Georgia Commercial Dump Truck Licensing & Insurance Guide
To haul for hire in Georgia you need a CDL, a USDOT number, Georgia intrastate authority through the Department of Public Safety, and liability insurance filed with the state. Expect roughly $8,000–$15,000 a year for a new operator's insurance package.
Georgia's construction boom around Atlanta, Savannah, and the I-75 corridor keeps dump trucks busy. Here's how to get legal fast.
Licensing checklist
- Class A or B CDL from the Georgia Department of Driver Services
- DOT medical card
- USDOT number from FMCSA
- Georgia intrastate for-hire authority through Georgia DPS
- UCR registration if you cross state lines
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Insurance you'll need
| Coverage | Why | Typical cost (new operator) |
|---|---|---|
| Primary auto liability | Required by the state and GCs | $6,000–$11,000/yr |
| Physical damage | Required by your lender | $1,500–$3,500/yr |
| General liability | Required by most GCs | $800–$1,500/yr |
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