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Colonial Van & Storage

6001 88th St, Sacramento, CA 95828

DOT 2973

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Phone Number
+1 (916) 546-3600

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Company information

Colonial Van & Storage has been moving people since 1946. For over seven decades, this company has served Northern California and Nevada. Its many years in the moving industry have allowed Colonial to perfect its methods. That's why the quality of its services and techniques are unbeatable in the area. There isn't a situation this team can't prevent or an issue they don't know how to solve. They invest in the latest technology and equipment to be as fast and efficient as possible. Its crew of residential movers can orchestrate a move of any size, no matter how big or small your home. They can provide assistance with custom crating and full-service or fragile-only packing. There's also the option for short or long-term storage available. These movers can take you from point A to point B, whether it is a local, long-distance, or international move. They are also great at military relocations. Colonial's commercial movers can help clear out your building and move your office. They provide warehousing and distribution services as well. The amount of industries they help is limitless. They've assisted hospitals, labs, hotels, and many other sectors. Much like their residential counterparts, they move businesses across the street, the country, or the globe.
Business Hours
Monday - Friday: 08:00 - 17:00Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
Service AreasSacramento

Department of Transportation Government Data

All data is sourced from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).

Company Profile

Years in Business: 51 years - First Registered in Jun. 1974

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: Less than 1 year ago

Company Information

Legal Name

colonial van & storage inc

DOT Number

2973

Registration Date

06/01/1974

Business Type

corporation

Entity Type

Carrier

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

01/23/2025

Added Date

06/01/1974

Cargo Types

General Freight
Household Goods
Motor Vehicles
Machinery, Large Objects

Company Officers

Officer 1

douglas b. welton

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Key Metrics

High-level performance indicators to quickly assess the company's scale and activity.

Annual Miles (2023)

145,000

Filled: 01/23/2025

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

23

Total Drivers

13

CDL

Fleet Size:
K
- 29-32

31

Total Trucks

Safety Rating

S

Latest Review: N (1/1/1970)

Safety Information

Detailed safety guidelines and procedures to ensure compliance and minimize risks.

Violations

Total
Severe (Out of Service)
Driver Unfit to Drive
Unsafe Driving
Tired Driver
Vehicle Not Well Maintained

Violations explained

These are all the recorded violations for Colonial Van & Storage

Total: All recorded violations.
Severe (Out of Service): Critical violations halting operations until fixed. (The truck or the driver cannot drive and it would be illegal for them to do so.)
Driver Unfit to Drive: Violations regarding driver qualifications (medical, CDL, documents). For example, they are supposed to wear eyeglasses but are found driving without them.
Unsafe Driving: Violations like speeding, improper lane changes, ignoring traffic signs.
Tired Driver: Violations of driving/rest period rules preventing fatigue.
Vehicle Not Well Maintained: Vehicle-related violations (brakes, lights, cargo security, mechanical).

Monthly Risk Score

5 measures combined monthly score

The Risk Score evaluates each carrier's safety performance, combining key factors to provide a comprehensive safety assessment.

Purpose of the Risk Score: The score identifies carriers with higher safety risks by analyzing critical safety factors and providing actionable insights for improvement.

Factors Included in the Score: Combines unsafe driving, hours of service, driver fitness, substance use, and vehicle maintenance measures into a single metric.

Weight Distribution: Each factor is weighted based on its impact on safety, with unsafe driving and compliance having the highest influence.

Data Sources: Derived from regulatory records, inspection results, and carrier-reported data, ensuring a robust and accurate evaluation.

Use of the Risk Score: Helps stakeholders identify high-risk carriers, prioritize interventions, and promote safer practices across the transportation industry.

Drivers

Overview of vehicle assets and their allocation for operational needs.

Driver & Distance Allocation

Breakdown of driver assignments by route type and trip distance.

Local(< 100 mi)

Long-Distance(> 100 mi)

Total

In-State10010
Out-of-State01313

Inspections

This is a list of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration inspections from highway stops, conducted either randomly by highway patrol or at weigh stations.

REPORT #

DATE

↓

STATE

DRIVER VIOLATIONS

VEHICLE VIOLATIONS

UNSAFE DRIVING VIOLATIONS

DRIVER FATIGUE VIOLATIONS

SUBSTANCES OR ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS

VEHICLE MAINT. VIOLATIONS

7217029239

2025-10-01

NV

0

0

0

0

0

0

UGWF000034

2025-09-16

CA

0

0

1

0

0

0

NC3S010557

2025-08-22

CA

0

0

0

0

0

0

7165028911

2025-06-02

NV

0

0

0

0

0

1

UESQ004752

2025-03-06

CA

0

0

0

0

0

2

NF37001081

2025-02-25

CA

0

1

0

0

0

1

UD4G003548

2025-02-25

CA

0

0

0

0

0

0

NE1M005718

2024-08-30

CA

0

0

0

0

0

0

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

79

Total Inspections

54

Inspections per 100k miles

Inspections

1

Failed Inspections

0

Driver Failures

1

Vehicle Failures

Violations

This is a list of violations that occurred during Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration inspections.

Insp Date

Category

Severe Failure

Violation Details

2025-09-16

Unsafe DrivingNo

State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit

2025-06-02

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Driver - Failing to properly secure load

2025-03-06

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative

2025-03-06

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured

2025-02-25

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS

2024-01-23

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher

2024-01-23

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher

2023-09-05

Vehicle MaintenanceYes

Inoperative turn signal

Violations

100

Total Violations

69

Violations per 100k miles

Crashes

REPORT #

DATE

↓

STATE

FATALITIES

INJURIES

TOW AWAY

LICENSE

CA0009567138

13-APR-23

CA

0

0

Y

63414F3

Crash Risk Score

0

Recordable crashes per vehicle

Amount of Crashes

1

Injury Crashes: 0 / Fatal Crashes: 0

Casualties

0

Injuries

0

Fatalities

Number of Tows

1

Injuries

Crash Factors

Incidents by season

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

Incidents by weather condition

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

Incidents by road surface condition

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

Incidents by light condition

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

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