Is Western Aluminum & Gates Safe? DOT 2253461 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: How many inspections has Western Aluminum & Gates had?

Western Aluminum & Gates has recorded 7 total inspections, with 0 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with no crashes on record.

Western Aluminum & Gates is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 2253461. The company operates from Marysville, WA and maintains an active operating status with 21 power units and 18 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Western Aluminum & Gates by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

7 inspections — relatively low volume, which may indicate a smaller or newer carrier.

OOS Rate0.00%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. This carrier has a 0% OOS rate — significantly better than the national average of ~21% for vehicles.

Crash History

✅No crashes reported (FMCSA data)

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Carrier Insight

Western Aluminum & Gates is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Washington. With 7 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 0.0%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. No crashes have been reported in FMCSA records, which is a positive indicator for shippers and brokers evaluating this carrier.

Western Aluminum & Gates has not received a formal safety rating from the FMCSA. This is common for smaller or newer carriers and does not necessarily indicate a safety problem.

The company operates 21 power units and employs 18 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 2253461?

USDOT number 2253461 is assigned to Western Aluminum & Gates, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Marysville, WA.

How many inspections has Western Aluminum & Gates had?

Western Aluminum & Gates has recorded 7 total inspections with 0 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 0.00%.

Where is Western Aluminum & Gates located?

Western Aluminum & Gates is headquartered at 15322 39th Ave Ne, Marysville, WA 98271.

What does "Not Rated" mean?

"Not Rated" means the FMCSA has not conducted a formal compliance review for this carrier. It does not indicate a safety problem — many active carriers operate without a formal rating.

Is zero crashes always a good sign?

Generally yes, but context matters. A carrier with zero crashes and very few inspections may simply have limited road exposure. Always review crash data alongside inspection volume and fleet size.

What is a normal OOS rate?

The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is approximately 21%. Driver OOS averages around 5%. Rates significantly above these thresholds may indicate recurring compliance issues.

How often is FMCSA data updated?

FMCSA publishes updated carrier data monthly. This page reflects the most recent available snapshot, updated on the date shown above.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 2253461 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Western Aluminum & Gates (DOT# 2253461) – FMCSA Carrier Profile