- No active BIPD/Primary insurance on file — uninsured for 1,421 days (since Jun 26, 2022). A carrier without active primary liability coverage cannot legally operate.
COTTER & SONS MILK TRANSPORT INC
COTTER & SONS MILK TRANSPORT INC is a corporation based in BERLIN, PA, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 831642. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, with a safety rating of S. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 17 power units and 27 drivers, with 9 roadside inspections on file. Use this page to verify the carrier's authority and insurance, review its inspection and crash history, and cross-reference live data on FMCSA SAFER before booking a load or onboarding a partner.
COTTER & SONS MILK TRANSPORT INC is a mid-sized fleet, operating 17 power units and 27 drivers, organized as a corporation, based in Berlin, PA. Across 8 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 0.0% out-of-service rate, with 1 reportable crash. The carrier currently has no active BIPD/Primary coverage on file, and operating authority is active for contract.
Active filings
Safety Snapshot
8 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 700% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in PA (4) and MD (2), with Level 3 inspections the most common.
0.0% out-of-service rate; led by Vehicle Maintenance (55.6% of violations); top code 396.17C-PI (No proof of periodic inspection) cited 3 times.
The fleet comprises 17 power units (mid-sized fleet) and 27 drivers; Kenworth, Walker sta, and Wabash National are the most-inspected makes.
Compliance
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 60,523 ACTIVE carriers operating 9–26 power units (±50% of this carrier's 17 unit fleet).
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)
Violations by BASIC Category
Activity by State
| State | Inspections | OOS | OOS % | Last Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania (PA) | 4 | 0 | 0.0% | Feb 9, 2026 |
| Maryland (MD) | 2 | 0 | 0.0% | Sep 4, 2025 |
| Virginia (VA) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Jan 16, 2026 |
| West Virginia (WV) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Nov 18, 2024 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth | 5 | |
| Walker Sta | 3 | |
| Wabash National | 2 | |
| Blgr | 1 | |
| International | 1 | |
| Sidr | 1 | |
| Wlkr | 1 | |
| Western Star | 1 |
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
SMS data not available
FMCSA's Safety Measurement System has not published per-BASIC scores for this carrier yet. This typically means the carrier doesn't meet minimum exposure thresholds (inspections/power units), or their SMS snapshot hasn't been ingested.
Recent Inspections (9 rows) View all 9 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87007143 | Feb 9, 2026 | PA | 3 | PA |
TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 392.2-SLLLR, 396.17C-PI | No |
| 86825231 | Jan 16, 2026 | VA | 3 | BEALETON VA |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 395.8A, 392.2-SLLS3 | No |
| 86571593 | Dec 12, 2025 | PA | 2 | — |
WSTR TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 86404977 | Nov 15, 2025 | PA | 2 | — |
KW TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 396.17C-PI, 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | No |
| 85710650 | Sep 4, 2025 | MD | 2 | LITTLE ORLEANS MD |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 393.9A-LLPL | No |
| 85647737 | Aug 28, 2025 | MD | 1 | FROSTBURG MD |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 83212586 | Nov 18, 2024 | WV | 3 | WHEELING WV |
KENWORTH M TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 82054181 | Jun 18, 2024 | PA | 3 | NEW CASTLE PA |
INTL TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 78355059 | Apr 14, 2023 | OH | 1 | ROADSIDE | — | 1 | 396.17(c) | No |
Recent Crashes (13 rows)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA501595100X | Feb 4, 2025 | PA | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| MI0002880517 | May 3, 2023 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| PA603558900X | Apr 3, 2016 | PA | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| PA510615900X | Oct 5, 2015 | PA | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| WV000023968A | Feb 21, 2010 | WV | 0 | 4 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| PA806232500X | May 16, 2008 | PA | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| PA607860400X | Jun 14, 2006 | PA | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MD0509913358 | May 9, 2005 | MD | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MD0409527658 | Oct 31, 2004 | MD | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| PA400125100X | Aug 5, 2003 | PA | 0 | 2 | No | Yes | Injury |
| PA009712400A | Aug 3, 2000 | PA | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| PA003416700A | Feb 26, 2000 | PA | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| PA914354600A | Dec 10, 1999 | PA | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
Authority Records (1 docket)
Insurance Coverage Timeline (19 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | PCA-0000022-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 21, 2022 | Jun 26, 2022 | REPLACED |
| DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | PCA-0000022-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2021 | Apr 13, 2022 | CANCELLED |
| DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | PCA-0000022-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2021 | Mar 21, 2022 | REPLACED |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 3829766 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2016 | Jun 26, 2021 | REPLACED |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | TRK965554404 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2014 | Jun 26, 2016 | REPLACED |
| AMERICAN GUARANTEE & LIABILITY INS. CO. | TRK965554401 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2011 | Jun 26, 2014 | REPLACED |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | TRK965554400 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2010 | Jun 26, 2011 | REPLACED |
| EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY | TEA371859 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2009 | Jun 26, 2010 | CANCELLED |
| EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY | TEA001507 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2008 | Jun 26, 2009 | CANCELLED |
| EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY | TEA001216 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2007 | Jun 26, 2008 | CANCELLED |
| EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY | TEA000949 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2006 | Jun 26, 2007 | CANCELLED |
| EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY | TEA000679 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2005 | Jun 26, 2006 | CANCELLED |
| COMMERCE PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY | CP6183 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2004 | Jun 26, 2005 | CANCELLED |
| COMMERCE PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY | CP5850 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2003 | Jun 26, 2004 | REPLACED |
| COMMERCE PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY | CP5850 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2003 | Jul 7, 2004 | CANCELLED |
| MOUNTAIN LAUREL ASSURANCE COMPANY | CA 2091420-0 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2003 | Jun 26, 2003 | CANCELLED |
| ASSOCIATES INSURANCE COMPANY | PLP5010141 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 11, 2002 | Apr 11, 2003 | CANCELLED |
| ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY | T 0278519-01 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 11, 2001 | Apr 18, 2002 | CANCELLED |
| ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY | T 0278519-01 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 11, 2001 | Apr 11, 2002 | REPLACED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Jun 26, 2022insuranceTERM/REPL — DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH)
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Apr 13, 2022insuranceTERM/CANCL — DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH)
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Mar 22, 2022
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Mar 21, 2022insuranceTERM/REPL — DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH)
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Jun 26, 2021insuranceTERM/REPL — UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY
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Jun 26, 2016insuranceTERM/REPL — ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jun 26, 2014insuranceTERM/REPL — AMERICAN GUARANTEE & LIABILITY INS. CO.
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Jun 26, 2011insuranceTERM/REPL — ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jun 26, 2010insuranceCANCEL — EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jun 21, 2010
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Jun 26, 2009insuranceCANCEL — EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jun 22, 2009
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Jun 26, 2008insuranceCANCEL — EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jun 23, 2008
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Jun 26, 2007insuranceCANCEL — EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jun 26, 2006
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Jun 26, 2006insuranceCANCEL — EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jun 26, 2005insuranceCANCEL — COMMERCE PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jun 24, 2005
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Jul 7, 2004insuranceTERM/CANCL — COMMERCE PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jun 26, 2004insuranceTERM/REPL — COMMERCE PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jun 26, 2003insuranceCANCEL — MOUNTAIN LAUREL ASSURANCE COMPANY
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May 21, 2003
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Apr 11, 2003insuranceCANCEL — ASSOCIATES INSURANCE COMPANY
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Apr 18, 2002insuranceTERM/CANCL — ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY
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Apr 11, 2002insuranceTERM/REPL — ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jun 19, 2001
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Jan 4, 2000
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| FROSTBURG MD | MD | 1 | 0 |
| LITTLE ORLEANS MD | MD | 1 | 0 |
| ROADSIDE | OH | 1 | 0 |
| NEW CASTLE PA | PA | 1 | 0 |
| PA | PA | 1 | 0 |
| BEALETON VA | VA | 1 | 0 |
| WHEELING WV | WV | 1 | 0 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
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Docket MC371030
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DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH)
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY
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ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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AMERICAN GUARANTEE & LIABILITY INS. CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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COMMERCE PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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MOUNTAIN LAUREL ASSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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ASSOCIATES INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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