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Carrier profile · USDOT 280315 · MC215425 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

James William Bean

DBA James Bean · Clayton, IL · Interstate for-hire carrier · Since 1986
Authority active$750K BIPD on fileSatisfactory ratingNo hazmat
Cargo carriedMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsGrain, Feed, HayCommodities Dry Bulk+3 more
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (217) 894-6839
1
Power units
1
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
33K
Annual miles
40 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. FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory.

Enforcement

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Carrier
Active
Broker
None
Docket
MC215425
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. Jan 19, 2017Liability (BIPD) · Acuity, A Mutual Insurance Company · $750,000

Equipment

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

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
InterstateAuthorized for Hire
Cargo carried
Metal: Sheets, Coils, RollsLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsGrain, Feed, HayCommodities Dry BulkAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstructionRock
Annual mileage
33,010 mi (2024)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
280315
MC / docket
MC-215425
Legal name
James William Bean
DBA
James Bean
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Interstate
First registered
Oct 20, 1986
Last MCS-150
May 19, 2025
Safety rating
Satisfactory
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.
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 William Bean's USDOT number?

James William Bean's USDOT number is 280315 and its docket number is MC215425.

Is James William Bean authorized to operate?

Yes. FMCSA shows active carrier operating authority.

What is James William Bean's safety record?

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months. FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory.

How big is James William Bean's fleet?

1 power unit and 1 drivers per its MCS-150 filed May 19, 2025.

What insurance does James William Bean carry?

$750,000 in BIPD liability coverage is on file with Acuity, A Mutual Insurance Company.

Where is James William Bean located?

James William Bean is located at 1705 East 2950TH St, Clayton, IL, 62324. Phone: (217) 894-6839.

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