EMCO TRANSPORTATION LLC
USDOT 2823264 • 371 NEVADA STREET, WATERLOO, IA, 50703
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-941809 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jan 30, 2026 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT9250392412 | ON FILE | Feb 1, 2025 | Feb 1, 2026 |
Insurance History (9 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 1000272178 | CANCELLED | Apr 30, 2021 | Feb 12, 2025 |
| WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 1000272178 | REPLACED | Apr 30, 2021 | Feb 1, 2025 |
| WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 1000272178 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2021 | Apr 30, 2021 |
| INTEGRITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 2776448 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2019 | Feb 1, 2021 |
| GRINNELL MUTUAL REINSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 0000775418 | REPLACED | Apr 18, 2016 | Feb 1, 2019 |
| GRINNELL MUTUAL REINSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 0000775418 | REPLACED | Apr 13, 2016 | Apr 18, 2016 |
| PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 2771952 | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 2015 | Apr 15, 2016 |
| PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 2771952 | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2015 | Apr 13, 2016 |
| PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 2771952 | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2015 | Dec 1, 2015 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT9250392412 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2026 | Feb 1, 2026 |
| TERM/CANCL | WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 1000272178 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 12, 2025 | Feb 12, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 1000272178 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2025 | Feb 1, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 1000272178 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 30, 2021 | Apr 30, 2021 |
| CANCEL | INTEGRITY INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 2776448 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2021 | Feb 1, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | GRINNELL MUTUAL REINSURANCE CO. | 0000775418 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2019 | Feb 1, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | GRINNELL MUTUAL REINSURANCE CO. | 0000775418 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 18, 2016 | Apr 18, 2016 |
| TERM/CANCL | PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 2771952 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 15, 2016 | Apr 15, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 2771952 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 13, 2016 | Apr 13, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 2771952 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2015 | Dec 1, 2015 |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC941809 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 5, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 30, 2026 |
| MC941809 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 16, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 31, 2025 |
| MC941809 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 5, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 29, 2021 |
| MC941809 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 21, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 13, 2016 |
| MC941809 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Dec 1, 2015 | — | 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
40 states • 184 inspections
Violation Summary (139 violations from latest 100 of 184 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 8 | 7 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 7 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 7 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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 | 4 | 4 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E1-PC | HOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS | 4 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 3 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51A-LCDLRSWD | CDL disqualification - major offense | 2 | 2 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOLTIS | Tires - All others leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1DLDSYEL | Driveline/Driveshaft - Any yoke-mounting hardware loose (with hand pressure) broken or missing | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A1-TAORETA | Tires - All others has more than one ply exposed in the tread area exceeding 2 square inches. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75I1 | Operating a CMV while weight carried exceeds tire rating due to under-inflation | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A1-TFSMF | Tires - Front sidewall is cut/worn/damaged exposing ply cord | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.95A-LCDL | Restriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | 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 |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BCLMBD | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24D-ELDPT | HOS (ELD) - On request by an authorized safety official a driver must produce and transfer from an ELD the driver's hours of service records in accordance with t | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9T | Inoperable tail lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.4A-DOSP | Use of drugs | 1 | 1 | 10 | Controlled Substances/Alcohol |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55E | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BACM-L6 | Air Brake - Air compressor mounting brackets have missing or loose mounting bolts. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.20BELDNV | Short-haul operations - timecard not maintained | 1 | 0 | 3 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8D9-HOSF | 395.8D9-HOSF | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.207B-AALPME | Frame cracked/broken/sagging | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.71H | License (CDL) - CDL or CLP holder possesses a valid medical certificate but is not on file with the issuing state driver's licensing agency as required | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:172.200A-HMSPS | Hazmat shipping papers missing/inadequate | 1 | 0 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:177.817A-HMSP | Placarding violation | 1 | 1 | 8 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:172.600C2-HMER | Emergency response information not available | 1 | 0 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:177.834A-HMC | General loading/unloading hazmat | 1 | 1 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:173.30-HMCS | 173.30-HMCS | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.80A | Exhaust system defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:107.608B-HMAMC | 107.608B-HMAMC | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown |
| FMCSR:393.201A-VURB | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209B-STWLOOS | Hub/bearing defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:172.301A1-HMMS | Hazmat marking on packages defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:172.400A1-HML | Hazmat labeling on packages | 1 | 0 | 5 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:177.823A-HMTVMMCNID | Movement of damaged hazmat packages | 1 | 1 | 9 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:177.823A-HMPMCNP50% | Movement of damaged hazmat packages | 1 | 1 | 9 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDL | Endorsements - (CDL) - Operate a CMV without proper endorsements on operators license | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:387.301A | 387.301A | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.9BRKLAMP | Inoperative Brake Lamps | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2LC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLMF | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11LR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24(c)(2)(iii) | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A1-TEPBM | Tires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30(b)(1) | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | 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 (184 inspections)
Showing 50 of 184
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
17 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (17 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2025 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | WATERLOO | I 380 S AND US 218 S AND EAST | ...298231 | EMCO TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Feb 27, 2025 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | MAUMEE | US 24 | ...084416 | EMCO TRANSPORTION LLC |
| Dec 19, 2024 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | 29 AVE MEASURING 3145 FEET EAS | ...100310 | EMCO TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Dec 6, 2024 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | EVANSVILLE | US HWY 41 | ...716147 | EMCO TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Sep 27, 2024 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | HEAVENER | US-259 | ...772791 | EMCO TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Jun 11, 2024 | OK | INJURY | 0 | 1 | ADAIR | HWY 69 AND HWY 28 | ...085489 | EMCO TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Mar 27, 2024 | AZ | TOW | 0 | 0 | WILLIAMS | GRAND CANYON BLVD@FOREST SERVICE 233 RD | ...077327 | EMCO TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Jan 18, 2024 | WA | TOW | 0 | 0 | AUBURN | SR-167*017.40 | ...085327 | EMCO TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Dec 13, 2023 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | MOE | ISTH 94 | ...101805 | EMCO TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Mar 9, 2023 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | KANSAS CITY | US 71 | ...790252 | EMCO TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Feb 17, 2022 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE | IS 35 | ...414634 | EMCO TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Dec 10, 2021 | NC | INJURY | 0 | 1 | RALEIGH | 40 | ...175149 | EMCO TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Apr 2, 2021 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | CHESTERTON(PORTER) | Interstate 80 | ...544636 | EMCO TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Mar 24, 2021 | SC | TOW | 0 | 0 | YEMASSEE | 95 | ...LF0249 | EMCO TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| May 10, 2018 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 21, 2018 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 23, 2015 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
28 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 28 events