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Lighten The Load INC
DOT 1067331 · MC MC444451 · Itasca, IL
Report generated: June 6, 2026 at 6:27 PM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✗Safety record clean?
✓No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Lighten The Load INC (DOT 1067331, MC MC444451) is a Illinois-based interstate carrier headquartered in Itasca, IL. As of June 6, 2026 at 6:27 PM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 1 risk signal on this carrier, including: recordable crash on file. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Caution" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 6, 2026 at 6:27 PM.

Contract Authority
FMCSA Public Record
Lighten The Load INC
DOT Number1067331
MC NumberMC444451
Street1395 E IRVING PARK RD
City / StateItasca, IL 60143
Phone6303508585
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age23 yr 7 mo
MCS-150 filed02/17/2025
Company officerJohn Westermayer
Power units11
Total drivers9
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)Not authorized
Contract (for-hire)✓ Active
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Recordable crash on file
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
OOS rate 0.0% vs. national avg 22.26% — below average
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Power Units
11
Fleet
Drivers
9
Total
Inspections
8
On record
Crashes
1
On record
OOS Rate
0.0%
↓ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
23 yr 7 mo
Since 2002
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
8 insp (100%)
Unsafe Driving
8 insp (100%)
Driver Fitness
8 insp (100%)
Controlled Substances
8 insp (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
5 insp (63%)· 2 viol
Inspection History
8 total · OOS rate 0.0%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
5/31/2024ILII00Pass
6/23/2025ILIII00Pass
6/19/2025ILIII00Pass
5/14/2024ILI00Pass
5/13/2025ILI00Pass
5/13/2025ILII00Pass
3/12/2025ILIII00Pass
10/11/2024ILII00Pass
Crash History
1 total on record
DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
—IL00Y
Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
SELECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY OF THE SOUTHEAST
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$750,000
Effective
12/6/2023
Location
1395 E IRVING PARK RD, Itasca, IL, 60143 · Open in Maps →
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Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedOct 2002
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lighten The Load INC authorized to operate?

Yes. Lighten The Load INC holds Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is Lighten The Load INC's safety record?

Lighten The Load INC has 8 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 0.0%. Crash history shows 1 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Lighten The Load INC operate?

Lighten The Load INC operates 11 power units with approximately 9 drivers.

Is Lighten The Load INC insured?

Lighten The Load INC has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Lighten The Load INC had any risk indicators?

Lighten The Load INC has a risk score of 10/100 (Monitor) with 1 active risk signal. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for Lighten The Load INC?

Lighten The Load INC's DOT number is 1067331 and MC number is MC444451. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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