Cowan Intermodal Group LLC
USDOT 215194 · MC-155424 · Baltimore, Maryland · Interstate for-hire carrier · 100–249 power units
Cowan Intermodal Group LLC is a corporation based in Baltimore, Maryland, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 239 power units and 226 drivers, which ranks it #7 by fleet size among 100 active for-hire carriers with 50+ power units headquartered in Maryland. In the 24 months to Sep 24, 2026 its trucks were inspected 273 times – about 1.1 inspections per power unit. 33.2% of vehicle inspections and 1.5% of driver inspections ended with an out-of-service order, against 18.8% and 2.6% for carriers of the same size nationally. FMCSA records 11 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (6 injuries, 1 fatality, 11 tow-away), or 4.6 per 100 power units versus 4.5 for its size band. Crash counts in FMCSA data do not indicate fault. Its registered cargo types are general freight, household goods, motor vehicles, machinery, large objects, intermodal containers, beverages.
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| Legal name | Cowan Intermodal Group LLC |
|---|---|
| DBA name | — |
| USDOT number | 215194 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-155424 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Physical address | 4555 Hollins Ferry Road, Baltimore, MD 21227 |
| Phone | (410) 247-0800 |
| First registered | Jun 24, 1982 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Apr 28, 2026 |
| Hazmat carrier | Yes |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 215194.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 0 | 239 | 0 |
| Trailers | 0 | 0 | 0 |
- 0.95 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 12,712,034 miles reported for 2024 – about 53,188 miles per power unit vs a 41,613 median for 100–249-unit fleets.
- 0% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 226 CDL drivers; 226 drivers operate interstate beyond 100 miles, 0 within 100 miles.
Safety record
Roadside inspections Sep 25, 2024 – Sep 24, 2026; crashes Nov 1, 2024 – Oct 31, 2026. Benchmarks: 100–249-unit for-hire carriers nationally (2,611) and Maryland carriers with 50+ units (100).
| Measure | Cowan Intermodal Group LLC | Same size, US | MD average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 33.2% | 18.8% | 14.4% | 76% higher than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 44% lower than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 4.6 | 4.5 | 3.9 | about average |
| Inspections | 273 | 272 with a driver check, 214 with a vehicle check, 340 BASIC violations recorded, 10 hazmat-related | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Satisfactory (rated Mar 11, 2010) | |||
Cargo carried
Less common in this directory: household goods (839 of 5,000 carriers); motor vehicles (873 of 5,000 carriers).
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Cowan Intermodal Group LLC?
Cowan Intermodal Group LLC is registered with USDOT number 215194 and operating authority MC-155424.
How many trucks does Cowan Intermodal Group LLC have?
It reports 239 power units (239 tractors, 0 straight trucks) and 0 trailers, with 226 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Apr 28, 2026).
Where is Cowan Intermodal Group LLC located?
Its registered physical address is in Baltimore, Maryland 21227.
What is the out-of-service rate of Cowan Intermodal Group LLC?
Over 24 months, 33.2% of vehicle inspections and 1.5% of driver inspections resulted in an out-of-service order (same-size national average: 18.8% vehicle, 2.6% driver).
Source: FMCSA Company Census File, SMS inspection file and Crash File (data.transportation.gov), refreshed 2026-11-04. Figures are as reported to FMCSA and may lag. How we calculate these numbers. Spotted an error? Carriers update their record with FMCSA via the MCS-150 form; see corrections.