TRI HI TRANSPORTATION INC
USDOT 456621 • N3163 STATE HIGHWAY 107, MERRILL, WI, 54452
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-230833 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Nov 28, 2005 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0094609001 | ON FILE | Jan 1, 2018 | Jan 1, 2019 |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 83 MS RY0112 | ON FILE | May 1, 2003 | Jun 2, 2004 |
Insurance History (14 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP00990A | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 2012 | Jan 25, 2018 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP00990A | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2012 | Jan 1, 2018 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AT2Z9145675001 | REPLACED | May 1, 2011 | Dec 1, 2012 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AT2Z9145675001 | CANCELLED | May 1, 2011 | Dec 29, 2012 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP21191A | CANCELLED | May 1, 2004 | May 19, 2011 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP21191A | REPLACED | May 1, 2004 | May 1, 2011 |
| TRANSCONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 223476351 | REPLACED | May 1, 2002 | May 1, 2004 |
| FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | MXI97904184 CGO | REPLACED | Aug 1, 2001 | May 1, 2002 |
| FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 8-23 MXA 80224911 | CANCELLED | Aug 1, 2001 | May 1, 2002 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TF285296 | REPLACED | Mar 1, 2000 | Aug 1, 2001 |
| REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | RTP205179 | REPLACED | Aug 1, 1999 | Mar 1, 2000 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP24733A | CANCELLED | Aug 1, 1995 | Aug 31, 1999 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP24733A | REPLACED | Aug 1, 1995 | Aug 1, 1999 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP24733A | CANCELLED | Jul 17, 1992 | Aug 1, 1995 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0094609001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2019 | Jan 1, 2019 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP00990A | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2018 | Jan 25, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP00990A | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2018 | Jan 1, 2018 |
| TERM/CANCL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AT2Z9145675001 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 29, 2012 | Dec 29, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AT2Z9145675001 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2012 | Dec 1, 2012 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP21191A | BIPD/Primary | May 19, 2011 | May 19, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP21191A | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2011 | May 1, 2011 |
| CANCEL | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 83 MS RY0112 | CARGO | Jun 2, 2004 | Jun 2, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | TRANSCONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | 223476351 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2004 | May 1, 2004 |
| CANCEL | FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | 8-23 MXA 80224911 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2002 | May 1, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | MXI97904184 CGO | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2002 | May 1, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TF285296 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2001 | Aug 1, 2001 |
| TERM/REPL | REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | RTP205179 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2000 | Mar 1, 2000 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP24733A | BIPD/Primary | Aug 31, 1999 | Aug 31, 1999 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP24733A | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 1999 | Aug 1, 1999 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP24733A | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 1995 | Aug 1, 1995 |
Authority Action History (2 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC230833 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 15, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 28, 2005 |
| MC230833 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Aug 16, 1990 | — | 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
26 states • 241 inspections
Violation Summary (86 violations from latest 100 of 241 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 6 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 6 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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 | 4 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 3 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 3 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BLMCBAD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24C2II-ELDTN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify CMV trailer number. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55C2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.207A-SAPPAS | Suspension defective | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPRNP | Driving beyond 14 hour duty period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A1-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.4A-DOSU | Use of drugs | 1 | 1 | 10 | Controlled Substances/Alcohol |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHWS | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2SLSCR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22H4 | Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.5A3 | Driver having possession of alcohol while on duty or operating or in physical control of a CMV | 1 | 1 | — | Controlled Substances/Alcohol |
| FMCSR:391.11B4-DEN | Driver operating a CMV without proper endorsements or in violation of restrictions | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:383.23A2 | Operating a CMV without a CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALR | Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205C-WRAWFLMIB | Wheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209B-STWL | Hub/bearing defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2DIB | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.3-I | Illness - Operating a CMV while impaired by illness or other cause. | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.23-LEU | Lighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g. unplugged or loose pigtail) | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III-ELDSDN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify shipping document number. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8E1PC | HOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-HCM | Hubs - Bearing cap plug or filler plug missing or broken | 1 | 1 | — | 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 (241 inspections)
Showing 50 of 241
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 2025 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | BOIS DARC TWP | I-55 S/B | ...652567 | TRI HI TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Jul 19, 2024 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | 35.259194/-116.079588 | ...631140 | TRI HI TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Jul 9, 2024 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | WAGONER | U.S. 69 HIGHWAY (S. DEWEY AVE) | ...631129 | TRI HI TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Jun 17, 2024 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | UNINCORPORATED | 37.63237 / -120.957514 | ...275741 | TRI HI TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Apr 12, 2024 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | HULL | USH 010 WB | ...652566 | TRI HI TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Nov 3, 2023 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I 80 W 40.0 WB | ...623418 | TRI HI TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Sep 24, 2023 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE | IS 35 | ...230141 | TRI HI TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Sep 4, 2023 | WA | TOW | 0 | 0 | CLE ELUM | I-90*063.00 | ...275730 | TRI HI TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Jun 9, 2023 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE | IS 270 | ...LW4893 | TRI HI TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Apr 26, 2022 | MT | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | +45.9112 -112.3458 | ...275730 | TRI HI TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Mar 27, 2022 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | FAIR OAKS | I-65 | ...230132 | TRI HI TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Dec 5, 2021 | ND | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | ...275734 | TRI HI TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Sep 22, 2021 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE | MO 125 | ...275743 | TRI HI TRANSPORTATION INC |
| May 6, 2021 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NEKIMI | STH 026 SB | ...230143 | TRI HI TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Apr 21, 2021 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 6 | SLINGER | IH 041 NB | ...275748 | TRI HI TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Jan 16, 2021 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | HARRISONVILLE | IS 49 | ...LW4898 | TRI HI TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Sep 12, 2020 | AR | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 1, 2019 | MT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 24, 2018 | KY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 23, 2018 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 4, 2018 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 30, 2017 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 12, 2017 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 8, 2017 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 23, 2017 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
42 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 42 events