HaulerCheck · https://haulercheck.com/carrier/1335696-cal-tex-transportation-inc/ · Checked 2026-10-19 18:29 UTC · Census and inspections Oct 19, 2026 · Authority and insurance: FMCSA Motus · Oct 19, 2026
CAL TEX TRANSPORTATION INC
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Cargo cover filed: $5,000
Green means the FMCSA record shows it. It does not confirm who you are talking to, or that a policy covers your specific load.
What to verify next
- Confirm authority and insurance on the official Motus record ↗. Safety record: SAFER ↗.
- Call back on the number on file, (713) 856-6259, not a number from an email or load board.
- Check that the MC number you were given is MC515356.
- Ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
Insurance on file
Liability (BI&PD) pays for injury and damage to other people and property; it does not cover the freight. Cargo insurance covers the freight. FMCSA only requires cargo filings from household goods carriers and freight forwarders, so most carriers file none: ask for a cargo certificate that fits your load. Cargo cover filed: $5,000.
| Type | Docket | Layer | Insurer | Coverage | Effective | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo | MC515356 | — | Westchester Surplus Lines Insurance Company Policy I08547890 003 · BMC-34 | $5,000 | Jul 25, 2010 | Active |
| Liability (BI&PD) | MC515356 | — | Spinnaker Insurance Company Policy SHD84229681 · BMC-91X | $750,000 | Aug 1, 2026 | Active |
Source: FMCSA Motus · Oct 19, 2026. Identical filings repeated in the FMCSA data are shown once; a filing listed under two dockets is one policy, not extra coverage. Coverage is the maximum amount filed with FMCSA, not the full policy.
Confirm current filings: Motus record ↗ and ask the insurer for a certificate naming you as holder.
Roadside inspections Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 2026
14 of 45 · Texas avg 25.1%
6 of 59 · Texas avg 7.7%
10 most recent inspections
| Date | State | Level | Violations | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | TX | 2 | 1 | No |
| Sep 17, 2026 | MD | 2 | 0 | No |
| Sep 15, 2026 | OK | 2 | 0 | No |
| Sep 15, 2026 | TX | 2 | 3 | Yes |
| Sep 14, 2026 | TX | 2 | 0 | No |
| Sep 4, 2026 | IN | 3 | 3 | No |
| Sep 2, 2026 | KS | 3 | 0 | No |
| Sep 2, 2026 | LA | 3 | 2 | No |
| Aug 29, 2026 | AZ | 3 | 2 | No |
| Aug 17, 2026 | NE | 3 | 0 | No |
How these rates are calculated
Period: Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 2026. Vehicle rate = vehicle inspections with a vehicle out-of-service order ÷ vehicle inspections (levels 1, 2, 5 and 6). Driver rate uses levels 1, 2, 3 and 6. The Texas average covers 347,522 vehicle and 460,240 driver inspections of all Texas-based carriers in this period. It mixes every type of operation, so compare with care; rates based on a handful of inspections say little. FMCSA's own SMS measures are weighted differently: SMS profile ↗ · SAFER snapshot ↗
Violations in FMCSA's SMS last 24 months
63 violations counted in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS), 21 of them serious enough to put the driver or vehicle out of service.
Why is this different from the 80 violations above?
The inspections section's number counts every violation written on the inspection reports in our Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 2026 window. The SMS count comes from FMCSA's own monthly SMS snapshot, which uses its own 24-month window and only the violations it scores. Both are FMCSA figures; they measure different things.
| Category (FMCSA BASIC) | Violations | Out of service | Share | Texas share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 40 | 15 | 63.5% | 78.8% |
| Hours-of-Service Compliance | 15 | 4 | 23.8% | 11.4% |
| Unsafe Driving | 6 | 0 | 9.5% | 4.8% |
| Driver Fitness | 2 | 2 | 3.2% | 4.2% |
10 most frequent violations
| Violation | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|
| Tire-flat and/or audible air leak Tires · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39375A3 | 4 | 4 |
| Inoperable Required Lamp Clearance Identification Lamps/Other · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939 | 4 | 3 |
| HOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain False Log · Hours-of-Service Compliance · code 3958EHOSPD | 3 | 0 |
| Operating a CMV without a CDL License-related: High · Driver Fitness · code 38323A2 | 2 | 2 |
| HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed Incomplete/Wrong Log · Hours-of-Service Compliance · code 3958A1HOSP | 2 | 2 |
| False report of drivers record of duty status False Log · Hours-of-Service Compliance · code 3958E | 2 | 1 |
| Brake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking - Connection to Power Unit Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39345B2PC | 2 | 1 |
| Cargo - Loose or unfastened tiedown Tiedown · Vehicle Maintenance · code 393104F3C | 2 | 1 |
| Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto Clamp (Short & Long) DD-3 or Bolt Brakes Out of Adjustment · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39347E | 2 | 0 |
| No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher Emergency Equipment · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39395A | 2 | 0 |
Source: FMCSA SMS violation file, inspections in the last 24 months, published Oct 19, 2026. "Share" is this company's mix of violations; the Texas column is the mix across all Texas-based carriers, so you can see which kinds of problems stand out. A high count partly reflects fleet size and how often trucks are inspected.
Crashes Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 2026
2 most recent crashes
| Date | Location | Fatalities | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 11, 2025 | Not Listed, TX | 0 | 0 |
| Jan 13, 2025 | Gainesville, TX | 0 | 1 |
Reportable crashes do not imply the carrier was at fault.
Company details FMCSA census · Oct 19, 2026
| USDOT number | 1335696 |
|---|---|
| MC / docket | MC515356 |
| Legal name | CAL TEX TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Power units | 28 |
| Drivers | 28 |
| Annual mileage | 2,210,124 (2025) |
| Hazmat | No |
| Safety rating | Satisfactory (May 27, 2009) |
| USDOT number added | Feb 21, 2005 · 21 years ago |
| Last MCS-150 update | Mar 6, 2026 |
Cargo carried
General FreightHousehold GoodsMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsMotor VehiclesLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsFresh ProduceIntermodal ContainersOilfield EquipmentGrain, Feed, HayCoal/CokeCommodities Dry BulkUtilitiesAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstructionWater WellOtherSteel Machinery
Change history
No changes to name, contact details, authority or insurance since we started tracking on Oct 18, 2026. We compare every company's FMCSA record each day.
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Questions about CAL TEX TRANSPORTATION INC
What does CAL TEX TRANSPORTATION INC's operating authority allow?
MC515356: Motor carrier (may haul regulated property for hire).
Which information about CAL TEX TRANSPORTATION INC is old or missing?
Nothing notable: authority and insurance come from current Motus data and there is enough inspection history to compare.
What should I verify before booking CAL TEX TRANSPORTATION INC?
Confirm the authority and insurance on the Motus record for USDOT 1335696. Call the company back on the phone number on file, (713) 856-6259, not a number from an email or load board message. Check that the MC number the dispatcher gave you matches MC515356, and ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
Other companies using (713) 856-6259
A shared number is common for related companies, dispatch services and family businesses. It is not proof of fraud, but it is worth knowing which company you are dealing with.
1 company
| Company | Location | USDOT | Docket | Trucks | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAL TEX FREIGHT INC Broker |
Houston, TX | 2236908 | MC569129 | — | Active Last known · May 14, 2026 |
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Company details from the FMCSA Company Census File (Oct 19, 2026). Inspections and crashes from FMCSA MCMIS files. About our data · Report an error on this page (how corrections work).
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