Is The United Illuminating Company Safe? DOT 636119 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

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The United Illuminating Company is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 636119. The company operates from Orange, CT and maintains an active operating status with 89 power units and 198 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to The United Illuminating Company by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

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Vehicle OOS

8 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

Crash Records

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Tow-Away

1 crash recorded. Low count, but crash data should always be reviewed alongside inspection history.

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Carrier Insight

The United Illuminating Company is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Connecticut. With 8 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 0.0%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 1 crash has been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

The United Illuminating Company 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 89 power units and employs 198 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 636119?

USDOT number 636119 is assigned to The United Illuminating Company, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Orange, CT.

How many inspections has The United Illuminating Company had?

The United Illuminating Company has recorded 8 total inspections with 0 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 0.00%.

Where is The United Illuminating Company located?

The United Illuminating Company is headquartered at Health & Safety 100 Marsh Hill Rd, Orange, CT 06477.

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# 636119 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

The United Illuminating Company (DOT# 636119) – FMCSA Carrier Profile