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James D Bates

DBA: Bates Trucking

For-Hire CommonInterstateModesto, IL 62667
Updated 2026-05-30T07:30:11.684Z·By Sarah Chen, Lead Safety Analyst·Reviewed by James Rodriguez·Methodology v2.1

James D Bates has operated for 25.6y with a fleet of 2 power units and 4 drivers under Common authority. The company is registered as an active for-hire carrier.

Identity
Legal nameJames D Bates
DBABates Trucking
DOT #916319
MC #MC411018
CityModesto
StateIllinois
ZIP62667
Authority age25.6y
StatusActive
Common authority✓ Authorized
Contract authorityNot authorized
Broker authorityNot authorized
OperationInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
MCS-150 filed02/18/2025
Company officerJames D Bates
FMCSA SAFER →FMCSA Safety Scores (SMS) →
Fleet size
2
Power units
Drivers
4
Total drivers
Inspections
0
On record
Crashes
0
On record
OOS Rate
No inspections on record

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

Location

4578 MODESTO SCOTTVILLE ROAD, Modesto, IL, 62667

4578 MODESTO SCOTTVILLE ROAD, MODESTO, IL, 62667Open in Maps →

Inspection history

0 total inspections. OOS rate: N/A%. Showing last 5.

No inspection records found.

Source: FMCSA inspection records. View methodology

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.

Status
Active
Insurer
ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY
Coverage
$1,000,000
Effective
10/8/2025

Source: FMCSA insurance filings. View methodology

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Authority timeline

Key events in this carrier's operating authority history.

Authority Granted
Nov 2000
FMCSA issued operating authority
INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
May 2024
License type: COMMON
Active
Current
Authority currently active

Source: FMCSA authority records and revocation orders. View methodology

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Frequently asked

James D Bates

Answers from verified compliance records.

Is James D Bates authorized to operate?

Yes. James D Bates holds Common operating authority and is currently active.

What is James D Bates's safety record?

James D Bates does not have a substantial inspection history on record. This may indicate limited interstate operations.

How many trucks does James D Bates operate?

James D Bates operates 2 power units with approximately 4 drivers.

Is James D Bates insured?

James D Bates has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has James D Bates had any risk indicators?

No risk indicators have been detected for James D Bates as of the most recent data sync.

What is the DOT number for James D Bates?

James D Bates's DOT number is 916319 and MC number is MC411018. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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