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Asset-based
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Carrier profile · USDOT 2365834 · MC-811210 · Updated Jun 13, 2026
97 Grain & Trucking LLC
DBA MIDWEST EXPRESS & HAY GRINDING
23 power unitsavg 4.6 yrLocal · 2 statesCOLCHESTER, IL88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-811210 ACTIVE
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
23Power units
10 observed · MCS-150
9Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
4.6Avg age (yr)
2016–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Jun 13, 2026
Clear to load
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In good standing · 4
Active operating authorityActive for-hire authority is on file with FMCSA.Insurance on fileBIPD (liability) insurance is on file with FMCSA.Established 14 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 2012.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 19 inspections.
USDOT registration1313 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$750K in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo0.0%
Crashes · fatal11
1 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersNewer
4.6 yr
Model years 2016–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
13 yr unchanged
Same registration since 2012 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
97 GRAIN & TRUCKING LLC (USDOT 2365834) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
The carrier holds active common for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Jun 13, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $750,000 limit in force from ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY effective Sep 19, 2021 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Jun 13, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 0.0% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
The carrier received 10 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 2 vehicle-level and 10 driver-level — across 2 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
The carrier has 1 reportable crash in the last 24 months and 1 fatal crash across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Jun 13, 2026.
It reports 23 power units and 16 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Feb 10, 2025.
It has no FMCSA-assigned safety rating in the federal record refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is 97 GRAIN & TRUCKING LLC's USDOT number?
97 GRAIN & TRUCKING LLC's USDOT number is 2365834, and its motor carrier number is MC-811210.
Is 97 GRAIN & TRUCKING LLC authorized to operate?
As of Jun 13, 2026, 97 GRAIN & TRUCKING LLC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is 97 GRAIN & TRUCKING LLC's safety record?
97 GRAIN & TRUCKING LLC has a 0.0% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 19 roadside inspections, with 1 reportable crash in the last 24 months, and is not currently rated by FMCSA. Vektor's computed risk score is 88/100 (tier: clear).
How big is 97 GRAIN & TRUCKING LLC's fleet?
97 GRAIN & TRUCKING LLC operates 23 power units and 16 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is 97 GRAIN & TRUCKING LLC based?
97 GRAIN & TRUCKING LLC is based in COLCHESTER, IL, with roadside inspections recorded across 2 states.
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