JAMES R SMITH TRUCKING CO INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
154913
MC Number
175233
Fleet Size
48
Total Drivers
50
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
JAMES R SMITH TRUCKING CO INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in CULLMAN, Alabama, operating 48 power units with 50 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 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 71 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.
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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 Alabama is 11.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.8% across 34,372 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
71
Total
66%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Not on file
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
TRADITIONS BANK — eff. Oct 2, 2013
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 JAMES R SMITH TRUCKING CO INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for JAMES R SMITH TRUCKING CO INC (USDOT #154913) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is JAMES R SMITH TRUCKING CO INC's safety record?
JAMES R SMITH TRUCKING CO INC has 71 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 JAMES R SMITH TRUCKING CO INC operate?
JAMES R SMITH TRUCKING CO INC operates 48 power units with 50 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does JAMES R SMITH TRUCKING CO INC transport hazardous materials?
No. JAMES R SMITH TRUCKING CO INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is JAMES R SMITH TRUCKING CO INC located?
JAMES R SMITH TRUCKING CO INC is based in CULLMAN, Alabama at 240 COUNTY ROAD 222, 35055. Phone: (256) 739-1408.
What are JAMES R SMITH TRUCKING CO INC's out-of-service rates?
JAMES R SMITH TRUCKING CO INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 27.8% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.