BRUCE CATE
USDOT 592260 • DBA: CATE TRANSPORTATION • 23805 COUNTY RD 3 DRIVE, STONEWALL, OK, 74871
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-296912 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Nov 14, 2018 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 8357827 | ON FILE | Nov 13, 2018 | Nov 13, 2021 |
| PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CA 6661236 | ON FILE | Nov 13, 2010 | Nov 13, 2010 |
Insurance History (24 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN125057 | REPLACED | Nov 13, 2013 | Nov 13, 2018 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN125057 | CANCELLED | Nov 13, 2013 | Dec 6, 2018 |
| PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 6661236 | REPLACED | Dec 18, 2010 | Nov 13, 2013 |
| PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CA 6661236 | CANCELLED | Nov 13, 2010 | Dec 16, 2010 |
| FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 463755 | REPLACED | Nov 13, 2008 | Nov 13, 2010 |
| PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 6661236 | CANCELLED | Nov 13, 2008 | Dec 15, 2010 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CT771351-8003-031 | CANCELLED | Nov 13, 2003 | Nov 13, 2008 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CT771351-8003-031 | CANCELLED | Nov 13, 2003 | Nov 13, 2008 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TN339687 | CANCELLED | Nov 13, 2001 | Nov 13, 2003 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN339687 | CANCELLED | Nov 13, 2001 | Nov 13, 2003 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN284148 | CANCELLED | Dec 15, 1999 | Aug 22, 2001 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TN284148 | CANCELLED | Dec 15, 1999 | Aug 22, 2001 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN284148 | NAME CHANGED | Nov 22, 1999 | Jan 9, 2000 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TN284148 | REPLACED | Nov 22, 1999 | Dec 15, 1999 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TN284148 | NAME CHANGED | Nov 22, 1999 | Jan 9, 2000 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN284148 | REPLACED | Nov 22, 1999 | Dec 15, 1999 |
| AXA GLOBAL RISKS US INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | STP 719553 | CANCELLED | Jan 2, 1997 | May 4, 1997 |
| UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | 736236-6996-961 | REPLACED | Jul 26, 1996 | Jan 2, 1997 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 736236-6196-964 | REPLACED | May 3, 1996 | Jul 26, 1996 |
| GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CARGO | IMP8313396 | REPLACED | May 3, 1996 | May 3, 1996 |
| GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CARGO | IMP8313396 | CANCELLED | May 3, 1996 | Feb 10, 1997 |
| GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CARGO | IMP 8313396 | CANCELLED | May 3, 1996 | Apr 29, 1997 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TN219828 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 1995 | May 3, 1996 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN219828 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 1995 | May 3, 1996 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 8357827 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 13, 2021 | Nov 13, 2021 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN125057 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 6, 2018 | Dec 6, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN125057 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 13, 2018 | Nov 13, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 6661236 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 13, 2013 | Nov 13, 2013 |
| TERM/CANCL | PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 6661236 | CARGO | Dec 16, 2010 | Dec 16, 2010 |
| CANCEL | PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 6661236 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 15, 2010 | Dec 15, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | 463755 | CARGO | Nov 13, 2010 | Nov 13, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 6661236 | CARGO | Nov 13, 2010 | Nov 13, 2010 |
| CANCEL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT771351-8003-031 | CARGO | Nov 13, 2008 | Nov 13, 2008 |
| CANCEL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT771351-8003-031 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 13, 2008 | Nov 13, 2008 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN339687 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 13, 2003 | Nov 13, 2003 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN339687 | CARGO | Nov 13, 2003 | Nov 13, 2003 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN284148 | CARGO | Aug 22, 2001 | Aug 22, 2001 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN284148 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 22, 2001 | Aug 22, 2001 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN284148 | CARGO | Jan 9, 2000 | Jan 9, 2000 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN284148 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 9, 2000 | Jan 9, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN284148 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 15, 1999 | Dec 15, 1999 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN284148 | CARGO | Dec 15, 1999 | Dec 15, 1999 |
| CANCEL | AXA GLOBAL RISKS US INSURANCE COMPANY | STP 719553 | BIPD/Primary | May 4, 1997 | May 4, 1997 |
| CANCEL | GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | IMP 8313396 | CARGO | Apr 29, 1997 | Apr 29, 1997 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | IMP8313396 | CARGO | Feb 10, 1997 | Feb 10, 1997 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | 736236-6996-961 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 2, 1997 | Jan 2, 1997 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 736236-6196-964 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 26, 1996 | Jul 26, 1996 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | IMP8313396 | CARGO | May 3, 1996 | May 3, 1996 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN219828 | CARGO | May 3, 1996 | May 3, 1996 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN219828 | BIPD/Primary | May 3, 1996 | May 3, 1996 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-296912 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-296912 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC296912 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 9, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 14, 2018 |
| MC296912 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 17, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 14, 2008 |
| MC296912 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Nov 30, 2001 | — | Unknown |
| MC296912 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Dec 7, 1999 | REVOKED | Nov 5, 2001 |
| MC296912 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 21, 1995 | REVOKED | Jun 25, 1997 |
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
5 states • 16 inspections
Violation Summary (37 violations from 16 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 7 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 5 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 3 | 2 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22B-DFPWD | Driver - Failed to place warning devices on the road surface | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.22A-D | Emergency warning devices not displayed | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11B-CSSRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:399.211-CBP | Cab-Over-Engine truck or tractor only - Defective cab access steps handholds or deck plates | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.13(a) | Retro-reflective sheeting/reflex reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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 (16 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
10 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (10 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 30, 2024 | OK | INJURY | 0 | 1 | CHECOTAH | I-40 | ...A15253 | CATE TRANSPORTATION |
| Aug 8, 2023 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | ADA | OK-3 W | ...789645 | BRUCE CATE |
| Sep 26, 2011 | OK | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 7, 2009 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 29, 2008 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 11, 2008 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 19, 2007 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 5, 2006 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 22, 2005 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 5, 1996 | OK | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
37 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 37 events