Golden Gate Transport LLC
USDOT 3825402 · MC-1385720 · Melvindale, Michigan · Interstate for-hire carrier · 50–99 power units
Golden Gate Transport LLC is a company based in Melvindale, Michigan, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 80 power units and 80 drivers, which ranks it #200 by fleet size among 349 active for-hire carriers with 50+ power units headquartered in Michigan. In the 24 months to Sep 24, 2026 its trucks were inspected 55 times – about 0.7 inspections per power unit. 26.7% of vehicle inspections and 5.5% of driver inspections ended with an out-of-service order, against 20.5% and 3.3% for carriers of the same size nationally. FMCSA records 10 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (3 injuries, 0 fatalities, 10 tow-away), or 12.5 per 100 power units versus 4.8 for its size band. Crash counts in FMCSA data do not indicate fault. Its registered cargo types are general freight, household goods, fresh produce, meat, commodities dry bulk, refrigerated food, beverages, paper products.
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Registration and contact
| Legal name | Golden Gate Transport LLC |
|---|---|
| DBA name | — |
| USDOT number | 3825402 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-1385720 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Physical address | 3345 Greenfield Rd, Melvindale, MI 48122 |
| Phone | (313) 782-5017 |
| First registered | Feb 19, 2022 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Aug 7, 2026 |
| Hazmat carrier | No |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 3825402.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 80 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailers | 32 | 0 | 0 |
- 1.00 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 0.4 trailers per tractor.
- 4,674,450 miles reported for 2026 – about 58,431 miles per power unit vs a 38,151 median for 50–99-unit fleets.
- 100% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 80 CDL drivers; 80 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: 50–99-unit for-hire carriers nationally (5,500) and Michigan carriers with 50+ units (349).
| Measure | Golden Gate Transport LLC | Same size, US | MI average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 26.7% | 20.5% | 17.2% | 30% higher than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 5.5% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 64% higher than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 12.5 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 163% higher than average |
| Inspections | 55 | 55 with a driver check, 30 with a vehicle check, 75 BASIC violations recorded | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Not rated – most carriers have never had a compliance review; this is not a negative finding. | |||
Cargo carried
Less common in this directory: household goods (839 of 5,000 carriers).
Similar carriers in Michigan
Closest fleet size and cargo mix among Michigan carriers in this directory.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| The Distribution Group USDOT 184089 | Grand Rapids | 91 | 114 | 23 | 36.4% | 5 |
| Sysco Grand Rapids LLC USDOT 218431 | Grand Rapids | 91 | 95 | 19 | 20.0% | 7 |
| New Malwa Express Inc USDOT 2256052 | Romulus | 86 | 73 | 128 | 7.1% | 12 |
| Transfast Trucking Inc USDOT 1839240 | Grand Ledge | 97 | 95 | 39 | 43.8% | 5 |
| Superior Distribution Services LLC USDOT 330513 | Walker | 73 | 113 | 67 | 2.9% | 9 |
Other carriers near Melvindale
| Carrier | City | Power units | Drivers | Inspections (24 mo) | Vehicle OOS | Crashes (24 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMS Freight LLC USDOT 3047571 | Melvindale | 573 | 563 | 31 | 29.4% | 1 |
| Alden Logistics Inc USDOT 888722 | Melvindale | 193 | 95 | 20 | 54.5% | 4 |
| Ara Express LLC USDOT 3758096 | Melvindale | 190 | 140 | 52 | 20.7% | 5 |
| Four Star Transportation Co USDOT 583502 | Melvindale | 120 | 115 | 125 | 50.0% | 18 |
| A & S Express Transport LLC USDOT 2950753 | Melvindale | 90 | 45 | 13 | 50.0% | 0 |
| LTS Logistics Inc USDOT 4234667 | Melvindale | 90 | 90 | 42 | 18.2% | 1 |
| Schaefer Express LLC USDOT 3501398 | Melvindale | 80 | 80 | 45 | 15.4% | 2 |
| Alsaqqaf Logistics LLC USDOT 4187090 | Melvindale | 75 | 66 | 19 | 40.0% | 2 |
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Golden Gate Transport LLC?
Golden Gate Transport LLC is registered with USDOT number 3825402 and operating authority MC-1385720.
How many trucks does Golden Gate Transport LLC have?
It reports 80 power units (80 tractors, 0 straight trucks) and 32 trailers, with 80 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Aug 7, 2026).
Where is Golden Gate Transport LLC located?
Its registered physical address is in Melvindale, Michigan 48122.
What is the out-of-service rate of Golden Gate Transport LLC?
Over 24 months, 26.7% of vehicle inspections and 5.5% of driver inspections resulted in an out-of-service order (same-size national average: 20.5% vehicle, 3.3% 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.