TRI-STATE HARDWOOD CO INC
Book with caution — review signals below
No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking.
- Prior insurance gap · 575 days Jun 5, 2013 → Jan 1, 2015
- FMCSA cargo filing on file · BMC-34 PENNSYLVANIA LUMBERMENS MUTUAL INS. COMPANY · Filing evidence (BMC-34/83) — not a shipper COI Details →
- Insurance on file · $2,000,000 OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY · 91X Details →
- BOC-3 process agent on file ALLAMERICAN AGENTS OF PROCESS Details →
- Satisfactory FMCSA safety rating
Plain-text risk summary (print / paste)
TruckCodex risk summary — TRI-STATE HARDWOOD CO INC (USDOT 418838) Verdict: CAUTION Book with caution — review signals below No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking. Authority / census status: Active Active BIPD limit: $2,000,000 Officer(s): DEAN CALHOUN (Company officer); DENVER CALHOUN (Company officer 2) Organization: CORPORATION Blockers: (none) Cautions: • Prior insurance gap · 575 days — Jun 5, 2013 → Jan 1, 2015 On file: • FMCSA cargo filing on file · BMC-34 — PENNSYLVANIA LUMBERMENS MUTUAL INS. COMPANY · Filing evidence (BMC-34/83) — not a shipper COI • Insurance on file · $2,000,000 — OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY · 91X • BOC-3 process agent on file — ALLAMERICAN AGENTS OF PROCESS • Satisfactory FMCSA safety rating Source: https://truckcodex.com/usdot/418838/ As of: Jul 23, 2026 Always confirm on FMCSA SAFER and L&I before tendering — TruckCodex mirrors public filings and can lag by up to a day.
TruckCodex · compliance grade
Compliance grade A
Composite of 5/5 scored components (mean 95/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
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confidence 100% · 5/5 signals
Compliance grade A
Composite of 5/5 scored components (mean 95/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
Active census status with no OOS order or revoked authority on file.
Active BIPD/Primary-like policy on file in our insurance history.
Driver OOS 0% vs peer median 0% (neutral). Vehicle OOS 0% vs peer median 0% (neutral). n=144060 same-size ACTIVE peers.
Official FMCSA Satisfactory safety rating.
No BMC-91 insurance-lapse watch classification on file for this USDOT.
TruckCodex compliance grade from authority, BIPD, peer OOS, FMCSA safety rating, and insurance-watch signals. Not legal advice. See methodology. Booking triage on this page: Caution.
1 active liability policy · 1 cargo filing
Company profile
FMCSA L&I filing evidence — not a shipper certificate of insurance (COI). Cargo (BMC-34) is primarily an HHG / household-goods requirement; general freight carriers often have none.
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InsuranceOLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANYPolicy effective Jul 1, 2025
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Process AgentALLAMERICAN AGENTS OF PROCESSBOC-3 on file
Fleet details (MCS-150)
| Vehicle type | Owned | Term leased | Trip leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck tractors | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailers | 13 | 0 | 0 |
Self-reported on the carrier’s Form MCS-150 (FMCSA Company Census).
Inspections (24 months)
All 11 inspections →| Driver | Vehicle | Hazmat | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspections | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| OOS inspections | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| OOS percentage | 0% | 20% | — |
| National average | 6.67% | 22.26% | 4.44% |
Roadside inspections in the last 24 months. National averages are FMCSA MCSAP reference rates (driver ~6.7%, vehicle ~23.4%, hazmat ~4.4%).
Carrier analysis & narrative context SEO summary, status notes, AI overview, and safety profiles
TRI-STATE HARDWOOD CO INC is a corporation based in SOUTH MILFORD, IN, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 418838. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, with a safety rating of Satisfactory. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 7 power units and 5 drivers, with 11 roadside inspections on file. 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.
TRI-STATE HARDWOOD CO INC is a small fleet, operating 7 power units and 5 drivers, organized as a corporation, based in South Milford, IN. Across 7 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 0.0% out-of-service rate, with no reportable crashes on file. Operating authority is active for contract.
7 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 133% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in MI (4) and IN (3), with Level 3 inspections the most common.
0.0% out-of-service rate; led by Unsafe Driving (77.8% of violations); top code 392.2 (Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued) cited 6 times.
The fleet comprises 7 power units (small fleet) and 5 drivers; Unknown, Kens, and Peterbilt are the most-inspected makes.
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 144,060 ACTIVE carriers operating 3–11 power units (±50% of this carrier's 7 unit fleet).
Historical coverage gap detected (1)
- No active BIPD/Primary insurance from Jun 5, 2013 to Jan 1, 2015 (575 days)
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)
Violations by BASIC Category
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 4 | |
| Kenworth | 3 | |
| Battl | 2 | |
| Freightliner | 2 | |
| Kens | 2 | |
| Peterbilt | 2 | |
| Trail-Eze | 2 | |
| Bata | 1 | |
| Fontaine | 1 |
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
| BASIC | Inspections | Serious | Measure | Percentile | Alert | As Of |
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| Driver Fitness | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Controlled Substances / Alcohol | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Hours of Service | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Unsafe Driving | 3 | — | 4.71 | 5 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | — | 7.16 | 7 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
Higher percentiles indicate worse performance relative to peer carriers. Carriers at or above the FMCSA intervention threshold are marked ALERT.
Recent Inspections (11 rows) View all 11 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88094756 | Jun 10, 2026 | MI | 2 | — |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 393.110B3-C, 393.104F3-C, 393.11B-CSLRR | Yes |
| 86087520 | Oct 16, 2025 | IN | 3 | ANGOLA IN |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLS2 | No |
| 85724693 | Sep 4, 2025 | MI | 1 | SUGARLOAF REST AREA |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
Ticket: Kens
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0 | — | No |
| 82616088 | Sep 9, 2024 | IN | 2 | WARREN IN |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 393.45(b)(2) | No |
| 82648923 | Sep 7, 2024 | IN | 3 | LAGRANGE IN |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2 | No |
| 82036508 | Jun 29, 2024 | MI | 3 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 81497455 | Apr 30, 2024 | MI | 2 | CAPAC REST AREA |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 392.2 | No |
| 81421953 | Apr 22, 2024 | MI | 3 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
Ticket: Kens
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2 | 395.8(f)(1), 392.2 | No |
| 80313178 | Dec 4, 2023 | MI | 2 | mi-us12-@-thompson-rd |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
Ticket: Pbt
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1 | 392.2 | No |
| 80007707 | Oct 24, 2023 | MI | 1 | PACKARD HWY |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2 | No |
| 79729242 | Sep 22, 2023 | KY | 1 | KUTTAWA |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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6 | 396.3(a)(1), 393.53(b), 393.47(e) | Yes |
Authority Records (1 docket)
Revocations & Inactive Status
Authority actions other than active status — revocations, voluntary surrenders, and dormant dockets.
| Date | Docket | Authority | Status | Applied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown | MC235346 | common | N | — |
Insurance Coverage Timeline (11 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Limit | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTB 315266 | 91X | $2,000,000 | Jul 1, 2025 | On file | ACTIVE |
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTB 315266 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jan 1, 2020 | Jul 1, 2025 | REPLACED |
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTB 315266 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jan 1, 2020 | Jan 1, 2020 | REPLACED |
| PENNSYLVANIA LUMBERMENS MUTUAL INS. COMPANY | 13T009 | 34 | — | Jan 1, 2015 | On file | ACTIVE |
| PENNSYLVANIA LUMBERMENS MUTUAL INS. COMPANY | 13T009 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jan 1, 2015 | Jan 1, 2020 | REPLACED |
| Coverage gap — 575 days without BIPD/Primary coverage from Jun 5, 2013 to Jan 1, 2015 | ||||||
| INDIANA LUMBERMENS MUTUAL | APP19064761 | CARGO | — | Jan 1, 2006 | Jun 5, 2013 | CANCELLED |
| INDIANA LUMBERMENS MUTUAL | BA19549324 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jan 1, 2006 | Jun 5, 2013 | CANCELLED |
| INDIANA LUMBERMENS MUTUAL | APP19064761 | CARGO | — | Jan 1, 2006 | Jan 1, 2006 | REPLACED |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 133-597427 | BIPD/Primary | — | Dec 10, 1993 | Jan 1, 2006 | REPLACED |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 133-597427 | BIPD/Primary | — | Dec 10, 1993 | Jun 17, 2006 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Jul 1, 2025insuranceTERM/REPL — OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jan 1, 2020insuranceTERM/REPL — OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jan 1, 2020insuranceTERM/REPL — PENNSYLVANIA LUMBERMENS MUTUAL INS. COMPANY
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Oct 17, 2017
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Jun 5, 2013insuranceREVOKED — INDIANA LUMBERMENS MUTUAL
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Jun 5, 2013insuranceREVOKED — INDIANA LUMBERMENS MUTUAL
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Jun 5, 2013insurance gapCoverage gap: 575 days without BIPD/Primary insurance (through Jan 1, 2015)
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Jun 17, 2006insuranceTERM/CANCL — UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO.
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Jun 6, 2006
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Jan 1, 2006insuranceTERM/REPL — INDIANA LUMBERMENS MUTUAL
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Jan 1, 2006insuranceTERM/REPL — UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO.
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Sep 26, 1996
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Jan 30, 1992
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANGOLA IN | IN | 1 | 0 |
| LAGRANGE IN | IN | 1 | 0 |
| WARREN IN | IN | 1 | 0 |
| KUTTAWA | KY | 1 | 1 |
| CAPAC REST AREA | MI | 1 | 0 |
| PACKARD HWY | MI | 1 | 0 |
| SUGARLOAF REST AREA | MI | 1 | 0 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 392.2 | Violation of Local Laws - Explain: | Unsafe Driving | 9 | 0 |
| 393.47(e) | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 393.53(b) | CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 393.45(b)(2) | Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 395.8(f)(1) | Driver’s record of duty status not current | Hours of Service | 1 | 0 |
| 396.3(a)(1) | Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 1 |
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Docket MC235346
common · N · MC
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OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY
91X policy on file
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PENNSYLVANIA LUMBERMENS MUTUAL INS. COMPANY
34 policy on file
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INDIANA LUMBERMENS MUTUAL
CARGO policy on file
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UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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ALLAMERICAN AGENTS OF PROCESS
BOC-3 process agent · 107,529 carriers served
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11 inspections
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How to verify TRI-STATE HARDWOOD CO 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.
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