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Carrier Profile · DOT 511412

Western Express INC

For-Hire CommonFor-Hire ContractInterstateNashville, TN 37209
Updated 2026-05-29T12:34:25.215Z·By Sarah Chen, Lead Safety Analyst·Reviewed by James Rodriguez·Methodology v2.1

Western Express INC has operated for 33.3y with a fleet of 3,332 power units and 3,693 drivers under Common and Contract authority. The company has recorded 10,793 roadside inspections in its operating history.

Identity
Legal nameWestern Express INC
DBA
DOT #511412
MC #MC260323
CityNashville
StateTennessee
ZIP37209
Authority age33.3y
StatusActive
Common authority✓ Authorized
Contract authority✓ Authorized
Broker authorityNot authorized
OperationInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
MCS-150 filed05/15/2026
Company officerDaniel Patterson
FMCSA SAFER →FMCSA Safety Scores (SMS) →
Fleet size
3,332
Power units
Drivers
3,693
Total drivers
Inspections
10,793
On record
Crashes
1,136
On record
OOS Rate
20.0%
Better than national avg (22.26%)

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

Location

7135 CENTENNIAL PLACE, Nashville, TN, 37209

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Inspection history

10,793 total inspections. OOS rate: 20.0%. Showing last 5.

DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOS
10/31/2025DE200
10/31/2025KY100
10/31/2025SC200
10/31/2025SC300
10/31/2025OH200

Source: FMCSA inspection records. View methodology

Crash history

1,136 crashes on record. Showing last 3.

DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
ME00Y
OR00Y
MA01Y

Source: FMCSA crash records. View methodology

Insurance status

Current insurance filing on record with FMCSA.

Status
Active
Insurer
OBSIDIAN INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage
$1,000,000
Effective
6/1/2024

Source: FMCSA insurance filings. View methodology

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Authority timeline

Key events in this carrier's operating authority history.

Authority Granted
Feb 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

Western Express INC

Answers from verified compliance records.

Is Western Express INC authorized to operate?

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

What is Western Express INC's safety record?

Western Express INC has 10,793 roadside inspections on record. Crash history shows 1,136 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Western Express INC operate?

Western Express INC operates 3,332 power units with approximately 3,693 drivers.

Is Western Express INC insured?

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

Has Western Express INC had any risk indicators?

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

What is the DOT number for Western Express INC?

Western Express INC's DOT number is 511412 and MC number is MC260323. 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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