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Carrier profile · USDOT 9118256 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Ames Distribution LLC

Laurel, MD · Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) for-hire carrier · Since 2026
No MC authorityNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (240) 765-9554
2
Power units
2
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
20K
Annual miles
0 yr
Registered
90
/ 100
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Registered less than a year ago: New entrants are a common vector for double brokering and fraud.

How we scored it · 5 factors
Operating authority20/20
Insurance20/20
Out-of-service rates20/20
Crashes & rating20/20
Continuity & identity10/20

Composite of public FMCSA authority, insurance, inspection and crash records weighted against the national fleet. Decision support, not an official FMCSA safety rating.

Safety

FMCSA inspections & crashes · 24 mo · AS OF OCT 7, 2026

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and not rated by FMCSA.

Enforcement

FMCSA closed cases

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026

No operating authority (MC/FF docket) on file. Private and intrastate carriers don't need one; interstate for-hire carriers and brokers do.

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
2
Power units
1
Trucks
—
Tractors owned
—
Trailers owned
2
Drivers
0
CDL drivers
Not registered for hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)Authorized for Hire
Cargo carried

No cargo classifications reported.

Annual mileage
20,000 mi (2026)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
9118256
MC / docket
None
Legal name
Ames Distribution LLC
DBA
—
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
First registered
Jul 26, 2026
Last MCS-150
N/A
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
2 (0)
Hazmat
No
Business type
—

Fraud & network signals

For review, not a verdict.

No prior revocation
FMCSA shows no link to a previously revoked authority.
Shared phone number
Same phone number as 1 other active USDOT.
Unique email address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Shared street address
Same street address as 2 other active USDOTs.
Sharing this phone number · (240) 765-9554
Sharing this street address

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Frequently asked

What is Ames Distribution LLC's USDOT number?

Ames Distribution LLC's USDOT number is 9118256.

Is Ames Distribution LLC authorized to operate?

It does not hold MC operating authority, which private and intrastate carriers do not need.

What is Ames Distribution LLC's safety record?

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months. Not rated by FMCSA.

How big is Ames Distribution LLC's fleet?

2 power units and 2 drivers per its MCS-150.

Where is Ames Distribution LLC located?

Ames Distribution LLC is located at 9250 Pinenut Ct, Laurel, MD, 20723-1765. Phone: (240) 765-9554.

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