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Freight Carrier · New Albany, OH

JRD TRANSPORTATION INC

Name: JRD TRANSPORTATION INC
Address: 5051 FOREST DR STE A, NEW ALBANY, OH, 43054, US
Telephone: (614) 534-0560

5051 FOREST DR STE A · New Albany, OH 43054

AUTHORIZED FOR:

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MC #873159
USDOT #2514289 USDOT Active

225
Power Units
250
Drivers
Carrier
Entity Type

About this carrier

JRD TRANSPORTATION INC is a New Albany, OH freight carrier that is authorized for: in the state of Ohio. This company has 225 truck(s) in their fleet and 250 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-873159 and their USDOT number is 2514289.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 06/17/2026 · last updated Jun 24, 2026.

Carrier Details

Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
MCS-150 Filed 06/17/2026
MCS-150 Mileage 67,000,000 (2026)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification

Authorized for Hire

Carrier Operation

Interstate

Cargo Authorized

General Freight
Beverages
Paper Products

Safety Record

157 Severe Violations Updated Jul 17, 2026

Crashes (24 mo)

2
Fatal
11
Injury
34
Tow
47
Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 2.14 139 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 0.19 52 Vehicle Maintenance 4.31 218 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0.07 7

Inspection Summary

934
Total
558
Clean
376
With violations

24-month window ending Jun 26, 2026

Violations Cited 168 unique codes

Critical 58

392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit12× SW 10
392.2-SLLSWZState/Local Laws - Speeding work/construction zone7× SW 10
392.2-SLLCPState/Local Laws - Operate a CMV while using a cellular phone2× SW 10
392.2-SLLTState/Local Laws - Operating a CMV while texting2× SW 10
392.82(a)1Using a hand-held mobile telephone while operating a CMV2× SW 10
393.75A3-TAOLTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS59× OOS×59 SW 8
393.75(a)(3)Tire-flat and/or audible air leak6× OOS×6 SW 8
393.75A3-TAOLTISTires - All others, leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS5× OOS×5 SW 8
393.75(a)Flat tire or fabric exposed3× OOS×3 SW 8
383.23A2-LCDLNLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL2× OOS×2 SW 8
393.75A1-TFBMFTires - Front, belt material/casing ply showing in tread area2× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32Tires - Less than 1/32 inch tread depth at 3 locations/2 adjacent tread grooves2× OOS×1 SW 8
383.23(a)(2)Operating a CMV without a CDL1× OOS×1 SW 8
392.2-LCDLRRestriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction.1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75A1-TBSPTires - All others - Has damaged plies evident in the sidewall up to 2 square inches1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75B-TFTires - Front, less than 2/32 inch tread depth1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75A1-TEPBMTires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area7× SW 8
393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth7× SW 8
383.21Operating a CMV with more than 1 driver license1× SW 8
393.75(a)(1)Tire-ply or belt material exposed1× SW 8
393.75(c)Tire-other tread depth less than 2/32 of inch measured in a major tread groove1× SW 8
395.8E-HOSPDHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain6× OOS×3 SW 7
393.207F-SDASSuspension - Deflated air suspension3× OOS×3 SW 7
395.8E-HOSPDELDTHOS (Property) - Tampering with an ELD so that the device does not accurately record and retain required data. Explain:2× OOS×2 SW 7
395.8E-HOSPDOOSHOS (Property) - 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
393.207(a)Axle positioning parts defective/missing1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207B-AALPME-OOSMore than 25% of the locking pins are missing or not engaged1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.9A-LSLIWRLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on3× OOS×3 SW 6
393.9A-LTSILighting - Turn signal - Any inoperative on the rearmost vehicle.3× OOS×3 SW 6
393.9(a)Inoperative Brake Lamps1× OOS×1 SW 6
395.8A1-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed6× OOS×6 SW 5
393.45B2-BHTDAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply.12× OOS×11 SW 4
393.45B2-B-AIRAir Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured21× OOS×2 SW 4
391.11B2-QDriver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001. Driver failed the Interview.2× OOS×2 SW 4
396.3A1-BARSAir Brake - Air reservoir separated from its original attachment points or moving more than 1 inch2× OOS×2 SW 4
396.3A1-BALACBrake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber6× OOS×1 SW 4
393.43D-BSBBrake - More than 25% of the spring brakes are inoperative1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45A-BHTIJAir Brake - Improperly joined such as a splice made by sliding the hose ends over a piece of tubing and clamping the hose to the tube1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45B2-B-VACBrake - Vacuum hose(s) or line(s) restricted/abraded/chafed through outer cover-to-cord ply crimped/cracked/broken1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45D-BAALAir Brake - Audible air leak at other than a proper connection1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45D-BHDBAir Brake - Damaged by heat or broken1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45D-BHTCAir Brake - Damaged by heat, broken, or crimped in such a manner as to restrict air flow.1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47A-BRCBrake - Rotor (disc) with a crack in length of more than 75% of the friction surface or thru the rotor1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47(a)Rotor (disc) cracked more than 75 percent of the friction surface completely through the rotor or completely through a solid rotor or completely through a structural support1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47D1-BRMMCAD-SAAir Disc Brake - Rotor (disc) metal to metal contact on a steering axle1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.48A-BSRFSAD-SAAir Disc Brake - Severe rusting of brake rotor (disc) on a steering axle1× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1-BALRAir Brake - Fails air loss rate test1× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1-BNMHBrake - Non-manufactured hole or crack in the spring brake housing section of a parking brake1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.106C1-CCargo - Cargo not immobilized or secured against rolling1× OOS×1 SW 3
393.28-BECUBuses - Electrical cable unsupported/hanging/missing clamps1× OOS×1 SW 3
393.70B1I-CDSLI-MT25Coupling - Slider latching fasteners - More than 25% ineffective on either side.1× OOS×1 SW 3
396.5B-HWSLHubs - Wheel seal leaking5× OOS×3 SW 2
393.205(a)Wheel/rim cracked or broken2× OOS×2 SW 2
393.205A-WRBHWheel/Rim - Cracks between stud holes/hand holes2× OOS×2 SW 2
393.9Inoperable Required Lamp2× OOS×1 SW 2
393.23-LEULighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g., unplugged or loose pigtail)1× OOS×1 SW 2
396.5A-HNLHubs - No visible or measurable lubricant showing in the hub1× OOS×1 SW 2
396.3(a)1BOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination15× OOS×15 SW 0

Unsafe Driving 22

392.2-SLLS3State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit12× SW 7
392.16Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV1× SW 7
392.16B-CPASSCo-Driver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a property-carrying CMV.1× SW 7
392.16-DDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV1× 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, other31× SW 5
392.2CFailure to obey traffic control device14× SW 5
392.2-SLLMLState/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane5× SW 5
392.2-INATDriver- Inattentive or Distracted Driving4× SW 5
392.2LCImproper lane change3× SW 5
392.2-SLLFYState/Local Laws - Failed to yield right of way3× SW 5
392.2-SLLILCState/Local Laws - Improper lane change3× SW 5
392.2-DMOVEDriver - Move over/slow law - Failure to yield right of way to authorized emergency vehicles1× SW 5
392.2FCFollowing too close1× SW 5
392.2-SLLFCState/Local Laws - Following too closely1× SW 5
392.2-SLLITState/Local Laws - Improper turns1× SW 5
392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit19× SW 4
392.2-SLLLRState/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation16× SW 3
392.2LVLane Restriction violation1× SW 3
392.2PKUnlawfully parking and/or leaving vehicle in the roadway2× SW 1
392.2-SLLUPState/Local Laws - Unlawfully parking /leaving vehicle on roadway2× SW 1
392.2-SLLS3State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit1× SW 1
392.2-SLLTCDState/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other1× SW 1

Hours of Service 17

395.8E-HOSPCDOOSHOS (Property) - Co-driver produces a false record of duty status with an apparent attempt to conceal hours. Explain2× SW 7
395.20BELDNVHOS (ELD) - The ELD display screen is not viewable by an authorized official without entering the CMV1× 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 carrier6× SW 3
395.24(d)ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically1× SW 3
395.24HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner10× SW 1
395.30B1-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information.6× SW 1
395.22GPortable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver3× SW 1
395.30B2-ELDDFC24HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to certify the record immediately after the final required entry has been made or corrected for the 24 hour period.3× 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.2× SW 1
395.22H1-ELDNUMHOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - No user's manual for the driver describing how to operate the ELD. (May be electronic)2× SW 1
395.22H3-ELDMFHOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have an instruction sheet for the driver describing ELD malfunction reporting requirements and recordkeeping procedures during ELD malfunctions2× 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.2× SW 1
395.22H2-ELDNISDTHOS (ELD) Driver failing to have instruction sheet describing the data transfer mechanisms supported by the ELD and step-by-step instructions for the driver to produce and transfer the driver's hours of service records to an authorized safety official1× SW 1
395.24C2IIIDriver failed to manually add shipping document number1× SW 1
395.8Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner)1× SW 1
395.8(a)HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner1× SW 1
395.8E-HOSPDHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain1× SW 1

Vehicle Maintenance 71

393.207F-SLASSuspension - Leaking 3 PSI in 5 minutes1× SW 7
393.19Inoperative/Defective Hazard Warning Lamp2× SW 6
393.209E-SPSLASteering - Power steering leaking anywhere.2× SW 6
393.9A-HLLHLighting - Headlamp(s) fail to operate on low and high beam2× SW 6
393.9A-LBLLighting - Backup lamp inoperative2× SW 6
393.9A-LFTSILighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative2× SW 6
393.11A1-LCHLLighting - Lamps improper color, height, location.1× SW 6
393.9A-LRLILighting - Tail lamp - Any inoperative1× SW 6
393.9A-LSLILighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative.1× SW 6
393.9TSInoperative turn signal1× SW 6
393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt27× 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 wear20× SW 4
393.45D-BAir Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection10× SW 4
393.55E-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 199810× SW 4
396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection6× SW 4
393.47D2-BLTBDDrum Brake - Inadequate lining/pad thickness5× SW 4
393.48A-BIBDDrum Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle4× SW 4
393.55D2-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 2001 for towed vehicle.3× SW 4
393.43D-BIPBSBrake - Inoperative or missing trailer Spring Brake2× SW 4
393.53(b)CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear2× SW 4
393.55(c)(1)Truck Tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 not equipped with an antilock brake system2× SW 4
393.55(e)No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator Lamp for trailer manufactured after 03/01/19982× SW 4
396.17(c)Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection2× SW 4
392.7A-DDriver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection or make use of required parts and accessories1× SW 4
393.41-BNPB-SPRBrake - Inoperative or missing power unit spring brake1× SW 4
393.43B-BATVBrake - Air, towing vehicle unable to actuate trailer parking/emergency brakes manually1× SW 4
393.45(b)(2)Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking1× SW 4
393.45(d)Brake connections with leaks or constrictions1× SW 4
393.45D-BHCRAir Brake - Crimped or restricted1× SW 4
393.45DLPCBrake Connections with Leaks - Connection to Power Unit1× SW 4
393.47A-BCFSBDDrum Brake - Contaminated friction surface1× SW 4
393.48(a)Inoperative/defective brakes1× SW 4
393.55C1-BAir Brake - Truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997, not equipped with an ABS system. System does not function or indicates a fault.1× SW 4
393.55C2-BAir Brake - CMV other than truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 not equipped with an antilock brake system. System does not function or indicates a fault.1× SW 4
396.3A1-ALATRAir Brake - Any leak from an air tank reservoir.1× SW 4
396.3A1BBrakes (general) Explain:1× SW 4
396.3A1-OALOther - Any air leak not attributed to the brake or suspension system.1× SW 4
396.9(d)(2)Failure to correct defects noted on previous inspection report1× SW 4
396.5B-LLubrication - Oil or grease leak2× SW 3
393.102B-CCargo - Insufficient means to prevent vertical movement1× SW 3
393.11A1-CSLRRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19971× SW 3
393.11A1-CSURRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, upper rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19971× SW 3
396.3A1-AASGMD-L6Any of the slider-guide/hold-down brackets are missing or disengaged.1× SW 3
396.5(a)Failing to ensure that vehicle is properly lubricated1× SW 3
396.5(b)Oil and/or grease leak1× SW 3
393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured5× SW 2
393.95(a)No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher4× SW 2
393.205C-WRAWFLMIBWheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken.3× SW 2
393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated.3× SW 2
393.95A4-EENAEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - not readily accessible or filled3× SW 2
393.9A-LCLLighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative3× SW 2
393.9A-LLPLLighting - License plate lamp inoperative2× SW 2
392.22B-DFPWDDriver - Failed to place warning devices on the road surface1× SW 2
393.11A1-LLPLLighting - License plate lamp missing1× SW 2
393.203E-CBPCab and Body Parts - Cab front bumper missing/not secured/protruding1× SW 2
393.205(c)Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing1× SW 2
393.205C-WRWheel/Rim - Wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken.1× SW 2
393.86(a)(2)Rear Impact Guard having improper width - trailer manufactured on or after January 26, 19981× SW 2
393.86B2-RIGRear Impact Guards - All other CMV's, manufactured after December 31, 1952 inadequate construction/attachment1× SW 2
393.88Television/video display device - Improperly located1× SW 2
393.9B-LSMLLighting - Side marker lamp(s) obscured1× SW 2
396.3(a)(1)Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories1× SW 2
396.5-HLHubs - Leaking hub1× SW 2
393.60EWindshield - Obstructed5× SW 1
393.78Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers3× SW 1
393.78A-WSWashers - Inoperative washing system.3× SW 1
392.2-SLLMFState/Local Laws - Wheel (mud) flaps missing or defective1× SW 1
392.2WCWheel (Mud) Flaps missing or defective1× SW 1
392.9(a)(3)Drivers view and / or movement is obstructed1× SW 1
393.60(c)Windshield - Damaged or Discolored1× SW 1
393.67C7V-FFuel - Missing/improper filler cap1× SW 1

Locations

Physical Address

JRD TRANSPORTATION INC
5051 FOREST DR STE A
NEW ALBANY, OH 43054

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JRD TRANSPORTATION INC

About this carrier

Carrier Details

Authority & Operations

Cargo Authorized

Operating Territory

Crashes (24 mo)

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

Inspection Summary

Violations Cited 168 unique codes

Critical 58

Unsafe Driving 22

Hours of Service 17

Vehicle Maintenance 71

Locations

Location on Map

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