- No active BIPD/Primary insurance on file — uninsured for 235 days (since Sep 26, 2025). A carrier without active primary liability coverage cannot legally operate.
305 CARGO INC
305 CARGO INC is a motor carrier based in SURFSIDE, FL, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 2962877. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, and has not yet received a formal FMCSA safety rating. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 3 power units and 3 drivers, with 10 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 100.0%. Use this page to verify the carrier's authority and insurance, review its inspection and crash history, and cross-reference live data on FMCSA SAFER before booking a load or onboarding a partner.
Carrier is unrated
FMCSA has not assigned this carrier a formal safety rating. Most carriers are unrated until they undergo a compliance review — being unrated is not, by itself, a red flag, but it does mean federal investigators have not formally evaluated the carrier's safety management practices. Use the inspection history and BASIC scores below to assess on-road performance.
305 CARGO INC is a small fleet, operating 3 power units and 3 drivers, based in Surfside, FL. Across 6 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 33.3% out-of-service rate, with no reportable crashes on file. The carrier currently has no active BIPD/Primary coverage on file, and operating authority is active for common.
Active filings
Safety Snapshot
6 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 50% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in LA (1) and TX (1), with Level 3 inspections the most common.
33.3% out-of-service rate; led by Vehicle Maintenance (42.9% of violations); top code 393.9 (Inoperable Required Lamp) cited 3 times, 1 of them OOS.
The fleet comprises 3 power units (small fleet) and 3 drivers; Utility, Freightliner, and Volvo are the most-inspected makes.
Compliance
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 338,685 ACTIVE carriers operating 2–5 power units (±50% of this carrier's 3 unit fleet).
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)
Violations by BASIC Category
Activity by State
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Utility | 8 | |
| Freightliner | 4 | |
| Volvo | 4 | |
| Utbc | 1 | |
| Volk | 1 |
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
SMS data not available
FMCSA's Safety Measurement System has not published per-BASIC scores for this carrier yet. This typically means the carrier doesn't meet minimum exposure thresholds (inspections/power units), or their SMS snapshot hasn't been ingested.
Recent Inspections (10 rows) View all 10 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86467913 | Dec 2, 2025 | LA | 2 | IOWA LA |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 396.5B-HWSL, 395.30B1-ELDDFR, 393.47A-BCFSBD | Yes |
| 84630784 | May 7, 2025 | FL | 3 | LAKE CITY FL |
VOLVO TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLML | No |
| 84617148 | May 6, 2025 | TX | 2 | US281 NB |
VOLK TRUCK TRACTOR
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7 | 393.9, 393.78, 392.2W | Yes |
| 84477193 | Apr 22, 2025 | KY | 3 | FRANKLIN |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2UCR | No |
| 82965603 | Oct 21, 2024 | IL | 3 | I-80 |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLS1 | No |
| 82709900 | Sep 13, 2024 | IN | 3 | SEYMOUR IN |
VOLVO TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2 | No |
| 80642723 | Jan 11, 2024 | GA | 3 | NICHOLSON GA |
VOLVO TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 392.2, 395.8E-HOSPD, 395.30B1-ELDDFR | No |
| 79044621 | Jun 30, 2023 | MS | 2 | GAUTIER |
VOLV TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 393.75(a) | No |
| 78908272 | Jun 7, 2023 | TX | 2 | US S 77 MM 708 |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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5 | 395.8(e)(1), 393.75(a)(2), 393.9(a) | Yes |
| 78699077 | May 18, 2023 | FL | 1 | I10 SNEADS WIM-EAST |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 396.3(a)(1), 393.9(a) | No |
Recent Crashes (1 row)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FL8816752209 | Jul 18, 2019 | FL | 1 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Fatal |
Authority Records (1 docket)
MC Certificate Documents (1 PDF)
Operating-authority certificates and decision notices filed with FMCSA. Each PDF is the original 2-page daily record. Click a row to view or download.
| Date | Docket | Action | Authority | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 1, 2017 | MC9828-C | CPL | CERTIFICATE | View PDF → |
Insurance Coverage Timeline (14 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP | CHL 01-02346-24 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 26, 2024 | Sep 26, 2025 | CANCELLED |
| COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP | CHL 01-02346-23 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 26, 2023 | Sep 26, 2024 | CANCELLED |
| COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP | CHL 01-02346-22 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 26, 2022 | Sep 26, 2023 | CANCELLED |
| COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP | CHL 01-02346-21 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 25, 2022 | Sep 26, 2022 | CANCELLED |
| COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP | CHL 01-02346-21 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 26, 2021 | Jul 25, 2022 | REPLACED |
| COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP | CHL 01-02346-20 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 26, 2020 | Sep 26, 2021 | CANCELLED |
| COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP | CHL 01-02346-19 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 26, 2019 | Sep 26, 2020 | CANCELLED |
| COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP | CHL 01-02346-18 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 26, 2018 | Sep 26, 2019 | CANCELLED |
| PROGRESSIVE EXPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 6199491 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2018 | Sep 26, 2018 | REPLACED |
| PROGRESSIVE EXPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 6199491 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 2, 2017 | Jan 1, 2018 | CANCELLED |
| NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY OF THE SOUTH | 74TRS072384 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 12, 2017 | Jun 2, 2017 | REPLACED |
| NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY OF THE SOUTH | 74TRS072384 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 12, 2017 | Jun 27, 2017 | CANCELLED |
| NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY OF THE SOUTH | 74TRS072384 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 23, 2017 | Apr 12, 2017 | REPLACED |
| NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY OF THE SOUTH | 74TRS072384 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 23, 2017 | Apr 26, 2017 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Sep 26, 2025
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Sep 26, 2025insuranceCANCEL — COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP
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Sep 26, 2024insuranceCANCEL — COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP
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Sep 25, 2024
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Sep 26, 2023insuranceCANCEL — COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP
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Sep 19, 2023
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Sep 26, 2022insuranceCANCEL — COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP
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Sep 22, 2022
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Jul 25, 2022insuranceTERM/REPL — COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP
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Sep 26, 2021insuranceCANCEL — COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP
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Sep 21, 2021
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Sep 26, 2020insuranceCANCEL — COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP
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Sep 25, 2020
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Sep 26, 2019
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Sep 26, 2019insuranceCANCEL — COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP
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Sep 26, 2018insuranceTERM/REPL — PROGRESSIVE EXPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jan 1, 2018insuranceCANCEL — PROGRESSIVE EXPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jun 27, 2017insuranceTERM/CANCL — NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY OF THE SOUTH
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Jun 5, 2017
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Jun 2, 2017insuranceTERM/REPL — NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY OF THE SOUTH
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Apr 26, 2017insuranceTERM/CANCL — NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY OF THE SOUTH
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Apr 13, 2017
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Apr 12, 2017insuranceTERM/REPL — NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY OF THE SOUTH
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Mar 1, 2017
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| I10 SNEADS WIM-EAST | FL | 1 | 0 |
| LAKE CITY FL | FL | 1 | 0 |
| NICHOLSON GA | GA | 1 | 0 |
| I-80 | IL | 1 | 0 |
| SEYMOUR IN | IN | 1 | 0 |
| FRANKLIN | KY | 1 | 0 |
| IOWA LA | LA | 1 | 1 |
| GAUTIER | MS | 1 | 0 |
| US281 NB | TX | 1 | 1 |
| US S 77 MM 708 | TX | 1 | 1 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 1 |
| 392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 2 | 0 |
| 393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.75(a)(2) | Tire-tread and/or sidewall separation | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.78 | Windshield condition defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.83(g) | Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | Hours of Service | 1 | 1 |
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Docket MC009828
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COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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PROGRESSIVE EXPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY OF THE SOUTH
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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1 reportable crash
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How to verify 305 CARGO INC
- Verify USDOT and MC numbers match the carrier's documents. Compare the USDOT number and MC docket on this page to the numbers on the carrier's invoice, rate confirmation, or load-board listing. A mismatch between the carrier's claimed numbers and the registered legal name is the single most common red flag.
- Check active operating authority and insurance status. Confirm the Authority Records show at least one ACTIVE docket for the type of operation you're booking, and that the Active Insurance card lists a current BIPD/Primary policy. A revoked authority or uninsured carrier cannot legally operate.
- Review safety rating and SMS BASIC scores. Check the carrier's FMCSA safety rating (if any) and the SMS BASIC table. A high percentile in any BASIC category — especially Unsafe Driving, HOS, or Vehicle Maintenance — is worth investigating before tendering a load.
- Examine inspection and crash history. Open the Inspection History and Crash History subpages for the full record. Look for patterns: repeat OOS findings on the same unit, multiple crashes in a short window, or violations clustered in one BASIC category.
- Cross-reference real-time data with FMCSA SAFER. For the most current snapshot — within 24 hours of any insurer filing or authority change — click through to the FMCSA SAFER lookup. TruckCodex mirrors SAFER and L&I daily; SAFER itself reflects filings within 24 hours.
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