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Carrier Profile · DOT 526091

Lightning Express INC

For-Hire ContractInterstateHam Lake, MN 55304
Updated 2026-05-29T12:34:25.215Z·By Sarah Chen, Lead Safety Analyst·Reviewed by James Rodriguez·Methodology v2.1

Lightning Express INC has operated for 33.0y with a fleet of 7 power units and 7 drivers under Contract authority. The company has recorded 17 roadside inspections in its operating history.

Identity
Legal nameLightning Express INC
DBA
DOT #526091
MC #MC208662
CityHam Lake
StateMinnesota
ZIP55304
Authority age33.0y
StatusActive
Common authorityNot authorized
Contract authority✓ Authorized
Broker authorityNot authorized
OperationInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
MCS-150 filed04/11/2025
Company officerRobert Dickenson
FMCSA SAFER →FMCSA Safety Scores (SMS) →
Fleet size
7
Power units
Drivers
7
Total drivers
Inspections
17
On record
Crashes
3
On record
OOS Rate
0.0%
Better than national avg (22.26%)

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

Location

14139 LINCOLN STREET NE, Ham Lake, MN, 55304

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Inspection history

17 total inspections. OOS rate: 0.0%. Showing last 5.

DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOS
9/30/2024WY300
7/29/2025KY300
3/24/2025MN300
9/18/2025TN100
11/15/2024WI300

Source: FMCSA inspection records. View methodology

Crash history

3 crashes on record. Showing last 3.

DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
FL31Y
CA00Y
TX00Y

Source: FMCSA crash records. View methodology

Insurance status

Current insurance filing on record with FMCSA.

Status
Active
Insurer
UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY
Coverage
$750,000
Effective
12/18/2025

Source: FMCSA insurance filings. View methodology

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Authority timeline

Key events in this carrier's operating authority history.

Authority Granted
Jun 1993
FMCSA issued operating authority
Active
Current
Authority currently active

Source: FMCSA authority records and revocation orders. View methodology

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Frequently asked

Lightning Express INC

Answers from verified compliance records.

Is Lightning Express INC authorized to operate?

Yes. Lightning Express INC holds Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is Lightning Express INC's safety record?

Lightning Express INC has 17 roadside inspections on record. Crash history shows 3 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Lightning Express INC operate?

Lightning Express INC operates 7 power units with approximately 7 drivers.

Is Lightning Express INC insured?

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

Has Lightning Express INC had any risk indicators?

No risk indicators have been detected for Lightning Express INC as of the most recent data sync.

What is the DOT number for Lightning Express INC?

Lightning Express INC's DOT number is 526091 and MC number is MC208662. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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Sarah Chen
Lead Safety Analyst · 12 years freight intelligence
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James Rodriguez
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