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Carrier profile · USDOT 334657 · MC-217974 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Franklin E Vessels

Union Star, KY · Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) carrier · Since 1988
No MC authorityNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsMotor VehiclesLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large Objects+6 more
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (800) 496-4474
4
Power units
1
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
10K
Annual miles
37 yr
Registered
95
/ 100
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MCS-150 not updated in over 2 years: FMCSA requires a biennial update.

How we scored it · 5 factors
Operating authority20/20
Insurance20/20
Out-of-service rates20/20
Crashes & rating20/20
Continuity & identity15/20

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

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
4
Power units
4
Trucks
4
Tractors owned
18
Trailers owned
1
Drivers
1
CDL drivers
Not registered for hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)Private Property
Cargo carried
General FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsMotor VehiclesLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsGrain, Feed, HayCommodities Dry BulkBeveragesPaper ProductsAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstruction
Annual mileage
10,000 mi (2020)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
334657
MC / docket
MC-217974
Legal name
Franklin E Vessels
DBA
—
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
First registered
Nov 30, 1988
Last MCS-150
Oct 3, 2021
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
1 (1)
Hazmat
No
Business type
Individual

Fraud & network signals

For review, not a verdict.

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

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Frequently asked

What is Franklin E Vessels's USDOT number?

Franklin E Vessels's USDOT number is 334657 and its docket number is MC-217974.

Is Franklin E Vessels authorized to operate?

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

What is Franklin E Vessels's safety record?

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

How big is Franklin E Vessels's fleet?

4 power units and 1 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Oct 3, 2021.

Where is Franklin E Vessels located?

Franklin E Vessels is located at 18603 E Hwy 144, Union Star, KY, 40171. Phone: (800) 496-4474.

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