Choptank Electric Cooperative USDOT 326258 – Safety, Crashes & Inspections

This carrier is active with no crashes on record.

Choptank Electric Cooperative is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 326258. The company operates from Denton, MD and maintains an active operating status with 100 power units and 101 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Choptank Electric Cooperative by the 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 Rate25.00%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 25.0% — 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

0.1

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.

0.0

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.

2.6

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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 326258?

USDOT number 326258 is assigned to Choptank Electric Cooperative, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Denton, MD.

How many inspections has Choptank Electric Cooperative had?

Choptank Electric Cooperative has recorded 12 total inspections with 3 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 25.00%.

Where is Choptank Electric Cooperative located?

Choptank Electric Cooperative is headquartered at 24820 Meeting House Rd, Denton, MD 21629.

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# 326258 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Choptank Electric Cooperative (DOT# 326258) – FMCSA Carrier Profile