PRESTON RICHEY
AUTHORIZEDDBA: PRESTON RICHEY TRUCKING
USDOT
1208748
MC Number
612585
Fleet Size
9
Total Drivers
8
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 2, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
PRESTON RICHEY is a small interstate motor carrier based in SMITHVILLE, Arkansas, operating 9 power units with 8 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. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). 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 Arkansas is 10.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 33.3% across 10,210 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Exempt For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
15
Total
60%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. — eff. Apr 16, 2022
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
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is PRESTON RICHEY authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for PRESTON RICHEY (USDOT #1208748) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is PRESTON RICHEY's safety record?
PRESTON RICHEY has 15 inspections on file and 1 crash 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 PRESTON RICHEY operate?
PRESTON RICHEY operates 9 power units with 8 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does PRESTON RICHEY transport hazardous materials?
No. PRESTON RICHEY does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is PRESTON RICHEY located?
PRESTON RICHEY is based in SMITHVILLE, Arkansas at 820 LAWRENCE 310, 72466. Phone: (870) 219-8393.
What are PRESTON RICHEY's out-of-service rates?
PRESTON RICHEY's driver out-of-service rate is 6.7%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 20.0% (national average: 20.72%).