WATCO LLC
USDOT 984951 • 210 SHANE'S LANE, SOMERSET, KY, 42501
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-418897 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Oct 29, 2015 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTO1395033 | ON FILE | Oct 31, 2014 | Oct 31, 2015 |
Insurance History (15 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTO1391635 | CANCELLED | Oct 31, 2013 | Oct 31, 2014 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTO0127594 | CANCELLED | Oct 31, 2012 | Oct 31, 2013 |
| THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | EBA 010 99 49 | REPLACED | Oct 31, 2011 | Oct 31, 2012 |
| THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | EBA 004 96 10 | REPLACED | Oct 31, 2010 | Oct 31, 2011 |
| THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CPA 105 61 36 | REPLACED | Oct 31, 2009 | Oct 31, 2010 |
| THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CPA 105 61 36 | REPLACED | Oct 31, 2009 | Oct 31, 2009 |
| REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | RICTN0002774 | CANCELLED | Oct 31, 2008 | Oct 31, 2009 |
| REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | RICTN0001802 | CANCELLED | Oct 31, 2007 | Oct 31, 2008 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BAP 9676886-00 | REPLACED | Oct 31, 2006 | Oct 31, 2007 |
| CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | DSN000011509 | CANCELLED | Oct 31, 2005 | Oct 31, 2006 |
| CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | DSN000010468 | CANCELLED | Oct 31, 2004 | Oct 31, 2005 |
| CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | DSN000009511 | CANCELLED | Oct 31, 2003 | Oct 31, 2004 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LRA 437 365 | CANCELLED | Oct 31, 2002 | Oct 31, 2003 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CAK14776 | REPLACED | Jan 21, 2002 | Oct 31, 2002 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CAK14776 | CANCELLED | Nov 1, 2001 | Jan 30, 2002 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CTO1395033 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2015 | Oct 31, 2015 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CTO1391635 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2014 | Oct 31, 2014 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CTO0127594 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2013 | Oct 31, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | EBA 010 99 49 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2012 | Oct 31, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | EBA 004 96 10 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2011 | Oct 31, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | CPA 105 61 36 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2010 | Oct 31, 2010 |
| CANCEL | REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | RICTN0002774 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2009 | Oct 31, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | CPA 105 61 36 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2009 | Oct 31, 2009 |
| CANCEL | REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | RICTN0001802 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2008 | Oct 31, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP 9676886-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2007 | Oct 31, 2007 |
| CANCEL | CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | DSN000011509 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2006 | Oct 31, 2006 |
| CANCEL | CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | DSN000010468 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2005 | Oct 31, 2005 |
| CANCEL | CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | DSN000009511 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2004 | Oct 31, 2004 |
| CANCEL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LRA 437 365 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2003 | Oct 31, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CAK14776 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2002 | Oct 31, 2002 |
| CANCEL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CAK14776 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 30, 2002 | Jan 30, 2002 |
Authority Action History (10 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC418897 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 5, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 29, 2015 |
| MC418897 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 6, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 31, 2014 |
| MC418897 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 4, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 31, 2013 |
| MC418897 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 5, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 4, 2009 |
| MC418897 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 6, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 31, 2008 |
| MC418897 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 4, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 1, 2006 |
| MC418897 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 4, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 26, 2005 |
| MC418897 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 4, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 28, 2004 |
| MC418897 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 26, 2002 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 12, 2002 |
| MC418897 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 19, 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
1 state • 53 inspections
Violation Summary (67 violations from 53 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 7 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.25F | Lamps on rear of CMV obscured by load | 6 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 6 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 2 | 3 | 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 | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-LC | Brake - Leak from air chamber | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9T | Inoperable tail lamp | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100(b) | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 2 | 2 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALR | Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | 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:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LSLM | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.41A-MCPC | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BOS | 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:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.11B4-DEN | Driver operating a CMV without proper endorsements or in violation of restrictions | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.9(a) | Operating without proper operating authority | 1 | 1 | 8 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.25(f) | Lamps on rear of CMV obscured by load | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9 | Driver may not operate a CMV without proper load securement | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201(a) | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 19, 2025 | KY | INJURY | 0 | 3 | LOUISVILLE | I 0264 | ...660965 | WATCO LLC |
| Aug 28, 2024 | KY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | FLORENCE | I 0075 | ...888322 | WATCO LLC |
| Jun 17, 2024 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | WHITEWATER (TOWNSHIP OF) | IR 275 | ...660965 | WATCO LLC |
| Sep 28, 2023 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | LONDON | US0025 | ...676113 | WATCO LLC |
| Sep 6, 2023 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | MOUNT VERNON | I 0075 | ...321353 | WATCO LLC |
| Sep 9, 2022 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | MILLSTONE | KY0113 | ...676113 | WATCO LLC |
| Feb 3, 2021 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | MONTEREY | US0127 | ...H07535 | WATCO LLC |
| Jun 18, 2020 | KY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 23, 2018 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 3, 2017 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 2, 2016 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 12, 2016 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 6, 2015 | KY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 26, 2012 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 25, 2011 | KY | FATAL | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 1, 2010 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 7, 2010 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 10, 2009 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 25, 2009 | KY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 23, 2008 | KY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 22, 2006 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 6, 2006 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 3, 2006 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 31, 2005 | KY | FATAL | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 20, 2005 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
42 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 42 events