W & A DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC
USDOT 427949 • 1618 SUMMIT STREET, FORT ATKINSON, WI, 53538
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT3332408 | ON FILE | May 1, 2024 | May 1, 2025 |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 83 UUM KV6254 | ON FILE | May 1, 2010 | Dec 17, 2018 |
Insurance History (21 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT3332407 | REPLACED | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2024 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT3332406 | REPLACED | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT3332405 | REPLACED | May 1, 2021 | May 1, 2022 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT3332404 | REPLACED | May 1, 2020 | May 1, 2021 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT3332403 | REPLACED | May 1, 2019 | May 1, 2020 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT3332402 | REPLACED | Nov 13, 2018 | May 1, 2019 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT3332402 | REPLACED | May 1, 2018 | Nov 13, 2018 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT3332402 | NAME CHANGED | May 1, 2018 | Dec 17, 2018 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT3332401 | REPLACED | May 1, 2017 | May 1, 2018 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT3332400 | REPLACED | May 1, 2016 | May 1, 2017 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT3328500 | REPLACED | May 1, 2015 | May 1, 2016 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT3308700 | REPLACED | Apr 1, 2014 | May 1, 2015 |
| SPARTA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 024TU00040 | REPLACED | May 1, 2009 | Apr 1, 2014 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | CARGO | QT-660-9505L380-TIL-09 | REPLACED | May 1, 2009 | May 1, 2010 |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 83 MS RZ4442 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2005 | May 1, 2009 |
| VALLEY FORGE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 2023476785 | CANCELLED | Jan 1, 2003 | May 1, 2009 |
| FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | MXI-97905721 CGO | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2003 | Jan 1, 2005 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | CLP-19046-C | CANCELLED | Nov 24, 1992 | Feb 4, 2003 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | CLP-19046-C | REPLACED | Nov 24, 1992 | Jan 1, 2003 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP-19046-A | CANCELLED | Dec 4, 1990 | Feb 4, 2003 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP-19046-A | REPLACED | Dec 4, 1990 | Jan 1, 2003 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT3332408 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2025 | May 1, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT3332407 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2024 | May 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT3332406 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT3332405 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT3332404 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2021 | May 1, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT3332403 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2020 | May 1, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT3332402 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2019 | May 1, 2019 |
| NAMECHG | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 83 UUM KV6254 | CARGO | Dec 17, 2018 | Dec 17, 2018 |
| TERM/CANCL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT3332402 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 17, 2018 | Dec 17, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT3332402 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 13, 2018 | Nov 13, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT3332401 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2018 | May 1, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT3332400 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2017 | May 1, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT3328500 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2016 | May 1, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT3308700 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2015 | May 1, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | SPARTA INSURANCE COMPANY | 024TU00040 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2014 | Apr 1, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT-660-9505L380-TIL-09 | CARGO | May 1, 2010 | May 1, 2010 |
| CANCEL | VALLEY FORGE INSURANCE CO. | 2023476785 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2009 | May 1, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 83 MS RZ4442 | CARGO | May 1, 2009 | May 1, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | MXI-97905721 CGO | CARGO | Jan 1, 2005 | Jan 1, 2005 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP-19046-A | BIPD/Primary | Feb 4, 2003 | Feb 4, 2003 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP-19046-C | CARGO | Feb 4, 2003 | Feb 4, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP-19046-A | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2003 | Jan 1, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP-19046-C | CARGO | Jan 1, 2003 | Jan 1, 2003 |
Authority Action History (8 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC237709 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 13, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 7, 2018 |
| MC237709 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 13, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 7, 2018 |
| MC237709 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 6, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 29, 2009 |
| MC237709 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 6, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 29, 2009 |
| MC237709 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 15, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 23, 2005 |
| MC237709 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 15, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 23, 2005 |
| MC237709 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Dec 17, 1992 | — | Unknown |
| MC237709 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 5, 1991 | — | 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
37 states • 145 inspections
Violation Summary (61 violations from latest 100 of 145 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 9 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 4 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 4 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.30B2-ELDDFC24 | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to certify the record immediately after the final required entry has been made or corrected for the 24 hour period. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11B-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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 | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLILC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.80A | Using a hand-held mobile telephone | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 1 | 1 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-OAL | Other - Any air leak not attributed to the brake or suspension system. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2LC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.83G-ELDC | Exhaust System - Any exhaust system leaking at a point forward of or directly below the driver/sleeper compartment and the vehicle has a condition that permits en | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5-HL | Hubs - Leaking hub | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
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 (145 inspections)
Showing 50 of 145
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 10, 2026 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | Rural Calhoun | I-20 | ...WW2011 | W & A DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC |
| Jan 24, 2026 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | ST ROBERT | IS 44 | ...457267 | W & A DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC |
| Feb 16, 2025 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | CHINA TWP | I-88 | ...374353 | W & A DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC |
| Oct 19, 2024 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | GUYMON | 1115 US-54 | ...UV7896 | W & A DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC |
| Jul 25, 2024 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | PARIS | USH 151 SB | ...213237 | W & A DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC |
| Jan 17, 2024 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | CORONA | 33.881299 / -117.574238 | ...UV7896 | W & A DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC |
| Jan 5, 2024 | NJ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | ROCKAWAY TWP | I-80 | ...457265 | W & A DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC |
| Oct 6, 2023 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | MADISON | CTH MM NB | ...494361 | W & A DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC |
| Aug 20, 2022 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | LOS ANGELES | RT5/100ft S of AVE 19 | ...KJ8100 | W & A DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC |
| Jul 15, 2022 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | HAMMOND | INTERSTATE 80 | ...LP6199 | W & A DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC |
| Mar 24, 2022 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | LAKE STATION | INTERSTATE 80 | ...154511 | W & A DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC |
| Jul 1, 2021 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | DENISON | N 6000 US HWY 75 | ...LP6197 | W & A DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC |
| Dec 21, 2020 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 16, 2020 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 17, 2020 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 9, 2020 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 12, 2019 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 4, 2019 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 25, 2019 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 11, 2019 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 13, 2019 | MT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 11, 2019 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 19, 2019 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 12, 2018 | CO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 30, 2018 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
50 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 50 events