ARTCO LLC
USDOT 1984143 • 16523 STATE ROUTE 124, PIKETON, OH, 45661
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-705400 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jul 24, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR3400000491 | ON FILE | Jun 10, 2025 | Aug 16, 2025 |
Insurance History (5 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR3400000491 | REPLACED | May 16, 2025 | Jun 10, 2025 |
| WESTFIELD INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TRA 5668374 | CANCELLED | Mar 26, 2019 | Mar 26, 2025 |
| WESTFIELD INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CWP 5 668 374 | CANCELLED | Jan 25, 2011 | May 26, 2019 |
| WESTFIELD INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CWP 5 668 374 | REPLACED | Jan 25, 2011 | Mar 26, 2019 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTO0127264 | CANCELLED | Jan 25, 2010 | Jan 25, 2011 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR3400000491 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 16, 2025 | Aug 16, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR3400000491 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 10, 2025 | Jun 10, 2025 |
| CANCEL | WESTFIELD INSURANCE CO. | TRA 5668374 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 26, 2025 | Mar 26, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | WESTFIELD INSURANCE CO. | CWP 5 668 374 | BIPD/Primary | May 26, 2019 | May 26, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | WESTFIELD INSURANCE CO. | CWP 5 668 374 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 26, 2019 | Mar 26, 2019 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CTO0127264 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2011 | Jan 25, 2011 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-705400 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC705400 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 21, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 24, 2025 |
| MC705400 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | May 29, 2025 | — | Unknown |
| MC705400 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Sep 6, 2012 | REVOKED | Apr 1, 2025 |
| MC705400 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 29, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 25, 2011 |
| MC705400 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 11, 2010 | REVOKED | Aug 5, 2012 |
Out-of-Service Orders (1)
| OOS Date | Reason | Status | Rescinded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 2012 | Unsatisfactory = Unfit | ACTIVE | Aug 7, 2012 |
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
4 states • 43 inspections
Violation Summary (128 violations from 43 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 18 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 16 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 9 | 3 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 7 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 5 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 3 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205(a) | Wheel/rim defective | 3 | 3 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSIR | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209(d) | Wheel fasteners loose/missing | 2 | 2 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.42(a) | Brakes - parking brake defective | 2 | 2 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83(h) | Exhaust - Not securely fastened to the vehicle | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(c) | Leaf spring assembly defective/missing | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51A-SIN | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.75A1-TEPBM | Tires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.207A-STCB | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70B1I-CDFWFMI-LT20 | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.116B-CL | Cargo securement - intermodal containers | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LSLMWR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.51C-BAPG | Steering wheel free play excessive | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11B-CSRIGRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.116C-CL | Cargo securement - intermodal containers | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LRLMWR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.70(c) | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70(d) | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203(c) | Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.65 | Tires - flat/audibly leaking | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.17 | 390.17 | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(2) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.116 | Cargo securement - intermodal containers | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.104(b) | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | 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 (43 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
7 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (7 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 10, 2025 | KY | INJURY | 0 | 2 | ASHLAND | US0023 | ...BF1315 | ARTCO LLC |
| Nov 15, 2023 | OH | FATAL | 1 | 1 | MORGAN (TOWNSHIP OF) | SR 104 | ...308467 | ARTCO LLC |
| Jul 14, 2018 | WV | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 4, 2017 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 29, 2017 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 27, 2012 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 13, 2010 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
16 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records