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DOT 1781930Last checked 23h ago
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Vetting2 failed11 passedNo for-hire authority · No insurance filing
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DOT 1781930Mercer, PA

David Earl Root

DBA: Root Farms

Private Carrier · Not For HireInterstateMercer, PA 16137

David Earl Root has a fleet of 3 power units and 2 drivers. It does not hold for-hire operating authority and may operate as a private carrier. The company has recorded 3 roadside inspections in its operating history.

Identity
Legal nameDavid Earl Root
DBARoot Farms
DOT #1781930
MC #
CityMercer
StatePennsylvania
ZIP16137
Authority age17 yr 11 mo
StatusActive (No Auth)
Common authority
Contract authority
Broker authorityNot authorized
OperationInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
MCS-150 filed09/29/2025
Company officerDavid E Root
FMCSA SAFER →FMCSA Safety Scores (SMS) →
Fleet
3
Power units
Drivers
2
Total
Inspections
3
On record
Crashes
0
None on record
OOS Rate
0.0%
↓ Below 22.26% avg
Authority Age
17 yr 11 mo
Since 2008

Source: FMCSA compliance records, Truck Graph analysis. View methodology

Business Connections
Who else shares an officer, address, or phone number with this carrier
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Associated entities1 revoked in network
1 revoked in network
ConnectedRevoked

Location

179 YANKEE RIDGE RD, Mercer, PA, 16137

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Inspection history

3 inspections on record · 5 most recent shown · OOS rate: 0.0%

Out-of-service rates
Driver OOS (this carrier)
0.0%
National average
22.3%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
10/29/2024NYLevel II00Pass
4/9/2025NYLevel III00Pass
10/7/2024NYLevel II00Pass

Source: FMCSA inspection records. View methodology

Violation categories (24 months)
Hours of Service
3 (100%)
Unsafe Driving
3 (100%)
Driver Fitness
3 (100%)
Controlled Substances
3 (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
2 (67%)

Crash history

0 crashes on record · Showing last 3

No crash records found.

Source: FMCSA crash records. View methodology

Insurance status

Current insurance filing on record with FMCSA.

No active insurance filing on record
Verify insurance directly with carrier before tendering any load.

Source: FMCSA insurance filings. View methodology

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Authority timeline

Key events in this carrier's operating authority history.

Authority GrantedJun 2008
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently asked

David Earl Root

Answers from verified compliance records.

Is David Earl Root authorized to operate?

David Earl Root's USDOT number is active but it does not hold operating authority for for-hire interstate operations. It may operate as a private carrier. Verify status before tendering.

What is David Earl Root's safety record?

David Earl Root has 3 roadside inspections on record. Crash history shows 0 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does David Earl Root operate?

David Earl Root operates 3 power units with approximately 2 drivers.

Is David Earl Root insured?

Insurance filing details are not available in the current dataset. Verify directly with the carrier before tendering.

Has David Earl Root had any risk indicators?

No risk indicators have been detected for David Earl Root as of the most recent data sync.

What is the DOT number for David Earl Root?

David Earl Root's DOT number is 1781930. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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