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Carrier profile · USDOT 1584225 · MC642459 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

James Lee Bennett

DBA Bennett Express Transportation · Granger, IN · Interstate for-hire carrier · Since 2006
Authority active$750K BIPD on fileNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsMotor VehiclesLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large Objects+9 more
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (574) 247-0853
3
Power units
4
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
172K
Annual miles
19 yr
Registered
100
/ 100
Clear to load

Operating legally, with one flag to weigh

Authority and insurance are in order. No roadside inspections in 24 months: Too little history to judge on-road safety.

How we scored it · 5 factors
Operating authority20/20
Insurance20/20
Out-of-service rates20/20
Crashes & rating20/20
Continuity & identity20/20

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

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Carrier
Active
Broker
None
Docket
MC642459
Revocation pending
No
Contract Carrier (Property)

Coverage vs federal minimum

BIPD liability$750,000
$750K required minimum (49 CFR 387.9)
CargoNot required

Filings on record

  1. Jun 4, 2018Liability (BIPD) · Auto Owners Insurance Company · $750,000

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
3
Power units
3
Trucks
3
Tractors owned
4
Trailers owned
4
Drivers
1
CDL drivers
Not registered for hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
InterstateAuthorized for Hire
Cargo carried
General FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsMotor VehiclesLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsIntermodal ContainersOilfield EquipmentGrain, Feed, HayU.S. MailPaper ProductsUtilitiesAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstructionExcavating Equip
Annual mileage
171,960 mi (2025)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
1584225
MC / docket
MC-642459
Legal name
James Lee Bennett
DBA
Bennett Express Transportation
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Interstate
First registered
Dec 8, 2006
Last MCS-150
May 9, 2026
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
4 (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.
Unique phone number
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique email address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique street address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.

Frequently asked

What is James Lee Bennett's USDOT number?

James Lee Bennett's USDOT number is 1584225 and its docket number is MC642459.

Is James Lee Bennett authorized to operate?

Yes. FMCSA shows active carrier operating authority.

What is James Lee Bennett's safety record?

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

How big is James Lee Bennett's fleet?

3 power units and 4 drivers per its MCS-150 filed May 9, 2026.

What insurance does James Lee Bennett carry?

$750,000 in BIPD liability coverage is on file with Auto Owners Insurance Company.

Where is James Lee Bennett located?

James Lee Bennett is located at 13913 Adams Rd, Granger, IN, 46530. Phone: (574) 247-0853.

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