RODNEY S THORNTON SR
AUTHORIZEDDBA: THORNTON TRANSPORTATION
USDOT
1133080
MC Number
460901
Fleet Size
4
Total Drivers
10
Last updated: March 15, 2026
Safety overview
RODNEY S THORNTON SR is a small interstate motor carrier based in PORTSMOUTH, Virginia, operating 4 power units with 10 drivers. All 5 BASIC scores sit well below FMCSA intervention thresholds, which is a good sign for anyone vetting this carrier. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 2 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
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 Virginia is 14.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 28.8% across 23,409 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
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
2
Total
0%
Driver %
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is RODNEY S THORNTON SR authorized to operate?
Yes. RODNEY S THORNTON SR (USDOT #1133080) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is RODNEY S THORNTON SR's safety record?
Based on FMCSA data, RODNEY S THORNTON SR has no BASIC scores above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. They haven't received a formal FMCSA safety rating. No crashes on record.
How many trucks does RODNEY S THORNTON SR operate?
RODNEY S THORNTON SR operates 4 power units with 10 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does RODNEY S THORNTON SR transport hazardous materials?
No. RODNEY S THORNTON SR does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is RODNEY S THORNTON SR located?
RODNEY S THORNTON SR is based in PORTSMOUTH, Virginia at 177 WEBSTER AVENUE, 23704. Phone: (757) 295-8560.
What are RODNEY S THORNTON SR's out-of-service rates?
Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 0.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.