DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC
USDOT 551712 • 437 INDEPENDENCE PKWY S, LA PORTE, TX, 77571
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD | B-13552 | ON FILE | Aug 1, 2019 | Aug 1, 2025 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP11922A | ON FILE | Aug 1, 2014 | Aug 1, 2019 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP55235A | ON FILE | Dec 17, 2010 | May 24, 2011 |
Insurance History (23 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD | B-13552 | CANCELLED | Aug 1, 2019 | Aug 29, 2025 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP11922A | CANCELLED | Aug 1, 2014 | Aug 30, 2019 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP55235A | REPLACED | Aug 2, 2012 | Aug 1, 2014 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP55235A | REPLACED | May 24, 2011 | Aug 2, 2012 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP55235A | NAME CHANGED | May 24, 2011 | Aug 29, 2012 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP55235A | CANCELLED | Dec 17, 2010 | May 24, 2011 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP55235A | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2008 | Dec 17, 2010 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP55235A | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2008 | Dec 17, 2010 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP55235A | NAME CHANGED | Jun 1, 2008 | Jan 24, 2011 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP55235A | NAME CHANGED | Jun 1, 2008 | Jan 24, 2011 |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | 1080513575 | CANCELLED | Jul 12, 2006 | Jun 29, 2008 |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | 1080513575 | REPLACED | Jul 12, 2006 | Jun 1, 2008 |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | 1080509705 | CANCELLED | Aug 13, 2005 | Jun 29, 2008 |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | 1080509705 | REPLACED | Aug 13, 2005 | Jun 1, 2008 |
| TRANSCONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 1080513575 | CANCELLED | Aug 13, 2005 | Jul 12, 2006 |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | 1080495172 | CANCELLED | Jun 30, 2000 | Aug 13, 2005 |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | 1080494865 | CANCELLED | Jun 30, 2000 | Aug 13, 2005 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | KO2 191 006025 04 | REPLACED | May 12, 1996 | Jun 30, 2000 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AT2 191 006025 02 | REPLACED | May 12, 1996 | Jun 30, 2000 |
| SPECIALTY UNDERWRITERS ALLIANCE | CARGO | CIM0421337 | REPLACED | May 12, 1995 | May 12, 1996 |
| COLONIAL COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTG 0006305 | CANCELLED | May 12, 1995 | May 12, 1996 |
| PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 68903161 | CANCELLED | Aug 17, 1994 | May 12, 1995 |
| ALBANY INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 8F 21089 | REPLACED | Dec 31, 1992 | May 12, 1995 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | B-13552 | BIPD | Aug 29, 2025 | Aug 29, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | B-13552 | BIPD | Aug 1, 2025 | Aug 1, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP11922A | BIPD/Primary | Aug 30, 2019 | Aug 30, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP11922A | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2019 | Aug 1, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP55235A | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2014 | Aug 1, 2014 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP55235A | BIPD/Primary | Aug 29, 2012 | Aug 29, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP55235A | BIPD/Primary | Aug 2, 2012 | Aug 2, 2012 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP55235A | BIPD/Primary | May 24, 2011 | May 24, 2011 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP55235A | CARGO | May 24, 2011 | May 24, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP55235A | CARGO | Jan 24, 2011 | Jan 24, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP55235A | BIPD/Primary | Jan 24, 2011 | Jan 24, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP55235A | BIPD/Primary | Dec 17, 2010 | Dec 17, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP55235A | CARGO | Dec 17, 2010 | Dec 17, 2010 |
| TERM/CANCL | CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | 1080513575 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 29, 2008 | Jun 29, 2008 |
| TERM/CANCL | CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | 1080509705 | CARGO | Jun 29, 2008 | Jun 29, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | 1080509705 | CARGO | Jun 1, 2008 | Jun 1, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | 1080513575 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2008 | Jun 1, 2008 |
| CANCEL | TRANSCONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | 1080513575 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 12, 2006 | Jul 12, 2006 |
| CANCEL | CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | 1080495172 | CARGO | Aug 13, 2005 | Aug 13, 2005 |
| CANCEL | CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | 1080494865 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 13, 2005 | Aug 13, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | KO2 191 006025 04 | CARGO | Jun 30, 2000 | Jun 30, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AT2 191 006025 02 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 30, 2000 | Jun 30, 2000 |
| CANCEL | COLONIAL COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CTG 0006305 | BIPD/Primary | May 12, 1996 | May 12, 1996 |
| TERM/REPL | SPECIALTY UNDERWRITERS ALLIANCE | CIM0421337 | CARGO | May 12, 1996 | May 12, 1996 |
| CANCEL | PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 68903161 | BIPD/Primary | May 12, 1995 | May 12, 1995 |
| TERM/REPL | ALBANY INSURANCE COMPANY | 8F 21089 | CARGO | May 12, 1995 | May 12, 1995 |
Authority Action History (14 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC203312 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 27, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 3, 2012 |
| MC203312 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 27, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 3, 2012 |
| MC203312 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 27, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 3, 2011 |
| MC203312 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 27, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 3, 2011 |
| MC203312 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 20, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 20, 2010 |
| MC203312 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 20, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 20, 2010 |
| MC203312 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 18, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 27, 2005 |
| MC203312 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 18, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 27, 2005 |
| MC203312 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 19, 1996 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC203312 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 19, 1996 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC203312 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 12, 1995 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC203312 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 12, 1995 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC203312 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 26, 1993 | — | Unknown |
| MC203312 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 19, 1993 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Measures
BASIC measure values (lower = better). Percentile rankings not available for this carrier. Data from SMS snapshot Apr 5, 2026.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
5 states • 275 inspections
Violation Summary (137 violations from latest 100 of 275 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 22 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 9 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 7 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 7 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B | Steering system components worn | 5 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 5 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 4 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9BRKLAMP | Inoperative Brake Lamps | 4 | 4 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2UV | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BL | Brake system pressure loss | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45DLPC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 3 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D1 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 3 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47A | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D3 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.126 | Cargo securement - flattened/crushed vehicles | 2 | 2 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1B | Brakes (general) Explain: | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B | Fuel system leak | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9H | Inoperable head lamps | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A | Tires/tubes - general defects | 2 | 2 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2W | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2PC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47B | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201D | Frame accessories improperly attached | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45UV | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BLMACBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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 | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203E | Cab front bumper missing/unsecured/protrude | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70 | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.51 | Steering wheel free play excessive | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83G | Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75B | Tire tread depth insufficient (steer) | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11B4 | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a CDL (passenger or property carrying) vehicle that is non-excepted and the driver has self-certified as excepted interstate or | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| 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:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:177.801 | Accepting or Transporting Hazardous Materials not prepared in accordance with regulations | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.28 | Wiring - improper/inadequate | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203C | Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11TL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.30 | Battery improperly secured | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BOS | 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 | 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 (275 inspections)
Showing 50 of 275
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2026 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NOT LISTED | 23500 NOT REPORTED | ...JW3293 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Oct 31, 2025 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | ARLINGTON | N 300 NOT REPORTED FWY | ...529338 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Jul 31, 2025 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | DEER PARK | W 6900 LA PORTE FREEWAY FRONTAGE RD | ...796365 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Jan 17, 2025 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | LA PORTE | N 1400 SH 146 | ...JZ7243 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Jan 17, 2025 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | DEER PARK | 6700 SH 225 | ...849472 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Dec 17, 2024 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | VINTON | I-10 | ...444568 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Nov 14, 2024 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | LA PORTE | S 3000 SH 146 | ...JZ7243 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Oct 15, 2024 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...N02338 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| May 25, 2024 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LA PORTE | S 100 SH 146 | ...JZ7244 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Mar 19, 2024 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...FN2698 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Oct 7, 2023 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | PORT ARTHUR | 9998 NOT REPORTED | ...J52672 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Aug 9, 2023 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | GRAND PRAIRIE | W 1500 RONALD REAGAN MEMORIAL HWY | ...739098 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Jul 6, 2023 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...X42159 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Jun 23, 2023 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 2 | HOUSTON | 13000 LA PORTE FWY | ...573869 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Jun 14, 2023 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | DALLAS | N 9700 STEMMONS FWY | ...FN2698 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Apr 26, 2023 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...HG3943 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Sep 30, 2022 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | IRVING | E 100 JOHN CARPENTER FWY | ...JR0087 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Dec 3, 2021 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NOT LISTED | 6500 NOT REPORTED RD | ...W90624 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Nov 2, 2021 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | 1000 | I-10 | ...215635 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Sep 28, 2021 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | PORT ARTHUR | W 2900 NOT REPORTED | ...Z26120 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Aug 9, 2021 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | HOUSTON | N 5285 NORTH LP E | ...GB8667 | DUNAVANT TRANS GULF TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Dec 30, 2020 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 13, 2020 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 8, 2020 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 7, 2019 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
53 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 53 events