PALMER STEEL SUPPLIES INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1249180
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
4
Total Drivers
4
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
PALMER STEEL SUPPLIES INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in MCALLEN, Texas, operating 4 power units with 4 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 11.1% runs above the national average of 5.51%. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 9 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 Texas is 13.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.7% across 174,809 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
9
Total
53%
Driver %
Insurance on file
No insurance records on file with FMCSA.
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is PALMER STEEL SUPPLIES INC authorized to operate?
Yes. PALMER STEEL SUPPLIES INC (USDOT #1249180) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is PALMER STEEL SUPPLIES INC's safety record?
PALMER STEEL SUPPLIES INC has 9 inspections on file and no crashes 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 PALMER STEEL SUPPLIES INC operate?
PALMER STEEL SUPPLIES INC operates 4 power units with 4 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does PALMER STEEL SUPPLIES INC transport hazardous materials?
No. PALMER STEEL SUPPLIES INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is PALMER STEEL SUPPLIES INC located?
PALMER STEEL SUPPLIES INC is based in MCALLEN, Texas at 4300 ACAPULCO AVE, 78503. Phone: (956) 686-6575.
What are PALMER STEEL SUPPLIES INC's out-of-service rates?
PALMER STEEL SUPPLIES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 11.1%, 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 12.5% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.