JOHN DEGRAND & SON INC
USDOT 272172 • 430 ISLAND LANE, WEST HAVEN, CT, 06516
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | A9237943 | ON FILE | Feb 3, 2025 | Feb 24, 2025 |
| ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 790001058 | ON FILE | Dec 31, 2006 | Feb 9, 2025 |
| GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | BIPD/Excess | CBA0358406 | ON FILE | Dec 31, 2002 | Jul 30, 2006 |
Insurance History (18 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | A6475847 | REPLACED | Dec 31, 2024 | Feb 3, 2025 |
| ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | B01 QBR849220 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2006 | Jun 1, 2006 |
| ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | B01 QBR849220 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2006 | Dec 31, 2006 |
| ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | B01 QBR849220 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2006 | Jul 27, 2006 |
| ONEBEACON MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 710009935 | CANCELLED | Dec 31, 2005 | Feb 6, 2025 |
| ONEBEACON MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 710009935 | REPLACED | Dec 31, 2005 | Dec 31, 2024 |
| GENERAL CASUALTY INS CO OF ILL | CARGO | CBA 0411817 | REPLACED | Dec 31, 2004 | Jun 1, 2006 |
| GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | CARGO | CBA0358406 | REPLACED | Sep 23, 2004 | Dec 31, 2003 |
| GENERAL CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CBA 035 84 06 | REPLACED | Dec 31, 2003 | Dec 31, 2004 |
| GENERAL CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CBA 035 84 06 | CANCELLED | Dec 31, 2003 | Jan 26, 2005 |
| GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | BIPD/Primary | CBA0358406 | REPLACED | Dec 31, 2002 | Dec 31, 2005 |
| BLUE RIDGE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TR000470 | CANCELLED | Dec 31, 2001 | Mar 14, 2003 |
| AMERICAN & FOREIGN INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | ASP130502 | REPLACED | Dec 31, 1997 | Dec 31, 2001 |
| AMERICAN & FOREIGN INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | ASP 130502 | REPLACED | Dec 31, 1997 | Dec 31, 1997 |
| AMERICAN & FOREIGN INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | ASP 130502 | CANCELLED | Dec 31, 1997 | Oct 18, 2000 |
| ST. PAUL PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 0479329 | CANCELLED | Dec 31, 1993 | Dec 31, 1997 |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GBP002313352 | REPLACED | Aug 31, 1985 | Dec 31, 2003 |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GBP002313352 | CANCELLED | Aug 31, 1985 | Sep 23, 2004 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | A9237943 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 24, 2025 | Feb 24, 2025 |
| CANCEL | ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | 790001058 | CARGO | Feb 9, 2025 | Feb 9, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | ONEBEACON MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | 710009935 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 6, 2025 | Feb 6, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | A6475847 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 3, 2025 | Feb 3, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | ONEBEACON MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | 710009935 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY | B01 QBR849220 | CARGO | Dec 31, 2006 | Dec 31, 2006 |
| CANCEL | GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | CBA0358406 | BIPD/Excess | Jul 30, 2006 | Jul 30, 2006 |
| TERM/CANCL | ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY | B01 QBR849220 | CARGO | Jul 27, 2006 | Jul 27, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY | B01 QBR849220 | CARGO | Jun 1, 2006 | Jun 1, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | GENERAL CASUALTY INS CO OF ILL | CBA 0411817 | CARGO | Jun 1, 2006 | Jun 1, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | CBA0358406 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 31, 2005 | Dec 31, 2005 |
| TERM/CANCL | GENERAL CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CBA 035 84 06 | CARGO | Jan 26, 2005 | Jan 26, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | GENERAL CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CBA 035 84 06 | CARGO | Dec 31, 2004 | Dec 31, 2004 |
| TERM/CANCL | CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | GBP002313352 | CARGO | Sep 23, 2004 | Sep 23, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | GBP002313352 | CARGO | Dec 31, 2003 | Dec 31, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | CBA0358406 | CARGO | Dec 31, 2003 | Dec 31, 2003 |
| CANCEL | BLUE RIDGE INSURANCE COMPANY | TR000470 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 14, 2003 | Mar 14, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN & FOREIGN INSURANCE CO. | ASP130502 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 31, 2001 | Dec 31, 2001 |
| TERM/CANCL | AMERICAN & FOREIGN INSURANCE CO. | ASP 130502 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 18, 2000 | Oct 18, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN & FOREIGN INSURANCE CO. | ASP 130502 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 31, 1997 | Dec 31, 1997 |
| CANCEL | ST. PAUL PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 0479329 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 31, 1997 | Dec 31, 1997 |
Authority Action History (13 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC015100 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Unknown | TRANSFERRED | Nov 2, 1981 |
| MC015100 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 10, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 23, 2025 |
| MC015100 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 10, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 23, 2025 |
| MC015100 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 30, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 19, 2006 |
| MC015100 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 27, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 10, 2004 |
| MC015100 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 9, 2003 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 16, 2003 |
| MC015100 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 9, 2003 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 16, 2003 |
| MC015100 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 8, 1992 | — | Unknown |
| MC015100 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 8, 1992 | — | Unknown |
| MC015100 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Oct 20, 1983 | — | Unknown |
| MC015100 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 8, 1982 | — | Unknown |
| MC015100 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 25, 1982 | — | Unknown |
| MC015100 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REJECTED | Oct 28, 1981 | — | 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 • 39 inspections
Violation Summary (43 violations from 39 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 6 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16B-DPASS | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.82(a)(1) | Texting while driving | 2 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.93A-SBA | Seatbelts - Drivers seatbelt or passenger seatbelt (if equipped) - missing or defective | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8F12-HOSM | 395.8F12-HOSM | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203(b) | Cab/body improperly secured to frame | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21(b) | USDOT number not displayed | 1 | 0 | 3 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.30(b)(1) | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:391.41(a)(1) | 391.41(a)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.4(a) | Use of drugs | 1 | 1 | 10 | Controlled Substances/Alcohol |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(1) | Driver failing to maintain ELD user's manual | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(2) | Driver failing to maintain ELD instruction sheet | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(3) | Driver failed to maintain instruction sheet for ELD malfunction reporting requirements | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(4) | Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.209(d) | Wheel fasteners loose/missing | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.1 | Carrier responsibility for inspection/maintenance | 1 | 0 | 4 | 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 | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201B-FR | Frame - Cab or body mounts loose/broken/missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
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 (39 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
8 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (8 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 16, 2024 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | Ref Marker: | — | JOHN DEGRAND & SON INC |
| Apr 15, 2022 | RI | TOW | 0 | 0 | PROVIDENCE | ROUTE 95 | ...710947 | JOHN DEGRAND & SON INC |
| Jan 11, 2022 | ME | TOW | 0 | 0 | STEUBEN | ROUTE 1 | ...121837 | JOHN DEGRAND & SON INC |
| Aug 31, 2020 | NH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 13, 2018 | VT | FATAL | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 13, 2014 | VT | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 22, 2005 | CT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 28, 2005 | CT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
31 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 31 events