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85/100
✗ Do Not Tender
No active for-hire authority. Cannot legally haul freight for hire.
Thomas Transport
DOT 2322414 · MC MC1176343 · Palacios, TX
Report generated: June 10, 2026 at 2:08 AM
✗Authorized for hire?
✗Active insurance?
✗Safety record clean?
✗No fraud flags?
✗No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Thomas Transport (DOT 2322414, MC MC1176343) is a Texas-based interstate carrier headquartered in Palacios, TX. As of June 10, 2026 at 2:08 AM, operating authority is active but without for-hire authority. TruckGraph has detected 1 risk signal on this carrier, including: substance or alcohol violation on driver record. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Do Not Tender" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 10, 2026 at 2:08 AM.

Authority Inactive
FMCSA Public Record
Thomas Wayne Puentes
Operating as: Thomas Transport
DOT Number2322414
MC NumberMC1176343
Street3310 COUNTY ROAD 342
City / StatePalacios, TX 77465
Phone3612128755
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age13 yr 11 mo
MCS-150 filed04/02/2025
Company officerThomas Puentes
Power units2
Total drivers2
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)⚠ Inactive
Contract (for-hire)Not authorized
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Substance or alcohol violation on driver record
⚠ Serial Restarter Alert
1 prior revocation on record. Carrier re-registered authority after revocation. Exercise heightened scrutiny.
✓ 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
2
Fleet
Drivers
2
Total
Inspections
3
On record
Crashes
1
On record
OOS Rate
33.3%
↑ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
13 yr 11 mo
Since 2012
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
3 insp (100%)
Unsafe Driving
3 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Driver Fitness
3 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Controlled Substances
3 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Vehicle Maintenance
1 insp (33%)· 1 viol
Inspection History
3 total · OOS rate 33.3%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
9/13/2024LAIII00Pass
6/4/2025ALII00Pass
8/4/2025TXIII30OOS
Crash History
1 total on record
DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
—TX01Y
Insurance Status
⚠ No active insurance filing on record
Verify insurance directly with carrier before tendering any load.
Location
3310 COUNTY ROAD 342, Palacios, TX, 77465 · Open in Maps →
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Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedJul 2012
FMCSA issued operating authority
INVOLUNTARY REVOCATIONOct 2025
License type: COMMON
Active USDOT — No for-hire authorityCurrent
USDOT record is active but no for-hire operating authority is currently granted

Source: FMCSA compliance records, inspection data, crash records, insurance filings, and TruckGraph analysis. View methodology

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thomas Wayne Puentes authorized to operate?

Thomas Wayne Puentes's USDOT number is active but it does not hold operating authority for for-hire interstate operations. It may operate as a private carrier. Verify status before tendering.

What is Thomas Wayne Puentes's safety record?

Thomas Wayne Puentes has 3 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 33.3%. Crash history shows 1 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Thomas Wayne Puentes operate?

Thomas Wayne Puentes operates 2 power units with approximately 2 drivers.

Is Thomas Wayne Puentes insured?

Insurance filing details are not available in the current dataset. Verify directly with the carrier before tendering.

Has Thomas Wayne Puentes had any risk indicators?

Thomas Wayne Puentes has a risk score of 85/100 (Critical) with 1 active risk signal. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for Thomas Wayne Puentes?

Thomas Wayne Puentes's DOT number is 2322414 and MC number is MC1176343. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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