TRANSPORT NORTHWEST INC
USDOT 723895 • 24225 PACIFIC HIGHWAY SOUTH, DES MOINES, WA, 98198
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
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BA2605667 | ON FILE | Jan 8, 2020 | Jan 2, 2020 |
Insurance History (22 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BA2605667 | REPLACED | Jan 8, 2020 | Jan 3, 2021 |
| WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BA2605667 | REPLACED | Jan 2, 2020 | Jan 8, 2020 |
| WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BA2605667 | REPLACED | Jan 3, 2019 | Jan 2, 2020 |
| WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BA2605667 | CANCELLED | Jan 3, 2019 | Jan 8, 2020 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0030840001 | CANCELLED | Jan 3, 2016 | Feb 1, 2019 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0030840001 | REPLACED | Jan 3, 2016 | Jan 3, 2019 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN131100 | REPLACED | Jan 3, 2014 | Jan 3, 2016 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN131100 | CANCELLED | Jan 3, 2014 | Feb 3, 2016 |
| HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TP3042617 | REPLACED | Jan 3, 2013 | Jan 3, 2014 |
| HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TP3042617 | CANCELLED | Jan 3, 2013 | Feb 3, 2014 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN047963 | CANCELLED | Dec 22, 2011 | Feb 6, 2013 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN047963 | REPLACED | Dec 22, 2011 | Jan 3, 2013 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN321449 | CANCELLED | Jan 3, 2002 | Dec 22, 2011 |
| GULF INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | GA0677087-01 | CANCELLED | Jan 3, 2001 | Jan 4, 2002 |
| GULF INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | GA0677087-01 | REPLACED | Jan 3, 2001 | Jan 3, 2002 |
| GULF INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | GA0496300 | REPLACED | Apr 19, 2000 | Apr 19, 2000 |
| GULF INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | GA0496300 | CANCELLED | Apr 19, 2000 | Jul 25, 2000 |
| GULF INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | GA0496300 | CANCELLED | Jan 5, 2000 | Apr 19, 2000 |
| TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 7TMP300T303-3-IND-99 | REPLACED | Jan 5, 1999 | Jan 5, 2000 |
| HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TP3033582 | CANCELLED | Feb 20, 1998 | Feb 10, 1999 |
| HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TP3033582 | REPLACED | Feb 20, 1998 | Jan 5, 1999 |
| HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TP3033582 | REPLACED | Jan 5, 1998 | Feb 20, 1998 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BA2605667 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 3, 2021 | Jan 3, 2021 |
| TERM/CANCL | WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BA2605667 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 8, 2020 | Jan 8, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BA2605667 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 8, 2020 | Jan 8, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BA2605667 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 2, 2020 | Jan 2, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BA2605667 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 2, 2020 | Jan 2, 2020 |
| TERM/CANCL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0030840001 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2019 | Feb 1, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0030840001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 3, 2019 | Jan 3, 2019 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN131100 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 3, 2016 | Feb 3, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN131100 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 3, 2016 | Jan 3, 2016 |
| TERM/CANCL | HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | TP3042617 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 3, 2014 | Feb 3, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | TP3042617 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 3, 2014 | Jan 3, 2014 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN047963 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 6, 2013 | Feb 6, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN047963 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 3, 2013 | Jan 3, 2013 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN321449 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 22, 2011 | Dec 22, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | GULF INSURANCE CO. | GA0677087-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 4, 2002 | Jan 4, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | GULF INSURANCE CO. | GA0677087-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 3, 2002 | Jan 3, 2002 |
| CANCEL | GULF INSURANCE CO. | GA0496300 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 25, 2000 | Jul 25, 2000 |
| CANCEL | GULF INSURANCE CO. | GA0496300 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 19, 2000 | Apr 19, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | GULF INSURANCE CO. | GA0496300 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 19, 2000 | Apr 19, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY | 7TMP300T303-3-IND-99 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 5, 2000 | Jan 5, 2000 |
| TERM/CANCL | HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | TP3033582 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 10, 1999 | Feb 10, 1999 |
| TERM/REPL | HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | TP3033582 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 5, 1999 | Jan 5, 1999 |
| TERM/REPL | HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | TP3033582 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 20, 1998 | Feb 20, 1998 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-331769 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC331769 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 29, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 22, 2023 |
| MC331769 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 25, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 7, 2011 |
| MC331769 | PROPERTY BROKER | DISMISSED | Nov 20, 2006 | — | Unknown |
| MC331769 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jan 18, 2001 | — | Unknown |
| MC331769 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 17, 1998 | REVOKED | Oct 24, 2000 |
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 (28 violations from 16 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 4 | 0 | 8 | 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:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 2 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.82DUMT | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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 | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | 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:390.21T(b)(1) | 390.21T(b)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55D3-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | 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:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24(c)(2)(iii) | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:390.3(e) | Driver prohibited from performing safety sensitive functions per 382.501(a) in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse | 1 | 1 | — | General/Admin |
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
1 crash record from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (1 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 2025 | WA | TOW | 0 | 0 | RICHLAND | I-82MP102.00 | ...243340 | TRANSPORT NORTHWEST INC |
Compliance Timeline
25 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records