BALLARD FOREST TRANSPORTATION INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1098267
MC Number
382825
Fleet Size
20
Total Drivers
10
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 26, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
BALLARD FOREST TRANSPORTATION INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in HOMER, Georgia, operating 20 power units with 10 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 13.5% runs above the national average of 5.51%. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 37 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Georgia is 16.4% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 32.3% across 102,749 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
37
Total
76%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
CANAL INSURANCE CO. — eff. Jun 1, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is BALLARD FOREST TRANSPORTATION INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for BALLARD FOREST TRANSPORTATION INC (USDOT #1098267) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is BALLARD FOREST TRANSPORTATION INC's safety record?
BALLARD FOREST TRANSPORTATION INC has 37 inspections on file and no crashes on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does BALLARD FOREST TRANSPORTATION INC operate?
BALLARD FOREST TRANSPORTATION INC operates 20 power units with 10 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does BALLARD FOREST TRANSPORTATION INC transport hazardous materials?
No. BALLARD FOREST TRANSPORTATION INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is BALLARD FOREST TRANSPORTATION INC located?
BALLARD FOREST TRANSPORTATION INC is based in HOMER, Georgia at 343 WOODY STREET, 30547. Phone: (706) 677-3842.
What are BALLARD FOREST TRANSPORTATION INC's out-of-service rates?
BALLARD FOREST TRANSPORTATION INC's driver out-of-service rate is 13.5%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 25.0% (national average: 20.72%).