SOUTHLAND EXPRESS LLC

AUTHORIZED
34204 CANE MARKET ROAD, WALKER, LA, 70785|(225) 362-9561

USDOT

1276504

MC Number

503044

Fleet Size

3

Total Drivers

4

Last updated: March 15, 2026

Safety overview

SOUTHLAND EXPRESS LLC is a small interstate motor carrier based in WALKER, Louisiana, operating 3 power units with 4 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 14.3% runs above the national average of 5.51%. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 7 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
3%
HOS / Fatigue
95%
👤Driver Fitness
3%
Controlled Substances
4%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
82%

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.

Driver OOS rate14.3%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate33.3%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Louisiana is 9.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.8% across 11,074 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire
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

7

Total

70%

Driver %

Driver Inspections7
Vehicle Inspections3
Driver OOS Rate14.3%
Vehicle OOS Rate33.3%

Crash history

0

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes0

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Frequently asked questions

Is SOUTHLAND EXPRESS LLC authorized to operate?

Yes. SOUTHLAND EXPRESS LLC (USDOT #1276504) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is SOUTHLAND EXPRESS LLC's safety record?

SOUTHLAND EXPRESS LLC 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 SOUTHLAND EXPRESS LLC operate?

SOUTHLAND EXPRESS LLC operates 3 power units with 4 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does SOUTHLAND EXPRESS LLC transport hazardous materials?

No. SOUTHLAND EXPRESS LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is SOUTHLAND EXPRESS LLC located?

SOUTHLAND EXPRESS LLC is based in WALKER, Louisiana at 34204 CANE MARKET ROAD, 70785. Phone: (225) 362-9561.

What are SOUTHLAND EXPRESS LLC's out-of-service rates?

SOUTHLAND EXPRESS LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 14.3%, 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 33.3% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.