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Porter Distributing Co
DOT 178102 · MC MC172677 · Mitchell, SD
Report generated: June 7, 2026 at 6:28 PM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✗Safety record clean?
✓No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Porter Distributing Co (DOT 178102, MC MC172677) is a South Dakota-based interstate carrier headquartered in Mitchell, SD. As of June 7, 2026 at 6:28 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 7, 2026 at 6:28 PM.

Contract Authority
FMCSA Public Record
Porter Distributing Co
DOT Number178102
MC NumberMC172677
Street212 S LANGDON ST
City / StateMitchell, SD 57301
Phone6059967465
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age52 yr
MCS-150 filed02/25/2026
Company officerJames L Porter
Power units15
Total drivers18
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)⚠ Inactive
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
15
Fleet
Drivers
18
Total
Inspections
17
On record
Crashes
1
On record
OOS Rate
0.0%
↓ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
52 yr
Since 1974
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
17 insp (100%)· 3 viol
Unsafe Driving
17 insp (100%)
Driver Fitness
17 insp (100%)
Controlled Substances
17 insp (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
7 insp (41%)· 2 viol
Inspection History
17 total · OOS rate 0.0%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
3/31/2025MNIII00Pass
10/29/2025SDIII00Pass
8/25/2025SDIII00Pass
10/23/2024SDIII00Pass
10/23/2024SDIII00Pass
5/23/2024SDIII00Pass
5/22/2024SDII00Pass
9/19/2025SDIII00Pass
3/19/2025SDIII00Pass
9/13/2024SDIII00Pass
Crash History
1 total on record
DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
—SD00Y
Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
UNITED FIRE & CASUALTY CO.
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$1,000,000
Effective
11/1/2015
Location
212 S LANGDON ST, Mitchell, SD, 57301 · Open in Maps →
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Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedJun 1974
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Porter Distributing Co authorized to operate?

Yes. Porter Distributing Co holds Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is Porter Distributing Co's safety record?

Porter Distributing Co has 17 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 Porter Distributing Co operate?

Porter Distributing Co operates 15 power units with approximately 18 drivers.

Is Porter Distributing Co insured?

Porter Distributing Co has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Porter Distributing Co had any risk indicators?

Porter Distributing Co 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 Porter Distributing Co?

Porter Distributing Co's DOT number is 178102 and MC number is MC172677. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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