POPE TRANSPORT INC
USDOT 972016 • N331 STATE ROAD 59, WHITEWATER, WI, 53190
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPINNAKER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | SHD-84229482 | ON FILE | Aug 31, 2025 | Feb 25, 2026 |
| NATIONWIDE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMP | CARGO | ACP CIM 7105142653 | ON FILE | Sep 1, 2011 | Nov 8, 2012 |
Insurance History (18 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-ZB2444 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 2018 | Aug 31, 2025 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-X53296 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2012 | Oct 1, 2018 |
| NATIONWIDE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMP | BIPD/Primary | ACP BA 7105142653 | REPLACED | Sep 1, 2011 | Oct 1, 2012 |
| ESSEX INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | IMS17334 | REPLACED | Nov 19, 2010 | Sep 1, 2011 |
| MAIDEN REINSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | MR-300034-01 | REPLACED | Sep 1, 2009 | Nov 19, 2010 |
| MAIDEN REINSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MR-300034-01 | REPLACED | Sep 1, 2009 | Sep 1, 2011 |
| MAIDEN REINSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MR-300034-01 | CANCELLED | Sep 1, 2009 | Sep 29, 2011 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP2582348C | REPLACED | Sep 1, 2006 | Sep 1, 2009 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP2582348C | CANCELLED | Sep 1, 2005 | Sep 1, 2006 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | MCP2582348C | REPLACED | Sep 1, 2005 | Sep 1, 2009 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP02441A | REPLACED | Jan 6, 2004 | Sep 1, 2005 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP02441A | REPLACED | Jan 6, 2004 | Sep 1, 2005 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP02441A | CANCELLED | Jan 6, 2004 | Oct 6, 2005 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP02441A | CANCELLED | Jan 6, 2004 | Oct 6, 2005 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP02441A | REPLACED | Aug 23, 2001 | Jan 6, 2004 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP02441A | NAME CHANGED | Aug 23, 2001 | Jan 21, 2004 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP02441A | REPLACED | Aug 23, 2001 | Jan 6, 2004 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP02441A | NAME CHANGED | Aug 23, 2001 | Jan 21, 2004 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | SPINNAKER INSURANCE COMPANY | SHD-84229482 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 25, 2026 | Feb 25, 2026 |
| CANCEL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-ZB2444 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 31, 2025 | Aug 31, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-X53296 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2018 | Oct 1, 2018 |
| CANCEL | NATIONWIDE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMP | ACP CIM 7105142653 | CARGO | Nov 8, 2012 | Nov 8, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONWIDE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMP | ACP BA 7105142653 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2012 | Oct 1, 2012 |
| TERM/CANCL | MAIDEN REINSURANCE COMPANY | MR-300034-01 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 29, 2011 | Sep 29, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | MAIDEN REINSURANCE COMPANY | MR-300034-01 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2011 | Sep 1, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | ESSEX INSURANCE COMPANY | IMS17334 | CARGO | Sep 1, 2011 | Sep 1, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | MAIDEN REINSURANCE COMPANY | MR-300034-01 | CARGO | Nov 19, 2010 | Nov 19, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | MCP2582348C | CARGO | Sep 1, 2009 | Sep 1, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | MCP2582348C | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2009 | Sep 1, 2009 |
| CANCEL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | MCP2582348C | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2006 | Sep 1, 2006 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP02441A | BIPD/Primary | Oct 6, 2005 | Oct 6, 2005 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP02441A | CARGO | Oct 6, 2005 | Oct 6, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP02441A | CARGO | Sep 1, 2005 | Sep 1, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP02441A | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2005 | Sep 1, 2005 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP02441A | BIPD/Primary | Jan 21, 2004 | Jan 21, 2004 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP02441A | CARGO | Jan 21, 2004 | Jan 21, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP02441A | BIPD/Primary | Jan 6, 2004 | Jan 6, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP02441A | CARGO | Jan 6, 2004 | Jan 6, 2004 |
Authority Action History (8 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC413821 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 29, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 2, 2026 |
| MC413821 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 29, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 2, 2026 |
| MC413821 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 4, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 11, 2025 |
| MC413821 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 4, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 11, 2025 |
| MC413821 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 2, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 15, 2011 |
| MC413821 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 2, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 15, 2011 |
| MC413821 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Oct 4, 2001 | — | Unknown |
| MC413821 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Aug 30, 2001 | — | 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
10 states • 53 inspections
Violation Summary (81 violations from 53 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 16 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 4 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 3 | 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 | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 3 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E1PC | HOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(2) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.5(a) | Use/possession of alcohol | 2 | 2 | 10 | Controlled Substances/Alcohol |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | 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:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2LV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALR | Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.207B-AALPME-OOS | Frame cracked/broken/sagging | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a)(4) | 393.95(a)(4) | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 1 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22H4-ELDBRODS | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have a supply of blank driver's records of duty status graph-grids sufficient to record the driver's duty status a | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.5(a)(1) | BAC 0.02-0.039 | 1 | 1 | 7 | Controlled Substances/Alcohol |
| FMCSR:393.201(a) | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.209(d) | Wheel fasteners loose/missing | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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 (53 inspections)
Showing 50 of 53
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 18, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | WEST CHICAGO TWP | I-94 N/B | ...W25999 | POPE TRANSPORT INC |
| Oct 19, 2024 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | DELAVAN | IH 043 NB | ...674199 | POPE TRANSPORT INC |
| Jan 12, 2024 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | JEFFERSON | CTH N SB | ...BL3210 | POPE TRANSPORT INC |
| Dec 25, 2023 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | ERIE TWP | I-88 | ...HT9933 | POPE TRANSPORT INC |
| Oct 17, 2023 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | WHEATON | W ROOSEVELT RD | ...664777 | POPE TRANSPORT INC |
| Feb 28, 2023 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LA GRANGE | USH 012 EB | ...FD1852 | POPE TRANSPORT INC |
| Feb 7, 2023 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | BRISTOL | STH 050 EB | ...572955 | POPE TRANSPORT INC |
| Jul 11, 2022 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | LASALLE | I-39 | ...174488 | POPE TRANSPORT INC |
| Sep 6, 2021 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | CHICAGO | I-94 S/B | ...GX5731 | POPE TRANSPORT INC |
| Mar 8, 2021 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | COLD SPRING | STH 059 WB | ...BM7038 | POPE TRANSPORT INC |
| Feb 20, 2021 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | CHESTERTON(PORTER) | I-94 | ...HM3646 | POPE TRANSPORT INC |
| Feb 16, 2021 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | COLFAX | I65S | ...GC9956 | POPE TRANSPORT INC |
| Feb 7, 2019 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 5, 2018 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 12, 2017 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 5, 2017 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 6, 2017 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 28, 2016 | WI | FATAL | 4 | 4 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 6, 2016 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 7, 2015 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| May 29, 2014 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 11, 2013 | KY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| May 10, 2013 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 1, 2011 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 21, 2010 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Enforcement Actions
1 closed case — FMCSA civil penalties
1 Enforcement Case
| Case Number | Closed Date | Violation Code(s) | Settlement | Subject Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WI-2024-0028-US1488 | May 10, 2024 | 382.305(b)(2) | $7,020 | Carrier |
Compliance Timeline
48 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 48 events