SOUTH JERSEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
AUTHORIZEDDBA: SJTA
USDOT
1897817
MC Number
679260
Fleet Size
69
Total Drivers
88
Last updated: March 14, 2026
Safety overview
SOUTH JERSEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in HAMMONTON, New Jersey, operating 69 power units with 88 drivers. All 5 BASIC scores sit well below FMCSA intervention thresholds, which is a good sign for anyone vetting this carrier. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 4 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 21 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
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 New Jersey is 15.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.2% across 45,526 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Passenger Business)
- 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
21
Total
66%
Driver %
Crash history
4
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SOUTH JERSEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY authorized to operate?
Yes. SOUTH JERSEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (USDOT #1897817) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is SOUTH JERSEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY's safety record?
Based on FMCSA data, SOUTH JERSEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY has no BASIC scores above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. They haven't received a formal FMCSA safety rating. 4 crashes on record.
How many trucks does SOUTH JERSEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY operate?
SOUTH JERSEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY operates 69 power units with 88 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does SOUTH JERSEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY transport hazardous materials?
No. SOUTH JERSEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is SOUTH JERSEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY located?
SOUTH JERSEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY is based in HAMMONTON, New Jersey at 351 FARLEY SERVICE PLAZA, 08037. Phone: (856) 227-7571.
What are SOUTH JERSEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY's out-of-service rates?
SOUTH JERSEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY'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 0.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.