DAT TRUCKING INC
USDOT 684807 • 74 LEE ROAD 888, SMITHS STATION, AL, 36877
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals1 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-454262 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Apr 3, 2025 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT9950664705 | ON FILE | Apr 8, 2024 | Apr 8, 2024 |
| ESSEX INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 6AC7934 | ON FILE | Mar 23, 2004 | Apr 29, 2005 |
Insurance History (21 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBSIDIAN SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TAPX-CP-000000231-00 | CANCELLED | Apr 8, 2024 | Apr 8, 2025 |
| OBSIDIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TAP-CP-000000126-00 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2023 | Apr 8, 2024 |
| PROGRESSIVE SPECIALTY INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA3486374 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2021 | Apr 8, 2023 |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | TP9883539 01 | CANCELLED | Apr 8, 2020 | Apr 8, 2021 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 152790001 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2018 | Apr 8, 2020 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | PIA07100606 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2017 | Apr 8, 2018 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | PIA07100605 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2016 | Apr 8, 2017 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | PIA07100604 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2015 | Apr 8, 2016 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | PIA07100603 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2014 | Apr 8, 2015 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | PIA07100602 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2013 | Apr 8, 2014 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | PIA07100601 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2012 | Apr 8, 2013 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CBN356389 | CANCELLED | Apr 8, 2011 | Apr 8, 2012 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | PIA04681602 | CANCELLED | Apr 8, 2010 | Apr 8, 2011 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | PIA04681601 | CANCELLED | Apr 8, 2009 | Apr 8, 2010 |
| GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | 25CC197660 | CANCELLED | Apr 8, 2008 | Apr 8, 2009 |
| PROGRESSIVE SPECIALTY INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA 3467174 | REPLACED | Jul 18, 2006 | Apr 8, 2008 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PAP 235452 0405 | CANCELLED | Apr 8, 2005 | Jul 12, 2006 |
| PROGRESSIVE SPECIALTY INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA 4199500-6 | CANCELLED | Apr 8, 2004 | Apr 8, 2005 |
| PROGRESSIVE SPECIALTY INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA 4199500-5 | CANCELLED | Apr 8, 2003 | Apr 8, 2004 |
| NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | CARGO | 72MTE679757 | CANCELLED | Mar 10, 2003 | Mar 10, 2004 |
| PROGRESSIVE SPECIALTY INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA 4199500-4 | REPLACED | Mar 3, 2003 | Apr 8, 2003 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | OBSIDIAN SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TAPX-CP-000000231-00 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2025 | Apr 8, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | OBSIDIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | TAP-CP-000000126-00 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2024 | Apr 8, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT9950664705 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2024 | Apr 8, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE SPECIALTY INS. CO. | CA3486374 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2023 | Apr 8, 2023 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | TP9883539 01 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2021 | Apr 8, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 152790001 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2020 | Apr 8, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07100606 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2018 | Apr 8, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07100605 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2017 | Apr 8, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07100604 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2016 | Apr 8, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07100603 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2015 | Apr 8, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07100602 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2014 | Apr 8, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07100601 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2013 | Apr 8, 2013 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | CBN356389 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2012 | Apr 8, 2012 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA04681602 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2011 | Apr 8, 2011 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA04681601 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2010 | Apr 8, 2010 |
| CANCEL | GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | 25CC197660 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2009 | Apr 8, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE SPECIALTY INS. CO. | CA 3467174 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2008 | Apr 8, 2008 |
| CANCEL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | PAP 235452 0405 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 12, 2006 | Jul 12, 2006 |
| CANCEL | ESSEX INSURANCE COMPANY | 6AC7934 | CARGO | Apr 29, 2005 | Apr 29, 2005 |
| CANCEL | PROGRESSIVE SPECIALTY INS. CO. | CA 4199500-6 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2005 | Apr 8, 2005 |
| CANCEL | PROGRESSIVE SPECIALTY INS. CO. | CA 4199500-5 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2004 | Apr 8, 2004 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | 72MTE679757 | CARGO | Mar 10, 2004 | Mar 10, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE SPECIALTY INS. CO. | CA 4199500-4 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2003 | Apr 8, 2003 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-454262 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-454262 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (10 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC454262 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 12, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 3, 2025 |
| MC454262 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 12, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 9, 2021 |
| MC454262 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 12, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 6, 2012 |
| MC454262 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 14, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 5, 2011 |
| MC454262 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 12, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 23, 2010 |
| MC454262 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 12, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 1, 2009 |
| MC454262 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jul 28, 2006 | — | Unknown |
| MC454262 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 14, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 11, 2005 |
| MC454262 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Apr 15, 2004 | REVOKED | Jul 18, 2006 |
| MC454262 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 26, 2003 | REVOKED | Mar 31, 2004 |
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
2 states • 26 inspections
Violation Summary (47 violations from 26 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 3 | 3 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 3 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHWS | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLILC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | 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:396.5B-HWSL | Fuel system leak | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSIR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BCFSBD | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41B10-MC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial vehicle without corrective lenses or hearing aid as indicated on the driver's medical certificate | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.82DUMT | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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:393.75A3-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:383.95-LCDL | RESTRICTION - (CDL) - OPERATE A CMV IN VIOLATION OF A RESTRICTION. | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11(a)(1) | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.71(h) | License (CDL) - CDL or CLP holder possesses a valid medical certificate but is not on file with the issuing state driver's licensing agency as required | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2 | 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 (26 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
21 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (21 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2025 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | COLUMBUS | MANCHESTER EXPY NEAR WOODRUFF RD | ...101248 | DAT TRUCKING INC |
| Mar 2, 2023 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | COLUMBUS | I 185 N AT DOUBLE CHURCHES RD. | ...006230 | DAT TRUCKING INC |
| Mar 31, 2020 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 21, 2017 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 30, 2017 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 8, 2015 | WV | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 9, 2015 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 5, 2014 | TX | FATAL | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 5, 2013 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 27, 2012 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 30, 2011 | AL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 1, 2008 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 4, 2008 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| May 8, 2008 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 28, 2006 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 14, 2006 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 25, 2006 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 28, 2005 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 5, 2004 | AL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 7, 2004 | AL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 14, 2003 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Enforcement Actions
1 closed case — FMCSA civil penalties
1 Enforcement Case
| Case Number | Closed Date | Violation Code(s) | Settlement | Subject Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AL-2025-0031-US1576 | Nov 10, 2025 | 382.305(a) | $10,760 | Carrier |
Compliance Timeline
46 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 46 events