SOUTHERN SHADE TREE CO INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1186285
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
75
Total Drivers
80
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
SOUTHERN SHADE TREE CO INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in FORT MILL, South Carolina, operating 75 power units with 80 drivers. 2 of their 5 BASIC scores sit above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. The rest fall within acceptable ranges. Their driver out-of-service rate of 16.0% runs above the national average of 5.51%. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 25 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 South Carolina is 12.5% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 35.5% across 22,987 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Private (Property)
- 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
25
Total
58%
Driver %
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SOUTHERN SHADE TREE CO INC authorized to operate?
Yes. SOUTHERN SHADE TREE CO INC (USDOT #1186285) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is SOUTHERN SHADE TREE CO INC's safety record?
SOUTHERN SHADE TREE CO INC has 2 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.
How many trucks does SOUTHERN SHADE TREE CO INC operate?
SOUTHERN SHADE TREE CO INC operates 75 power units with 80 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does SOUTHERN SHADE TREE CO INC transport hazardous materials?
No. SOUTHERN SHADE TREE CO INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is SOUTHERN SHADE TREE CO INC located?
SOUTHERN SHADE TREE CO INC is based in FORT MILL, South Carolina at 377 RUBIN CENTER DR STE 119, 29708. Phone: (803) 396-8693.
What are SOUTHERN SHADE TREE CO INC's out-of-service rates?
SOUTHERN SHADE TREE CO INC's driver out-of-service rate is 16.0%, 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 27.8% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.