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Carrier profile · USDOT 1178237 · MC1222197 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Thomas Descant

DBA Descant Trucking · Cottonport, LA · Interstate for-hire carrier · Since 2003
Authority inactiveNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral Freight
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (318) 305-1180
2
Power units
1
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
100K
Annual miles
23 yr
Registered
75
/ 100
High risk

Serious problems on the federal record

Carrier authority inactive: Interstate for-hire carriers need active MC authority to haul regulated freight. MCS-150 not updated in over 2 years: FMCSA requires a biennial update.

How we scored it · 5 factors
Operating authority0/20
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

FMCSA closed cases

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Carrier
Inactive
Broker
None
Docket
MC1222197
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
—
Tractors owned
—
Trailers owned
1
Drivers
1
CDL drivers
Not registered for hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
InterstateAuthorized for Hire
Cargo carried
General Freight
Annual mileage
100,000 mi (2023)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
1178237
MC / docket
MC-1222197
Legal name
Thomas Descant
DBA
Descant Trucking
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Interstate
First registered
Oct 16, 2003
Last MCS-150
Sep 29, 2024
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.
Shared phone number
Same phone number as 1 other active USDOT.
Unique email address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique street address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Sharing this phone number · (318) 305-1180

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 Thomas Descant's USDOT number?

Thomas Descant's USDOT number is 1178237 and its docket number is MC1222197.

Is Thomas Descant authorized to operate?

FMCSA does not show active operating authority on file. Verify on FMCSA SAFER before tendering freight.

What is Thomas Descant's safety record?

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

How big is Thomas Descant's fleet?

2 power units and 1 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Sep 29, 2024.

Where is Thomas Descant located?

Thomas Descant is located at 1235 Hwy 1184, Cottonport, LA, 71327. Phone: (318) 305-1180.

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