USDOT 1843653 • S2962 THREE CHIMNEY ROAD, VIROQUA, WI, 54665
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals1 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-667934 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jan 6, 2026 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN386408 | ON FILE | Apr 7, 2025 | Jan 9, 2026 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TN630004 | ON FILE | Jan 9, 2009 | Feb 10, 2012 |
Insurance History (13 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN368388 | REPLACED | Jan 9, 2024 | Apr 7, 2025 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN368388 | CANCELLED | Jan 9, 2024 | May 5, 2025 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA964543660 | REPLACED | Jan 9, 2023 | Jan 9, 2024 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP66778A | REPLACED | Jan 9, 2021 | Jan 9, 2023 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP66778A | CANCELLED | Jan 9, 2021 | Feb 7, 2023 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LTO0029638 | REPLACED | Jan 9, 2017 | Jan 9, 2021 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0050255001 | REPLACED | Jan 9, 2016 | Jan 9, 2017 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0048781 | CANCELLED | Jan 9, 2015 | Jan 9, 2016 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0045334 | CANCELLED | Jan 9, 2014 | Jan 9, 2015 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN114881 | REPLACED | Mar 26, 2013 | Jan 9, 2014 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN114881 | CANCELLED | Mar 26, 2013 | Feb 6, 2014 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN630004 | REPLACED | Jan 9, 2009 | Mar 26, 2013 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN630004 | NAME CHANGED | Jan 9, 2009 | Apr 29, 2013 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN386408 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 9, 2026 | Jan 9, 2026 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN368388 | BIPD/Primary | May 5, 2025 | May 5, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN368388 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 7, 2025 | Apr 7, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA964543660 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 9, 2024 | Jan 9, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP66778A | BIPD/Primary | Feb 7, 2023 | Feb 7, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP66778A | BIPD/Primary | Jan 9, 2023 | Jan 9, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | LTO0029638 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 9, 2021 | Jan 9, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0050255001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 9, 2017 | Jan 9, 2017 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0048781 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 9, 2016 | Jan 9, 2016 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0045334 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 9, 2015 | Jan 9, 2015 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN114881 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 6, 2014 | Feb 6, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN114881 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 9, 2014 | Jan 9, 2014 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN630004 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 29, 2013 | Apr 29, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN630004 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 26, 2013 | Mar 26, 2013 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN630004 | CARGO | Feb 10, 2012 | Feb 10, 2012 |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC667934 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 15, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 6, 2026 |
| MC667934 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 14, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 6, 2016 |
| MC667934 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 15, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 6, 2015 |
| MC667934 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 26, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 27, 2013 |
| MC667934 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 29, 2009 | — | 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
7 states • 10 inspections
Violation Summary (43 violations from 10 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 5 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b)(2) | 390.21T(b)(2) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.100(b) | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70(b)(1)(i) | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11(a)(1) | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.19 | Hazard warning signal inoperable | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104(b) | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(a) | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
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 (10 inspections)
| Date | Report # | Station | State | Level | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 11, 2025 | 86597045 | WARSAW IN | IN | Level 3 | REITNOUER SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | 392.2-SLLLR | No |
| Sep 8, 2025 | 85718560 | EAGLEVILLE MO | MO | Level 2 | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | 393.9A-LTSI | Yes |
| Feb 27, 2025 | 83992735 | TILFORD SD | SD | Level 3 | KAUFMAN SEMI-TRAILER | 0 | — | No |
| Sep 24, 2024 | 82800200 | MOORHEAD MN | MN | Level 2 | INTERNATIO TRUCK TRACTOR | 6 | 390.21T(b)(2), 393.100(b), 393.55(c)(1) | Yes |
| Aug 8, 2024 | 82387851 | FORT COLLINS CO | CO | Level 2 | KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | 393.9(a), 393.55(e), 395.8(a) | No |
| May 8, 2024 | 81596827 | SOUTH RANGE WI | WI | Level 1 | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 20 | 393.75(c), 396.17(c), 393.45(b)(2) | Yes |
| Apr 10, 2024 | 81359492 | WORTHINGTON MN | MN | Level 3 | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 0 | — | No |
| Jan 26, 2024 | 80692308 | PLATTE CITY MO | MO | Level 2 | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | 392.2 | No |
| Oct 5, 2023 | 79876912 | DANIELS PORT OF ENTRY | UT | Level 1 | KW TRUCK TRACTOR | 4 | 396.17(c), 396.3(a)(1), 393.75(a) | Yes |
| Apr 6, 2023 | 78295859 | MADISON SWEF | WI | Level 2 | — | 7 | 392.2, 393.9(a), 393.104(b) | Yes |
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
5 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (5 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2025 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | POTOSI | USH 061 NB | ...503391 | THREE CHIMNEY EXPRESS INC |
| Feb 24, 2023 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | SAINT PAUL | ISTH 94 | ...008486 | THREE CHIMNEY EXPRESS INC |
| Jan 31, 2020 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 10, 2012 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 22, 2011 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
21 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records