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BILL'S TOWING LTD
Bridgeport, OH
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 513407 · MC 559712
Broker
Satisfactory
Active 9 yrs, 4 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-559712 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
National Interstate Insurance Company
Safety
Satisfactory
8.3% OOS · 107 inspections on record
✓ No risk flags found on authority or insurance records
Broker Authority
Broker Authority
Active
Docket
MC559712
Surety Bond
Bond on file with Westfield Insurance Co., since May 15, 2017
Authority Age
9 yrs, 4 mo
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 9 yrs, 4 mo
- Insurance on file: $1,000,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Driver out-of-service rate 3.8% — below the 5.5% national average
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 3.0% — below the 20.7% national average
- 107 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC559712
Broker of Property (Except Household Goods) · $0 required
Insurance on File
National Interstate Insurance Company
BI&PD · $1,000,000 · Policy CRA 5500126-01
National Interstate Insurance Company
Cargo · $5,000 · Policy CRC 5500126-00
WESTFIELD INSURANCE CO.
Bond · $75,000 · Policy 5898396
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$1,000,000
Surety bond / trust fund · required
On file
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
513407
MC Number
MC-559712
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Entity Type
Individual
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
September 29, 2026
FMCSA Registration
February 22, 1993
Authority Granted
May 30, 2017
Annual Mileage
1,458,914 mi (2025)
Contact Information
Location
Bridgeport, OH
Email
Cargo Types
General FreightMotor VehiclesDrive/Tow AwayBuilding MaterialsMachinery/Large ObjectsOilfield EquipmentConstruction Materials
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
107
Driver Inspections
34
Vehicle Inspections
99
Out-of-Service Violations
9
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance23
Unsafe Driving2
Hours of Service4
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate3.8% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate3.0% · national avg 20.7%
✓ Below national average
8.3% of 72 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
22nd percentile among carriers with 25–99 inspections (lower is better).
CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA roadside inspection records, not an FMCSA score.
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
2025
2024
Violation Rate by Category
Share of roadside inspections in FMCSA's rolling 24-month window that found a violation in each category. The individual violations are listed under each inspection in Inspection Details below. None of this is the basis of the safety rating, which comes from an on-site compliance review.
Vehicle Maintenance
7 of 67 inspections
Unsafe Driving
1 of 73 inspections
Hours of Service
3 of 73 inspections
Driver Fitness
2 of 73 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 73 inspections
Crash History (1)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
1
Crashes
0
Fatalities
1
Injuries
1
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 29, 2026 | OH | — | 1 | Yes | Rain · Daylight · Wet |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
WV52
PA21
OH4
TX3
MD1
NM1
and 1 more state
Fleet & Equipment (55)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~40
of 37 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~15
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
17
Truck
14
Chassis / Incomplete
9
Utility Trailer
7
Semi-trailer
5
Flatbed
2
Dolly Converter
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXP4EX1PD892526 | 5 | 2 |
| 2021 Peterbilt 567 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPCP4EXXMD746023 | 4 | 1 |
| 2013 Peterbilt 388 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPWP4EX5DD178728 | 4 | 2 |
| 2019 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXP4EX9KD625126 | 4 | 1 |
| 2016 Peterbilt 348 | Truck · Class 8 | 2NP3LJ0X0GM348197 | 4 | — |
| 2024 Ford F-600 | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 6 | 1FDFF6LT4RDA08847 | 3 | — |
| 2024 Peterbilt 389 | Truck · Class 8 | 1NPXX4TX0RD663254 | 3 | — |
| 2019 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXP4EX6KD613726 | 3 | 1 |
| 2024 International MV607 | Truck · Class 6 | 3HAEUMML5RL624751 | 3 | — |
| 2023 Ford F-550 | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 5 | 1FD0X5HT3PEC73675 | 2 | — |
Show all 55 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Ford F-550 | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 5 | 1FD0X5HT9RED73170 | 2 | — |
| 2022 Ford F-600 | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 6 | 1FDFF6LT5NDA19527 | 2 | — |
| 2022 Ford F-550 | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 5 | 1FDUF5HT1NDA03688 | 2 | — |
| 2020 Kenworth W990 | Truck · Class 8 | 1NK1L4EX2LJ389083 | 2 | — |
| 2018 Peterbilt 367 | Truck · Class 8 | 1NPTL40X5JD494626 | 2 | — |
| 2022 Peterbilt 389 | Truck · Class 8 | 1NPXX4TX0ND801790 | 2 | — |
| 2024 Peterbilt 389 | Truck · Class 8 | 1NPXX4TX2RD601693 | 2 | — |
| 2023 Peterbilt 567 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPCP4EX7PD887832 | 2 | — |
| 2025 Peterbilt 567 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPCP4EX7SD712280 | 2 | — |
| 2025 Peterbilt 567 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPCP4EX8SD736765 | 2 | — |
| 2024 Peterbilt 567 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPCP4TX1RD657290 | 2 | — |
| 2013 Peterbilt 367 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPTP4EX3DD181534 | 2 | — |
| 2013 Peterbilt 388 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPWD40X3DD200015 | 2 | — |
| 2019 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXP4EX0KD262277 | 2 | — |
| 2024 Kenworth T280 | Truck · Class 6 | 2NK3HM6X5RM384566 | 2 | — |
| 2023 Ram 5500 | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 5 | 3C7WRNAL7PG582824 | 2 | — |
| 2023 Ram 5500 | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 5 | 3C7WRNBL9PG545451 | 2 | — |
| Fntn | Semi-trailer | 57JE52307L3576722 | 2 | 1 |
| Fontaine T | Semi-trailer | 57JM05109N35A0397 | 2 | — |
| 2019 Ford F-450 | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 5 | 1FDUF4HT1KDA00019 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Ford F-550 | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 5 | 1FDUF5HT0LEE90681 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Freightliner M2 | Truck · Class 6 | 1FVACWFC8MHMR5138 | 1 | — |
| Othr | Semi-trailer | 1N9N7FA36JT311493 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Peterbilt 389 | Truck · Class 8 | 1NPXX4TX3KD267664 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Peterbilt 389 | Truck · Class 8 | 1NPXX4TX4JD368744 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Transcraft/wabash Steel Flatbed | Flatbed · 48 ft | 1TTE482S8G3940681 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Kenworth W9 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWD49X1MR432205 | 1 | — |
| 2025 Peterbilt 567 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPCP4EX2SD740911 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Peterbilt 567 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPCP4EX9RD604818 | 1 | — |
| 2026 Peterbilt 589 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPEP4EX3TD810426 | 1 | — |
| 2012 Peterbilt 367 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPTD40X6CD162698 | 1 | — |
| Iti | Semi-trailer | 1Z9SC50329M310143 | 1 | 1 |
| 2026 Kenworth T280 | Truck · Class 6 | 2NK3HJ6X1TM215425 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Kenworth T3 Series | Truck · Class 6 | 2NKHHJ6X9LM424966 | 1 | — |
| Plmc | Dolly Converter | 2PLH03038LBA18718 | 1 | — |
| 2025 International MV607 | Truck · Class 6 | 3HAEUTAL5SL508972 | 1 | — |
| 2011 X-l Specialized Trailers Inc | Flatbed · 48 ft | 4U3J0482XBL011161 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Mertz Manufacturing Mertz Manufacturing, LLC | Utility Trailer · 59 ft | 7KF1P5933RA000643 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Mertz Manufacturing Mertz Manufacturing, LLC | Utility Trailer · 59 ft | 7KF1P5941PA000534 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 Mertz Manufacturing Mertz Manufacturing, LLC | Utility Trailer · 59 ft | 7KF1P5945PA000536 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Mertz Manufacturing Mertz Manufacturing, LLC | Utility Trailer · 59 ft | 7KF1P5947PA000554 | 1 | — |
| 2022 Mertz Manufacturing Mertz Manufacturing, LLC | Utility Trailer · 59 ft | 7KF1P5948NA000379 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 Mertz Manufacturing Mertz Manufacturing, LLC | Utility Trailer · 59 ft | 7KF1P5949KA000029 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Mertz Manufacturing Mertz Manufacturing, LLC | Utility Trailer · 59 ft | 7KF1P5949PA000538 | 1 | — |
| Mrzm | Semi-trailer | 7KF1P594XKA000026 | 1 | — |
A vehicle appearing here was recorded in an inspection — it is not proof the carrier still operates it today.
Inspection Details
Each roadside inspection with its violations
Inspection Records (107)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 10, 2026 | E941625338 | WYSOX TOWNSHIP PA | II | 6 | — | BILLS TOWING | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT MERTZ MANUFACTURING |
1XPCP4EX9RD604818 7KF1P5933RA000643 |
OH PXF4501 TX 275C677 |
| 392.2-SLLIFTA | State/Local Laws - State tax/International Fuel Tax (IFTA) violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSIV | State/Local Laws - State insurance violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLTL | State/Local Laws - Misc. traffic law violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLTL | State/Local Laws - Misc. traffic law violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| August 9, 2026 | E914622139 | TUNKHANNOCK BOROUGH PA | III | — | — | — | Truck Tractor |
PETERBILT |
1XPCP4EX7SD712280 |
OH PXA6988 |
| July 22, 2026 | E930620399 | AMWELL TWP PA | II | — | — | CATERPILLAR | Straight Truck |
PETERBILT |
2NP3LJ0X0GM348197 |
OH PWZ5947 |
| June 15, 2026 | PSC0881184 | WHEELING WV | III | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT FONTAINE T |
1XPTP4EX3DD181534 57JM05109N35A0397 |
OH PWG7995 OH TSE2264 |
| June 10, 2026 | V262421546 | TX302 MENTONE SCALE, TX | II | 5 | — | SEALY SMITH | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT OTHR |
1XPCP4EX8SD736765 1N9N7FA36JT311493 |
OH PXB3702 TX 166C117 |
| 393.11TL | Truck-Tractor lower rear mud flaps retroreflective sheeting / reflex reflective material requirements for vehicles manufactured after July 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 392.2W | Excessive Weight violation | |||||||||
| 392.2W | Excessive Weight violation | |||||||||
| 392.2W | Excessive Weight violation | |||||||||
| 392.2W | Excessive Weight violation | |||||||||
| June 10, 2026 | E940616180 | MANSFIELD BORO PA | II | 9 | 2 | — | Truck Tractor |
PETERBILT |
1XPXP4EX9KD625126 |
OH PWK6867 |
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 395.8K2-HOSPVI | OOSHOS (Passenger) - Failed to have in possession a record of duty status for the previous 7 consecutive days and available for inspection while on duty | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 393.60D | Windshield / Windows - Tinting permits less than 70% of light transmittance | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 392.8-D | Driver - Failed to inspect /use emergency equipment | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 390.21TB2-DOT | Operate a CMV without USDOT number displayed. Must be preceded by the letters USDOT | |||||||||
| 393.9A-LRLI | Lighting - Tail lamp - Any inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-LBL | Lighting - Backup lamp missing | Lighting | ||||||||
| June 3, 2026 | M203000175 | JEFFERSON HILLS PA | III | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT FONTAINE T |
1XPWP4EX5DD178728 57JM05109N35A0397 |
OH PWG7994 OH TSE2264 |
| 392.2WG | State/Local Laws - Excessive Weight Violations | |||||||||
| May 1, 2026 | PSC0911502 | WESTON WV | II | — | — | CARRIER | Straight Truck |
INTERNATIONAL |
3HAEUMML5RL624751 |
OH PMZ5377 |
| April 23, 2026 | I034Y62660 | STANTON TN | I | — | — | — | Truck Tractor |
PETERBILT |
1XPEP4EX3TD810426 |
OH U354434 |
| April 17, 2026 | V262316698 | TX302 MENTONE SCALE, TX | II | 1 | — | BILLS TOWING | Truck Tractor |
PETERBILT |
1XPCP4EX8SD736765 |
OH PXB3702 |
| 392.2RG | State vehicle registration or License Plate violation | |||||||||
Shippers Seen at Inspections
Shipper names recorded by roadside inspectors over roughly the last three years. Only inspected loads appear, so this is a sample of who the carrier hauls for, not a complete customer list. Names are as entered at the roadside; blanks and placeholders such as “N/A” or “same as carrier” are left out.
| Shipper | Inspections | Most recent |
|---|---|---|
| EVOLUTION ENERGY | 2 | May 12, 2025 |
| CATERPILLAR | 1 | July 22, 2026 |
| SEALY SMITH | 1 | June 10, 2026 |
| FRAC PUMP | 1 | January 12, 2026 |
| BT LTD | 1 | April 15, 2025 |
| DYNAMIS | 1 | April 7, 2025 |
| EGYPT VALLEY | 1 | October 28, 2024 |
| CARRIE | 1 | September 24, 2024 |
| BTL | 1 | May 22, 2024 |
| EVOLUTION WELL | 1 | May 13, 2024 |
| EGYPT VALLEY/ LAND BANK | 1 | May 8, 2024 |
| CSX | 1 | November 14, 2023 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| January 15, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| January 9, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| January 14, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| December 16, 2019 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| May 30, 2017 | GRANTED | Property Broker |
| May 30, 2017 | Active GRANTED | Broker of Property (Except Household Goods) |
| May 1, 2006 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
| May 1, 2006 | Active GRANTED | Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2017 | Broker's Surety Bond | On file |
| January 11, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| January 11, 2025 | Cargo | On file |
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