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45/100
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Risk signals detected. Verify authority, insurance, and safety record.
Chief Carriers INC
DOT 54985 · MC MC129808 · Grand Island, NE
Report generated: June 11, 2026 at 12:31 PM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✗Safety record clean?
✓No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Chief Carriers INC (DOT 54985, MC MC129808) is a Nebraska-based interstate carrier headquartered in Grand Island, NE. As of June 11, 2026 at 12:31 PM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 2 risk signals on this carrier, including: crash with fatalities or injuries on record; unsafe driving violation on record. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Caution" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 11, 2026 at 12:31 PM.

Common AuthorityContract Authority
FMCSA Public Record
Chief Carriers INC
DOT Number54985
MC NumberMC129808
Street2405 S NORTH RD
City / StateGrand Island, NE 68803
Phone3083897250
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age52 yr
MCS-150 filed04/21/2026
Company officerAndrew Winkler
Power units70
Total drivers70
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)✓ Active
Contract (for-hire)✓ Active
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Crash with fatalities or injuries on record
●Unsafe driving violation on record
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
OOS rate 11.1% vs. national avg 22.26% — below average
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Power Units
70
Fleet
Drivers
70
Total
Inspections
171
On record
Crashes
19
On record
OOS Rate
11.1%
↓ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
52 yr
Since 1974
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
171 insp (100%)· 9 viol
Unsafe Driving
171 insp (100%)· 19 viol
Driver Fitness
171 insp (100%)
Controlled Substances
171 insp (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
73 insp (43%)· 26 viol
Inspection History
171 total · OOS rate 11.1%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
5/31/2024IAII00Pass
10/30/2024NEII01OOS
10/30/2024NEIII00Pass
11/30/2025NCII00Pass
5/30/2024IAI00Pass
5/30/2024INIII00Pass
3/30/2025WYII00Pass
6/30/2025NEIII00Pass
6/30/2025NEIII00Pass
1/30/2026INIII00Pass
Crash History
19 total on record
DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
—NE00Y
—NE00Y
—IN00Y
—IL01Y
—TX00Y
Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$750,000
Effective
5/1/2024
Location
2405 S NORTH RD, Grand Island, NE, 68803 · Open in Maps →
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Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedJun 1974
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chief Carriers INC authorized to operate?

Yes. Chief Carriers INC holds Common and Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is Chief Carriers INC's safety record?

Chief Carriers INC has 171 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 11.1%. Crash history shows 19 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Chief Carriers INC operate?

Chief Carriers INC operates 70 power units with approximately 70 drivers.

Is Chief Carriers INC insured?

Chief Carriers INC has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Chief Carriers INC had any risk indicators?

Chief Carriers INC has a risk score of 45/100 (High Risk) with 2 active risk signals. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for Chief Carriers INC?

Chief Carriers INC's DOT number is 54985 and MC number is MC129808. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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