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GULF LINE TRANSPORT LLC
Mount Pleasant, SC
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 577203 · MC 279853
Satisfactory
Active 16 yrs · first granted 1996
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-279853 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
American Inter-fidelity Exchange
Safety
Satisfactory
9.5% OOS · 44 inspections on record
✓ No risk flags found on authority or insurance records
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active 16 yrs since reinstatement on October 29, 2010; first granted March 20, 1996 (30 yrs, 7 mo ago)
- Insurance on file: $1,000,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 13.3% — below the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 0.0% — below the 5.5% national average
- 44 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC279853
Common Carrier, Contract Carrier
Insurance on File
AMERICAN INTER-FIDELITY EXCHANGE
BI&PD · $1,000,000 · Policy L25A5803
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$1,000,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
577203
MC Number
MC-279853
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
March 23, 2026
FMCSA Registration
October 12, 1994
Authority First Granted
March 20, 1996
Authority Reinstated
October 29, 2010
Annual Mileage
1,247,350 mi (2025)
Contact Information
Address
950 Houston Northcutt Blvd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Phone
Owner / Officer
Sadie Blue
Officer 2
Gage M Blue
Cargo Types
General FreightMetal/Sheet SteelLogs/Poles/BeamsBuilding MaterialsMachinery/Large ObjectsIntermodalDry BulkPaper ProductsConstruction MaterialsChemicals
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
44
Driver Inspections
20
Vehicle Inspections
30
Out-of-Service Violations
6
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance68
Unsafe Driving5
Hours of Service8
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate0.0% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate13.3% · national avg 20.7%
✓ Below national average
9.5% of 21 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
26th percentile among carriers with 10–24 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
13 of 18 inspections
Unsafe Driving
5 of 26 inspections
Hours of Service
4 of 26 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 26 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 26 inspections
Crash History (2)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
2
Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
2
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 25, 2025 | TX | — | — | Yes | Fog · Dark - Not Lighted · Wet |
| June 10, 2025 | TX | — | — | 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
TX18
LA4
AR2
GA2
TN2
UT2
and 3 more states
Fleet & Equipment (44)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~22
of 16 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~22
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
21
Intermodal Chassis
6
Semi-trailer
4
Container Chassis
3
Incomplete Chassis
3
Trailer (type not listed)
3
Dry Van
2
Sedan/Saloon
1
Straight Truck
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Western Star 4900 | Tractor · Class 8 | 5KJJALD64FPGT5634 | 4 | — |
| 2011 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJGLDR5BSAY1106 | 3 | — |
| 2023 Cheetah Chassis | Incomplete Chassis · 40 ft | 5EF2GC400PB806263 | 3 | 2 |
| Stou | Intermodal Chassis | 1DW4C4029JEA05765 | 2 | — |
| Stou | Intermodal Chassis | 1DW4C402XJEA05760 | 2 | — |
| 2006 Freightliner Columbia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJA6CK56LU85530 | 2 | — |
| 2007 Freightliner Columbia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJA6CK67DY23934 | 2 | — |
| 2021 Kwik Equipment Sales Kwik Equipment Sales LLC | Trailer (type not listed) · 40 ft | 1K9CG4023ML351076 | 2 | — |
| 2013 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2538DM779159 | 2 | — |
| 2009 International LF637 | Tractor · Class 8 | 2HSCWAPR59C132559 | 2 | — |
Show all 44 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHHDR4JSKA7570 | 2 | — |
| 2016 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C9GT022255 | 2 | — |
| 1999 Volvo Truck VN | Tractor · Class 8 | 4VG7DEJH0XN763483 | 2 | — |
| 1999 Volvo Truck VN | Tractor · Class 8 | 4VG7DERH9XN768167 | 2 | — |
| 2015 Cimc Vehicles Group Co | Container Chassis · 41 ft | LJRC41266F1009404 | 2 | 1 |
| Kenworth | Straight Truck | 166159S | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 Ford Focus | Sedan/Saloon · Class 1 | 1FADP3F21DL155593 | 1 | — |
| Frht | Tractor | 1FUJA6CK56L085530 | 1 | 1 |
| 2003 Freightliner CST120 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJBBCG23LK08234 | 1 | — |
| 1996 Freightliner USF-1E | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUYDSEB7TH869190 | 1 | — |
| Cimc | Semi-trailer | 1K9CG4020GW351358 | 1 | — |
| Kwik | Semi-trailer | 1K9CG4022GW351359 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Kwik Equipment Sales Kwik Equipment Sales LLC | Trailer (type not listed) · 40 ft | 1K9CG4025ML351077 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Kwik Equipment Sales Kwik Equipment Sales LLC | Trailer (type not listed) · 40 ft | 1K9CG4025ML351211 | 1 | — |
| Othr | Semi-trailer | 1K9CS2728GW351021 | 1 | — |
| Loadcraft | Intermodal Chassis | 1LDE4020XKB902122 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYD49X4RJ321680 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYD49XXJJ190257 | 1 | — |
| 2000 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5D69X1YD509434 | 1 | 1 |
| 2000 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DR9X4YN516793 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJGEDV2ESFJ5820 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 Ventura | Container Chassis · 40 ft | 3D9V6PS20PG026158 | 1 | — |
| 2010 International LF627 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSCUAPR2AN191268 | 1 | — |
| 2015 International LF687 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDJAPR6FN715882 | 1 | — |
| 2020 International LT625 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZAPR9LN279436 | 1 | — |
| 2012 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH6CN544045 | 1 | 1 |
| 2009 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EJ79N269765 | 1 | — |
| Hri | Intermodal Chassis | 5ABD40208YB001036 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Cheetah Chassis | Incomplete Chassis · 40 ft | 5EF2GC402PB806264 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Cheetah Chassis | Incomplete Chassis · 40 ft | 5EF2GC409PB806262 | 1 | — |
| Jindo | Intermodal Chassis | KR1GV4022XD102341 | 1 | — |
| Trlr | Intermodal Chassis | KR1SM2323YD103156 | 1 | — |
| Cimc | Semi-trailer | LJRC41372KT017330 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 Cimc Vehicles Group Co | Container Chassis · 46 ft | LJRC46267H1031461 | 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 (44)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 22, 2026 | 7JZI9DGX68 | TX, TX | III | — | — | PORT OF HOUSTON BAYPORT | Truck Tractor Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis Intermodal Chassis |
FREIGHTLINER FREIGHTLINER — — |
3AKJGEDV2ESFJ5820 3AKJGEDV2ESFJ5820 3D9V6PS29PG026157 3D9V6PS29PG026157 |
IN 2987816 IN 2987816 ME 5534166 ME 5534166 |
| October 8, 2026 | 1623341802 | LIMON CO | II | 2 | — | 15649579 | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
PETERBILT CHEETAH CHASSIS |
1XP5D69X1YD509434 5EF2GC409PB806262 |
IN 3086878 ME 5136157 |
| 390.3E3-MC | Carrier - Motor carrier failed to maintain required equipment and accessories in accordance with this subchapter | |||||||||
| 393.78A-WS | Washers - Inoperative washing system. | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| September 25, 2026 | 7J8E9DBTKO | TX, TX | II | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor |
VOLVO TRUCK |
4VG7DERH9XN768167 |
IN 3249247 |
| 393.60C | Windshield - Damaged or Discolored | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| September 25, 2026 | V262536350 | TX, TX | II | 3 | 2 | TST IMPRESSO INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL CHEETAH CHASSIS |
3HSDZTZRXLN128694 5EF2GC400PB806263 |
IN 3656154 ME 5136158 |
| 383.71C-LCDL | OOSLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV without transferring CDL to new state of domicile within 30 days | |||||||||
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.203A-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Door missing/broken | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| September 24, 2026 | V262619189 | TX, TX | II | 1 | — | N/A | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER CIMC VEHICLES GROUP CO |
1FUJA6CK56LU85530 LJRC41266F1009404 |
IN 2610941 ME 5162561 |
| 393.60C | Windshield - Damaged or Discolored | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| June 2, 2026 | 7G1D9DNONZ | SH-0225 IN HARRIS CO. (686-700, TX | II | 1 | — | BARBOURS CUT TERMINAL | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
FREIGHTLINER CHEETAH CHASSIS |
1FUJA6CK67DY23934 5EF2GC400PB806263 |
IN 3422507 ME 5136158 |
| 393.11 | No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| May 26, 2026 | V262390367 | US77 RIVIERA SCALE, TX | I | 3 | 1 | CALCOT | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FRHT CIMC VEHICLES GROUP CO |
1FUJA6CK56L085530 LJRC41266F1009404 |
IN 2610941 ME 5162561 |
| 393.45B2UV | OOSBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking Under Vehicle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45B2UV | Brake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking Under Vehicle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.5B | Oil and/or grease leak | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| May 19, 2026 | 7FNC9DVC3V | SH-0225 IN HARRIS CO. (686-700, TX | II | 7 | — | — | Truck Tractor Trailer |
INTERNATIONAL STOU |
2HSCWAPR59C132559 1DW4C4029JEA05765 |
TN 3090637 TN U789387 |
| 393.45DCPC | Brake Connections with Constrictions - Connection to Power Unit | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.5B-HWSLOW | Hubs - Wheel seal leaking - outer wheel | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| 396.5B-HWSLOW | Hubs - Wheel seal leaking - outer wheel | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| 396.17C | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| May 12, 2026 | V262346540 | IH10 EB KINGSBURY SCALE, TX | I | 2 | — | MATTHIESSEN EQUIPMENT | Truck Tractor |
KENWORTH |
1XKYD49X4RJ321680 |
TX R821396 |
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.53B | CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| April 2, 2026 | V262298008 | US77 RIVIERA SCALE, TX | II | 3 | — | GULF COMPASS | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
FREIGHTLINER STOU |
1FUJBBCG23LK08234 1DW4C402XJEA05760 |
IN 3093439 TN 4789302 |
| 393.43 | No/improper breakaway or emergency braking | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.55E | No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator Lamp for trailer manufactured after 03/01/1998 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.95A | No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| BAYPORT TERMINAL | 4 | March 10, 2026 |
| MAGANA TRANSPORT TERMINAL | 3 | March 5, 2026 |
| PORT OF HOUSTON BAYPORT | 1 | October 22, 2026 |
| TST IMPRESSO INC | 1 | September 25, 2026 |
| BARBOURS CUT TERMINAL | 1 | June 2, 2026 |
| CALCOT | 1 | May 26, 2026 |
| MATTHIESSEN EQUIPMENT | 1 | May 12, 2026 |
| GULF COMPASS | 1 | April 2, 2026 |
| GULF COMPASS #7 | 1 | March 30, 2026 |
| BARBOURS | 1 | January 14, 2026 |
| PERI FORM WORK SYSTEMS | 1 | June 10, 2025 |
| MCGEHEE WAREHOUSE LLC | 1 | April 15, 2025 |
6 more shippers named at fewer inspections.
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| October 29, 2010 | REINSTATED | Common Carrier |
| May 4, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| April 13, 2006 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| January 5, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| December 27, 2005 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| February 26, 2002 | REVOKED | Common Carrier |
| July 22, 1999 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| July 1, 1999 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| March 20, 1996 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| September 24, 2010 | CONTRACT | On Record |
| January 4, 2002 | COMMON | On Record |
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