Carrier profile · USDOT 2591676 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

John Thornton Jr

DBA J Thornton Transport · Fayette, ME · Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) for-hire carrier · Since 2015
No MC authorityNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightHousehold GoodsMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsMotor VehiclesDrive/Tow AwayLogs, Poles, Beams, Lumber+14 more
1
Power units
1
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
2,000
Annual miles
11 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.

Enforcement

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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
1
Power units
1
Trucks
1
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
General FreightHousehold GoodsMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsMotor VehiclesDrive/Tow AwayLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsFresh ProduceLiquids/GasesIntermodal ContainersLivestockGrain, Feed, HayMeatCommodities Dry BulkRefrigerated FoodPaper ProductsUtilitiesAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstruction
Annual mileage
2,000 mi (2019)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
2591676
MC / docket
None
Legal name
John Thornton Jr
DBA
J Thornton Transport
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
First registered
Mar 23, 2015
Last MCS-150
Jul 8, 2021
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
1 (1)
Hazmat
No
Business type
—

Fraud & network signals

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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 John Thornton Jr's USDOT number?

John Thornton Jr's USDOT number is 2591676.

Is John Thornton Jr authorized to operate?

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

What is John Thornton Jr's safety record?

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

How big is John Thornton Jr's fleet?

1 power unit and 1 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Jul 8, 2021.

Where is John Thornton Jr located?

John Thornton Jr is located at 271 Sandy River Road, Fayette, ME, 04349. Phone: (207) 213-9707.

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