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R E Watson INC
DOT 81376 · MC MC17605 · Hamilton, OH
Report generated: June 5, 2026 at 7:30 AM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✗Safety record clean?
✓No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

R E Watson INC (DOT 81376, MC MC17605) is a Ohio-based interstate carrier headquartered in Hamilton, OH. As of June 5, 2026 at 7:30 AM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 2 risk signals on this carrier, including: crash with fatalities or injuries on record; unsafe driving violation on record. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Caution" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 5, 2026 at 7:30 AM.

Common AuthorityContract Authority
FMCSA Public Record
R E Watson INC
DOT Number81376
MC NumberMC17605
Street2728 HAMILTON CLEVES ROAD
City / StateHamilton, OH 45013
Phone5138630070
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age52 yr
MCS-150 filed05/14/2026
Company officerRonald E. Watson
Power units74
Total drivers48
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)✓ Active
Contract (for-hire)✓ Active
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Crash with fatalities or injuries on record
●Unsafe driving violation on record
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
OOS rate 14.3% vs. national avg 22.26% — below average
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Power Units
74
Fleet
Drivers
48
Total
Inspections
7
On record
Crashes
9
On record
OOS Rate
14.3%
↓ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
52 yr
Since 1974
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
7 insp (100%)
Unsafe Driving
7 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Driver Fitness
7 insp (100%)
Controlled Substances
7 insp (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
1 insp (14%)· 1 viol
Inspection History
7 total · OOS rate 14.3%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
9/25/2024INIII00Pass
1/23/2025OHIII00Pass
1/21/2026OHII01OOS
1/19/2026OHIII00Pass
11/11/2025OHIII00Pass
9/9/2025KYIII00Pass
3/6/2025OHIII00Pass
Crash History
9 total on record
DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
—OH00Y
—OH02Y
—OH00Y
—OH02Y
—OH01N
Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
BITCO GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$1,000,000
Effective
8/29/2023
Location
2728 HAMILTON CLEVES ROAD, Hamilton, OH, 45013 · 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 R E Watson INC authorized to operate?

Yes. R E Watson INC holds Common and Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is R E Watson INC's safety record?

R E Watson INC has 7 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 14.3%. Crash history shows 9 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does R E Watson INC operate?

R E Watson INC operates 74 power units with approximately 48 drivers.

Is R E Watson INC insured?

R E Watson INC has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has R E Watson INC had any risk indicators?

R E Watson INC has a risk score of 45/100 (High Risk) with 2 active risk signals. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for R E Watson INC?

R E Watson INC's DOT number is 81376 and MC number is MC17605. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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