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Freight Carrier/shipper/broker · Wakarusa, IN

HORIZON TRANSPORT INC

Name: HORIZON TRANSPORT INC
Address: 100 NORTH STATE ROAD 19, WAKARUSA, IN, 46573-9543, US
Telephone: (574) 862-2161

100 NORTH STATE ROAD 19 · Wakarusa, IN 46573-9543

AUTHORIZED FOR:

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MC #203246
USDOT #273286 USDOT Active

774
Power Units
1201
Drivers
Carrier/shipper/broker
Entity Type

About this carrier

HORIZON TRANSPORT INC is a Wakarusa, IN freight carrier/shipper/broker that is authorized for: in the state of Indiana. This company has 774 truck(s) in their fleet and 1201 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-203246 and their USDOT number is 273286.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 03/17/2026 · last updated Oct 22, 2026.

Carrier Details

Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
MCS-150 Filed 03/17/2026
MCS-150 Mileage 49,933,852 (2025)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification

Authorized for Hire

Carrier Operation

Interstate

Cargo Authorized

General Freight
Motor Vehicles
Driveaway/Towaway

Safety Record

92 Severe Violations Updated Oct 15, 2026

Crashes (24 mo)

3
Fatal
5
Injury
12
Tow
20
Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 0.34 86 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 0.27 59 Vehicle Maintenance 1.61 164 Drugs / Alcohol 0.01 1 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0.05 12

Inspection Summary

1
Total
859
Clean
277
With violations

24-month window ending Sep 25, 2026

Violations Cited 171 unique codes

Critical 64

392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit5× SW 10
392.2-SLLSWZState/Local Laws - Speeding work/construction zone4× SW 10
392.2-SLLCPState/Local Laws - Operate a CMV while using a cellular phone2× SW 10
392.82(a)1Using a hand-held mobile telephone while operating a CMV1× SW 10
393.75A3-TAOLTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS12× OOS×12 SW 8
383.23A2-LCDLNLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL3× OOS×3 SW 8
383.95A-LCDLRestriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction2× OOS×2 SW 8
393.75A1-TAORETATires - All others, has more than one ply exposed in the tread area exceeding 2 square inches.2× OOS×2 SW 8
393.75B-TFTires - Front, less than 2/32 inch tread depth2× OOS×2 SW 8
393.75A1-TAOBETATires - All others, more than one ply is exposed in the sidewall and the area exceeds 2 square inches.1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75A1-TRPETTires - Has more two or more plies are exposed in the tread area exceeding 2 square inches.1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75(a)(3)Tire-flat and/or audible air leak1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75(c)Tire-other tread depth less than 2/32 of inch measured in a major tread groove1× OOS×1 SW 8
396.3A1-TAOCVTires - All others, in contact with a part of the vehicle1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth3× SW 8
393.75(a)(1)Tire-ply or belt material exposed1× SW 8
393.75(b)Tire-front tread depth less than 4/32 of inch on a major tread groove1× SW 8
393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32Tires - Less than 1/32 inch tread depth at 3 locations/2 adjacent tread grooves1× SW 8
395.8E-HOSPDOOSHOS (Property) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain:4× OOS×4 SW 7
395.8E-HOSPDHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain13× OOS×3 SW 7
395.8(e)(1)PCHOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS3× OOS×1 SW 7
395.3B2-HOSPDITHOS (Property) - Driving after being on duty more than 70 hours in the previous 8 consecutive days at the time of inspection. Time1× OOS×1 SW 7
395.8E1-HOSPVIDOOSHOS (Passenger) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain:1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.128B-CLWVLight Weight Vehicles - Improper securement of automobiles, light trucks, and vans1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207A-SAPPASSuspension - Axle positioning part cracked/broken/loose/missing resulting in axle shift1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207A-SUBLSuspension - U-bolt, u-bolt bottom plate, or other axle clamp bolt loose/cracked/broken/missing.1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207F-SDASSuspension - Deflated air suspension1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.9A-LTSILighting - Turn signal - Any inoperative on the rearmost vehicle.11× OOS×11 SW 6
393.9TSInoperative turn signal3× OOS×1 SW 6
393.17B2-LTSDMLighting - Turn signal - Driveaway - any missing.1× OOS×1 SW 6
393.9B-LRLIWRLighting - Tail lamp - Both lamps on rearmost vehicle inoperative when required to be on1× OOS×1 SW 6
395.8A1-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed3× OOS×3 SW 5
395.8A-ELDELD - No record of duty status (ELD Required)2× OOS×2 SW 5
395.8K2-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have in possession RODS for the previous seven consecutive days and available for inspection while on duty1× OOS×1 SW 5
395.8K2-HOSRCHOS (Manner) - Driver failed to retain a copy of each record of duty status for the previous 7 consecutive days which shall be in his/her possession and available for inspection while on duty1× OOS×1 SW 5
391.15A-NSINDriving a CMV while disqualified. Suspended for non-safety-related reason and in the state of driver's license issuance1× OOS×1 SW 5
392.5A2-OPERIntoxicating - No driver shall use alcohol, be under the influence of alcohol, or have any measured alcohol concentration or detected presence of alcohol, while on duty, or operating, or in physical control of a commercial motor vehicle1× OOS×1 SW 5
393.43D-BBrake - Missing or inoperable breakaway braking system on a trailer(s) or converter dolly18× OOS×17 SW 4
393.41-BNPBBrake - Inoperative or missing parking brake on power unit9× OOS×9 SW 4
393.43DBMABrake - Breakaway not attached to the towing vehicle9× OOS×9 SW 4
393.43No/improper breakaway or emergency braking3× OOS×3 SW 4
393.47A-BCFSAD-SAAir Disc Brake - Contaminated friction surface on a steering axle2× OOS×2 SW 4
393.41No or defective parking brake system on CMV1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.43(d)No or defective automatic trailer brake1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45B2-BHHCHydraulic Hose Abraded (Chafed)1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47(a)Inadequate brakes for safe stopping - Brake Lining condition1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.51C-BAPGAir Brake - Inoperative/defective primary or secondary pressure gauge1× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1-BALRAir Brake - Fails air loss rate test1× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1-BARSAir Brake - Air reservoir separated from its original attachment points or moving more than 1 inch1× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1-BHPBHydraulic power brake unit is inoperative1× OOS×1 SW 4
392.5A3-POSSIntoxicating - No driver shall be on duty or operate a CMV while the driver possesses wine or beer containing 0.5% or more ABV or distilled spirits in any dilution1× OOS×1 SW 3
393.110(b)Insufficient tiedowns to prevent forward movement for load not blocked by headerboard, bulkhead, or other cargo1× OOS×1 SW 3
396.3A1-FFuel - Dripping leak.1× OOS×1 SW 3
396.3A1-HCMHubs - Bearing cap, plug or filler plug missing or broken3× OOS×3 SW 2
396.5B-HWSLHubs - Wheel seal leaking3× OOS×2 SW 2
391.41B10-MCMedical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial vehicle without corrective lenses or hearing aid as indicated on the driver's medical certificate2× OOS×2 SW 2
393.201A-FRWCFrame - Cracked siderail web at least 1-1/2 inches directed toward the bottom flange1× OOS×1 SW 2
393.23PTAll required lamps on towed vehicle inoperative due to no electrical connection1× OOS×1 SW 2
396.3(a)(1)Hubs - Hub cap missing or broken1× OOS×1 SW 2
396.5B-HLIWHubs - Oil and/or Grease Leaking from hub - inner wheel1× OOS×1 SW 2
391.41APCMedical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency when medical certification is required.2× OOS×2 SW 1
392.9A2-CCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured1× OOS×1 SW 1
393.83(a)Exhaust System - Location of Exhaust - Exhaust system of any commercial motor vehicle located as to allow burning, charring, or damaging the electrical wiring, the fuel supply, or any combustible part of the commercial motor vehicle1× OOS×1 SW 1
396.3(a)1BOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination22× OOS×22 SW 0

Unsafe Driving 15

392.2-SLLS3State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit10× SW 7
392.16-DDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV5× SW 7
392.16B-DPASSDriver - Failed to require passenger(s) (not a co-driver) to use seat belt while operating a property-carrying CMV.1× SW 7
392.2-SLLTCDState/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other13× SW 5
392.2-SLLFCState/Local Laws - Following too closely8× SW 5
392.2-SLLMLState/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane3× SW 5
392.71A-DDriver - Using or equipping a CMV with a radar detector3× SW 5
392.2CFailure to obey traffic control device2× SW 5
392.2-INATDriver- Inattentive or Distracted Driving1× SW 5
392.2LCImproper lane change1× SW 5
392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit23× SW 4
392.2-SLLLRState/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation6× SW 3
392.2LVLane Restriction violation2× SW 3
392.22A-DDriver - Failed to activate hazard warning signal flashers1× SW 1
392.2-SLLUPState/Local Laws - Unlawfully parking /leaving vehicle on roadway1× SW 1

Hours of Service 21

395.8(e)False report of drivers record of duty status3× SW 7
395.3A1-HOSPDHOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time1× SW 7
395.3A2-HOSPDHOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time1× SW 7
395.3(a)(3)(ii)Driving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty, off duty, or sleeper period of at least 30 minutes1× SW 7
395.8F01Drivers record of duty status not current2× SW 5
395.32BDriver failed to assume or decline unassigned driving time1× SW 5
395.24D-ELDPTHOS (ELD) - On request by an authorized safety official, a driver must produce and transfer from an ELD the driver's hours of service records in accordance with the instruction sheet provided by the motor carrier1× SW 3
395.8(a)HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner8× SW 1
395.22G-ELDMFVHOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position.5× SW 1
395.24HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner5× SW 1
395.24C2IIIDriver failed to manually add shipping document number4× SW 1
395.24C2II-ELDTNHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify CMV trailer number.3× SW 1
395.22GPortable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver2× SW 1
395.15G02Driver failed to have on-board a CMV a sufficient supply of blank records of duty status graph-grids1× SW 1
395.22H1Driver failing to maintain ELD user's manual1× SW 1
395.22H3Driver failed to maintain instruction sheet for ELD malfunction reporting requirements1× SW 1
395.22H4-ELDBRODSHOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have a supply of blank driver's records of duty status graph-grids sufficient to record the driver's duty status and other related information for a minimum of 8 days.1× SW 1
395.24C2IIDriver failed to manually add the trailer number1× SW 1
395.24C2III-ELDSDNHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify shipping document number.1× SW 1
395.26(b)Motor carrier failed to ensure that the ELD automatically recorded the required data elements.1× SW 1
395.30B1Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD1× SW 1

Vehicle Maintenance 69

393.9A-LSLILighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative.6× SW 6
393.11A1-LBLLighting - Backup lamp missing3× SW 6
393.9A-HLLHLighting - Headlamp(s) fail to operate on low and high beam3× SW 6
393.9A-LBLLighting - Backup lamp inoperative3× SW 6
393.9A-LHLILighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative3× SW 6
393.9A-LRLILighting - Tail lamp - Any inoperative3× SW 6
393.9A-LFTSILighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative2× SW 6
393.9A-LTSIRLighting - Turn signal -Any inoperative on a unit that is not the rearmost unit2× SW 6
393.11A1-LCHLLighting - Lamps improper color, height, location.1× SW 6
393.11A1-LHWSLighting - Hazard warning signal(s) missing1× SW 6
393.19Inoperative/Defective Hazard Warning Lamp1× SW 6
393.9A-LHWSLighting - Hazard warning signal(s) inoperative1× SW 6
393.9(a)Inoperative Brake Lamps1× SW 6
393.9HInoperable head lamps1× SW 6
393.9TInoperable tail lamp1× SW 6
393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt6× SW 4
393.48(a)Inoperative/defective brakes5× SW 4
393.48A-BIHEHydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle.4× SW 4
393.53B-BAir Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear4× SW 4
396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection4× SW 4
396.17(c)Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection3× SW 4
393.45D-BAir Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection2× SW 4
393.48A-BIBDDrum Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle2× SW 4
396.3A1-BALACBrake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber2× SW 4
392.7A-DDriver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection or make use of required parts and accessories1× SW 4
393.45(b)(2)Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking1× SW 4
393.45B2-B-AIRAir Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured1× SW 4
393.48A-BCMHEHydraulic/Electric Brake - Hydraulic brake caliper movement exceeds 1/8 inch.1× SW 4
393.48A-BIADAir Disc Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle1× SW 4
393.48A-BLMCBADAir Disc Brake - Loose chamber/caliper mounting bolt(s)1× SW 4
393.53(b)CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear1× SW 4
393.55A-BHydraulic Brake - ABS defective on truck/bus manufactured on or after March 1, 19991× SW 4
393.55E-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 19981× SW 4
396.3(a)(1)Brake - Leak from air chamber1× SW 4
396.3A1-OALOther - Any air leak not attributed to the brake or suspension system.1× SW 4
393.11TLTruck-Tractor lower rear mud flaps retroreflective sheeting / reflex reflective material requirements for vehicles manufactured after July 19977× SW 3
393.11A1-CSLRRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19975× SW 3
393.11TUTruck-Tractor upper body corner requirements for retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflective material for vehicles manufactured after July 19974× SW 3
393.11A1-CSURRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, upper rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19973× SW 3
393.11B-CSLRRConspicuity Systems - Trailers, lower rear retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 19932× SW 3
393.11No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required1× SW 3
393.11RTRetroreflective material not affixed as required for trailers manufactured after December 19931× SW 3
393.13D1-CSSRRConspicuity Systems - Trailers, side reflex reflectors inadequate on vehicle manufactured before December 1, 19931× SW 3
393.75G-TAOWTires - All others, weight carried exceeds tire load limit1× SW 3
393.76A-SBSleeper Berth - Does not meet dimensional requirements1× SW 3
396.5(b)Oil and/or grease leak1× SW 3
396.5B-LLubrication - Oil or grease leak1× SW 3
393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured11× SW 2
393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper8× SW 2
393.9Inoperable Required Lamp6× SW 2
393.9A-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative6× SW 2
393.9A-LSMLLighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative6× SW 2
393.9A-LLPLLighting - License plate lamp inoperative5× SW 2
393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated.3× SW 2
392.2SLSNCState/Local Laws - CMV snow chains required2× SW 2
393.11A1-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) missing2× SW 2
393.95(a)No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher2× SW 2
392.22B-DFPWDDriver - Failed to place warning devices on the road surface1× SW 2
393.17B2-LDCLLighting - Driveaway, clearance lamp(s) missing on rear of rearmost towed vehicle1× SW 2
393.201A-FRCLSFrame - Cracked/loose/sagging/broken frame or chassis1× SW 2
393.201B-FRFrame - Cab or body mounts loose/broken/missing1× SW 2
393.205(c)Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing1× SW 2
393.205C-WRAWFLMIBWheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken.1× SW 2
393.95A4-EENAEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - not readily accessible or filled1× SW 2
393.60(d)Windshield / Windows - Tinting permits less than 70% of light transmittance4× SW 1
393.78A-WSWashers - Inoperative washing system.4× SW 1
393.60(c)Windshield - Damaged or Discolored2× SW 1
393.104B-CCargo - Damaged securement devices/tiedowns1× SW 1
393.78Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers1× SW 1

Driver Fitness 2

391.41A-MCPCMedical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial motor vehicle without showing proof of a valid medical certification upon request, but presents proof prior to completion of inspection.1× SW 1
391.45(b)Expired medical examiner's certificate1× SW 1

Locations

Physical Address

HORIZON TRANSPORT INC
100 NORTH STATE ROAD 19
WAKARUSA, IN 46573-9543

Mailing Address

HORIZON TRANSPORT INC
P O BOX 826
WAKARUSA, IN 46573-0826

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HORIZON TRANSPORT INC

About this carrier

Carrier Details

Authority & Operations

Cargo Authorized

Operating Territory

Crashes (24 mo)

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

Inspection Summary

Violations Cited 171 unique codes

Critical 64

Unsafe Driving 15

Hours of Service 21

Vehicle Maintenance 69

Driver Fitness 2

Locations

Location on Map

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