What is MC number 581?

MC number 581 is assigned to Tri-City United Inc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 26510.

Is Tri-City United Inc Safe? DOT 26510 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Tri-City United Inc?

Tri-City United Inc has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of December 8, 1987, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Tri-City United Inc had?

Tri-City United Inc has recorded 12 total inspections, with 4 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating and no crashes reported.

Tri-City United Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 26510. The company operates from Richland, WA and maintains an active operating status with 8 power units and 7 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: December 8, 1987

Tri-City United Inc holds a "Satisfactory" safety rating from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This rating indicates that the carrier has been found to comply with federal safety regulations based on the most recent compliance review conducted by FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

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

OOS Rate33.33%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 33.3% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

✅No crashes reported (FMCSA data)

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

Higher = more risk · FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories

0.0

Unsafe Driving

Measures violations related to speeding, reckless driving, and improper lane changes.

0.0

HOS Compliance

Tracks hours-of-service violations, including driving beyond legal limits without rest.

0.9

Driver Fitness

Reflects issues with driver qualifications, licenses, and medical certifications.

0.0

Controlled Substances

Captures drug and alcohol violations, including failed or refused tests.

5.2

Vehicle Maintenance

Reflects brake, tire, lighting, and other equipment-related inspection violations.

Scores above 65 (general freight) or 50 (passenger/hazmat) trigger an FMCSA Alert. Higher scores indicate more safety risk. National median is approximately 20–30 for active carriers.

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Carrier Insight

Tri-City United Inc is a small motor carrier operating in Washington. With 12 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 33.3%, which exceeds 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.

A Satisfactory rating from the FMCSA indicates that Tri-City United Inc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 8 power units and employs 7 drivers. This is a small carrier operation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 26510?

USDOT number 26510 is assigned to Tri-City United Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Richland, WA.

What is the safety rating of Tri-City United Inc?

Tri-City United Inc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of December 8, 1987.

How many inspections has Tri-City United Inc had?

Tri-City United Inc has recorded 12 total inspections with 4 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 33.33%.

Where is Tri-City United Inc located?

Tri-City United Inc is headquartered at 220 Wellhouse Loop, Richland, WA 99352-4140.

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.

What is the MC number for Tri-City United Inc?

The MC number for Tri-City United Inc is MC# 581. The MC number is issued by the FMCSA and authorizes carriers to operate in interstate commerce.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 26510 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Tri-City United Inc (DOT# 26510 · MC# 581) – FMCSA Carrier Profile