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Carrier profile · USDOT 2040658 · MC716638 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Chris Cate

DBA Chris's Towing · Dandridge, TN · Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) for-hire carrier · Since 2010
Authority inactiveNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedMotor VehiclesDrive/Tow Away
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (423) 586-1076
1
Power units
1
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
—
Annual miles
16 yr
Registered
90
/ 100
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MCS-150 not updated in over 2 years: FMCSA requires a biennial update. Contact details shared with 8 other USDOTs: Can mean affiliates or a filing service, but also chameleon carriers.

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.

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Carrier
Inactive
Broker
None
Docket
MC716638
Revocation pending
No

Coverage vs federal minimum

BIPD liabilityNone
$750K required minimum (49 CFR 387.9)
CargoNot required

Equipment

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

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)Authorized for Hire
Cargo carried
Motor VehiclesDrive/Tow Away
Annual mileage
Not reported

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
2040658
MC / docket
MC-716638
Legal name
Chris Cate
DBA
Chris's Towing
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
First registered
Jun 2, 2010
Last MCS-150
Jun 2, 2010
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
1 (1)
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 8 other active USDOTs.
Unique email address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique street address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Sharing this phone number · (423) 586-1076

Shared contact details can mean affiliated companies or a registration service, but they are also a common sign of chameleon carriers and identity theft. Confirm you're dealing with the company you expect.

Frequently asked

What is Chris Cate's USDOT number?

Chris Cate's USDOT number is 2040658 and its docket number is MC716638.

Is Chris Cate authorized to operate?

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

What is Chris Cate's safety record?

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

How big is Chris Cate's fleet?

1 power unit and 1 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Jun 2, 2010.

Where is Chris Cate located?

Chris Cate is located at 561 Cline Rd, Dandridge, TN, 37725. Phone: (423) 586-1076.

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