SOUTH CENTRAL FS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1177232
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
271
Total Drivers
166
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: September 6, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
SOUTH CENTRAL FS INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in EFFINGHAM, Illinois, operating 271 power units with 166 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 20.0% runs above the national average of 6.7%. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 15 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 Illinois is 10.0% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.4% across 52,488 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
15
Total
56%
Driver %
Insurance on file
CarrierOwl's current public FMCSA filing snapshot returned no matching insurance rows. This does not prove that no private coverage exists; verify current requirements and filings directly with FMCSA and the carrier.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SOUTH CENTRAL FS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for SOUTH CENTRAL FS INC (USDOT #1177232) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is SOUTH CENTRAL FS INC's safety record?
SOUTH CENTRAL FS INC has 15 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 1 matching crash. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does SOUTH CENTRAL FS INC operate?
SOUTH CENTRAL FS INC operates 271 power units with 166 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does SOUTH CENTRAL FS INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. SOUTH CENTRAL FS INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is SOUTH CENTRAL FS INC located?
SOUTH CENTRAL FS INC is based in EFFINGHAM, Illinois at 405 S BANKER STREET, 62401. Phone: (217) 342-9231.
What are SOUTH CENTRAL FS INC's out-of-service rates?
SOUTH CENTRAL FS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 20.0%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 41.7%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.