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30/100
⚠ Caution
OOS rate 33.3% exceeds the national average of 22.26%.
John Cottom Trucking Co
DOT 777766 · MC MC604371 · Hurlock, MD
Report generated: June 8, 2026 at 6:28 PM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✗Safety record clean?
✓No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

John Cottom Trucking Co (DOT 777766, MC MC604371) is a Maryland-based interstate carrier headquartered in Hurlock, MD. As of June 8, 2026 at 6:28 PM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 2 risk signals on this carrier, including: unsafe driving violation on record; required mcs-150 compliance filing overdue. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Caution" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 8, 2026 at 6:28 PM.

Common Authority
FMCSA Public Record
John J Cottom
Operating as: John Cottom Trucking Co
DOT Number777766
MC NumberMC604371
Street7043-1 WILLIAMSBURG CHURCH RD
City / StateHurlock, MD 21643-3715
Phone4107256219
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age27 yr 7 mo
MCS-150 filed05/29/2024
Company officerJohn Cotton
Power units3
Total drivers3
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)✓ Active
Contract (for-hire)Not authorized
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Unsafe driving violation on record
●Required MCS-150 compliance filing overdue
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
OOS rate 33.3% vs. national avg 22.26% — above average
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Power Units
3
Fleet
Drivers
3
Total
Inspections
3
On record
Crashes
0
On record
OOS Rate
33.3%
↑ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
27 yr 7 mo
Since 1998
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
3 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Unsafe Driving
3 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Driver Fitness
3 insp (100%)
Controlled Substances
3 insp (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
2 insp (67%)· 2 viol
Inspection History
3 total · OOS rate 33.3%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
9/23/2024MDII12OOS
5/23/2025MDII00Pass
11/14/2025DEIII00Pass
Crash History
0 total on record

No crash records on file.

Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$1,000,000
Effective
2/27/2024
Location
7043-1 WILLIAMSBURG CHURCH RD, Hurlock, MD, 21643-3715 · Open in Maps →
7043-1 WILLIAMSBURG CHURCH RD, HURLOCK, MD, 21643-3715Open in Maps →
Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedOct 1998
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is John J Cottom authorized to operate?

Yes. John J Cottom holds Common operating authority and is currently active.

What is John J Cottom's safety record?

John J Cottom has 3 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 33.3%. Crash history shows 0 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does John J Cottom operate?

John J Cottom operates 3 power units with approximately 3 drivers.

Is John J Cottom insured?

John J Cottom has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has John J Cottom had any risk indicators?

John J Cottom has a risk score of 30/100 (Caution) with 2 active risk signals. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for John J Cottom?

John J Cottom's DOT number is 777766 and MC number is MC604371. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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