POHL TRANSPORTATION INC
130-unit general-freight carrier based in Versailles, OH. Current peer-cohort grade: A (strong).
- USDOT
- 489365
- MC
- MC202989
- Based
- Versailles, OH
- Contact
- 9375265080 · rpohl@pohltransportation.com
What this carrier is
POHL TRANSPORTATION INC is a large-fleet general-freight carrier based in Versailles, OH. Operating footprint: 130 power units, 130 drivers. The carrier runs over-the-road lanes and holds active MC202989 authority. FMCSA lists General freight as the sole cargo classification on file — a single flag often reflects a dedicated operation rather than the full scope of freight moved. FMCSA safety rating on file: Satisfactory (Jan 21, 2003).
Fleet composition on file: 54 owned tractors, 196 owned trailers, 76 term-leased tractors, 339 term-leased trailers.
For shippers and brokers: this carrier reads as low-risk on peer-cohort measures with no acute or critical flags in the current window.
At a glance
Safety record
Grade shown here is ProHRHQ analysis based on public FMCSA data. It is not an official FMCSA safety rating. The authoritative federal record is on FMCSA SAFER/SMS.
Current peer-cohort snapshot based on public FMCSA BASIC measures. Peer cohort: 117 motor carriers operating 130 power units.
No acute or critical violation flags in the current review window.
The strongest signal is Hours-of-Service at 26.0% of peer cohort average — well under norm. Combined with a clean acute-flag picture, that supports the A grade. Main caution: nothing stands out as disqualifying on this record.
| BASIC | Carrier (3yr, weighted) | Cohort avg | vs. cohort | Acute |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | 73 | 81.44 | 89.6% | No |
| Hours-of-Service | 4 | 15.37 | 26.0% | No |
| Driver Fitness | 3 | 3.73 | 80.5% | No |
| Controlled Substances/Alcohol | 0 | 0.00 | — | No |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 59 | 146.66 | 40.2% | No |
| Hazmat | 0 | 1.47 | 0.0% | n/a |
Against similarly sized 130-power-unit peers, this carrier is below cohort average in Unsafe Driving, Hours-of-Service, Driver Fitness, and Vehicle Maintenance.
Inspection and violation record
Last 3 years of public roadside history for USDOT 489365: 248 inspections across 19 states. Most recent inspection: Apr 13, 2026 in GA.
| BASIC | Violations (3 yr) |
|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | 57 |
| Hours-of-Service | 4 |
| Driver Fitness | 2 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 44 |
| Total violations | 107 (26 out-of-service) |
Crash record (3 yr): 7 reportable crashes , 4 with reported injuries . Most recent: Mar 31, 2026.
What this carrier likely fits
This is a general-freight carrier that runs over-the-road lanes, primarily interstate over 100 miles, at a large fleet scale, with general freight on the FMCSA cargo classification list. Trailer-heavy fleet composition (535 trailers against 130 tractors) is consistent with drop-and-hook or dedicated lane operation.
Drawn from FMCSA-reported cargo classifications, route profile, and fleet composition. Not a substitute for direct confirmation of equipment and lane capability with the carrier.
Key takeaways
- Grade A (strong) against 117 peer carriers operating 130 power units.
- No acute or critical violation flags in the current review window.
- 171 inspections in the 24-month SMS window (1 driver OOS, 13 vehicle OOS).
- Three-year public record: 107 violations, 7 reportable crashes.
- Hazmat is the strongest area — 0.0% of peer cohort average (well under norm).
- Operates as a large-fleet general-freight carrier running over-the-road lanes with 130 power units on file.
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