KOSS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
USDOT 73532 • 1800 NW BRICKYARD ROAD, TOPEKA, KS, 66618
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-491135 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jun 8, 2021 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | CARGO | QT-630-4299B571-TIL-10 | ON FILE | Feb 1, 2010 | Dec 13, 2018 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | DT-810-893J7084-TIL-04 | ON FILE | Feb 4, 2004 | Feb 1, 2020 |
Insurance History (4 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | CARGO | QT-660-141D1733 | REPLACED | Aug 13, 2009 | Feb 1, 2010 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | CARGO | QT-660-141D1733 | CANCELLED | Aug 13, 2009 | Mar 24, 2010 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | CARGO | QT-660-141D1733 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2004 | Aug 13, 2009 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | DT-810-893J7084-TIL-04 | REPLACED | Feb 4, 2004 | Feb 4, 2004 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | DT-810-893J7084-TIL-04 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2020 | Feb 1, 2020 |
| CANCEL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT-630-4299B571-TIL-10 | CARGO | Dec 13, 2018 | Dec 13, 2018 |
| TERM/CANCL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT-660-141D1733 | CARGO | Mar 24, 2010 | Mar 24, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT-660-141D1733 | CARGO | Feb 1, 2010 | Feb 1, 2010 |
| CANCEL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT-660-141D1733 | CARGO | Aug 13, 2009 | Aug 13, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | DT-810-893J7084-TIL-04 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 4, 2004 | Feb 4, 2004 |
Authority Action History (3 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC491135 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 29, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 8, 2021 |
| MC491135 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 17, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 23, 2009 |
| MC491135 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Aug 2, 2004 | — | 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
3 states • 22 inspections
Violation Summary (56 violations from 22 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 6 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 5 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100(b) | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 2 | 2 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 2 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLML | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLMF | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | 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:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(1) | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209(e) | Power steering violations | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51(a) | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 0 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.9(a) | Operating without proper operating authority | 1 | 1 | 8 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.25(f) | Lamps on rear of CMV obscured by load | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(2) | Tire-tread and/or sidewall separation | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83(a) | Exhaust system location defective | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(a) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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 (22 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
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 27, 2024 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | U050 | ...252428 | KOSS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY |
| Apr 18, 2024 | NE | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I-80 | ...709132 | KOSS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY |
| Oct 1, 2021 | AR | TOW | 0 | 0 | OZARK | I40W | ...C63333 | KOSS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY |
| Jul 8, 2021 | AR | TOW | 0 | 0 | OZARK | CST(NORTH 18TH STREET) | ...004533 | KOSS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY |
| Aug 30, 2017 | OK | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 24, 2017 | AR | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 13, 2017 | OK | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 23, 2015 | AR | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 17, 2014 | AR | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 12, 2014 | OK | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 14, 2011 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 25, 2008 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 25, 2007 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 29, 2007 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 2, 2007 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 19, 2006 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 30, 2005 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 12, 2005 | MO | FATAL | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 14, 2003 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 4, 2001 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 14, 2000 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 4, 1997 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 1, 1997 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| May 4, 1996 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 6, 1993 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
32 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 32 events