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Carrier profile · USDOT 872622 · MC382289 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Paul Smith

Searsboro, IA · Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) for-hire carrier · Since 2000
Authority inactiveNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightGrain, Feed, HayRock
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (614) 891-1296
2
Power units
1
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
40K
Annual miles
26 yr
Registered
95
/ 100
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Contact details shared with 9 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 & 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
Carrier
Inactive
Broker
None
Docket
MC382289
Revocation pending
No

Coverage vs federal minimum

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

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
2
Power units
2
Trucks
2
Tractors owned
2
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 FreightGrain, Feed, HayRock
Annual mileage
40,000 mi (2025)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
872622
MC / docket
MC-382289
Legal name
Paul Smith
DBA
—
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
First registered
Apr 12, 2000
Last MCS-150
Feb 18, 2026
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.
Unique phone number
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Shared email address
Same email address as 9 other active USDOTs.
Unique street address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Sharing this email address

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 Paul Smith's USDOT number?

Paul Smith's USDOT number is 872622 and its docket number is MC382289.

Is Paul Smith authorized to operate?

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

What is Paul Smith's safety record?

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

How big is Paul Smith's fleet?

2 power units and 1 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Feb 18, 2026.

Where is Paul Smith located?

Paul Smith is located at 675- 512 Avenue, Searsboro, IA, 50242. Phone: (614) 891-1296.

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