SOUTHERN TRANSPORT LLC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1465793
MC Number
553714
Fleet Size
250
Total Drivers
283
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 26, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
SOUTHERN TRANSPORT LLC is a large interstate motor carrier based in GLADEWATER, Texas, operating 250 power units with 283 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 16 crashes on file (9 with injuries). FMCSA records show 397 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
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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 13.4% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.6% across 182,499 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
Inspections
397
Total
60%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
THIRD COAST INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jan 31, 2026
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
16
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SOUTHERN TRANSPORT LLC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for SOUTHERN TRANSPORT LLC (USDOT #1465793) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is SOUTHERN TRANSPORT LLC's safety record?
SOUTHERN TRANSPORT LLC has 397 inspections on file and 16 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 SOUTHERN TRANSPORT LLC operate?
SOUTHERN TRANSPORT LLC operates 250 power units with 283 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does SOUTHERN TRANSPORT LLC transport hazardous materials?
No. SOUTHERN TRANSPORT LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is SOUTHERN TRANSPORT LLC located?
SOUTHERN TRANSPORT LLC is based in GLADEWATER, Texas at 24291 FM 1252, 75647. Phone: (903) 986-8900.
What are SOUTHERN TRANSPORT LLC's out-of-service rates?
SOUTHERN TRANSPORT LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 4.5%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 17.3% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.