CARPENTER CO
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
121209
MC Number
199598
Fleet Size
155
Total Drivers
139
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: September 13, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
CARPENTER CO is a large interstate motor carrier based in RICHMOND, Virginia, operating 155 power units with 139 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 0.5% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 6 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 210 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 Virginia is 15.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 28.9% across 24,865 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
210
Total
64%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Oct 1, 2010
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
6
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is CARPENTER CO authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for CARPENTER CO (USDOT #121209) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is CARPENTER CO's safety record?
CARPENTER CO has 210 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 6 matching crashes. 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 CARPENTER CO operate?
CARPENTER CO operates 155 power units with 139 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does CARPENTER CO transport hazardous materials?
Yes. CARPENTER CO is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is CARPENTER CO located?
CARPENTER CO is based in RICHMOND, Virginia at 5016 MONUMENT AVE, 23230. Phone: (804) 359-0800.
What are CARPENTER CO's out-of-service rates?
CARPENTER CO's driver out-of-service rate is 0.5%, 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 12.5%, 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.