SPIRE ALABAMA INC

AUTHORIZED

DBA: SPIRE

2101 6TH AVENUE NORTH, BIRMINGHAM, AL, 35203|(314) 202-0963

USDOT

218055

MC Number

N/A

Fleet Size

128

Total Drivers

887

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Safety overview

SPIRE ALABAMA INC is a large intrastate only (hazmat) motor carrier based in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, operating 128 power units with 887 drivers. 1 of their 5 BASIC scores sits above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. The rest fall within acceptable ranges. 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 3 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
78%
HOS / Fatigue
14%
👤Driver Fitness
14%
Controlled Substances
17%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
73%

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 rate0.0%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate33.3%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Alabama is 11.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.3% across 33,555 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Intrastate Only (Hazmat)
Operation Classification
Private (Property)
Cargo Carried
NATURAL GAS UTILITY
Hazmat
Yes
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

3

Total

50%

Driver %

Driver Inspections3
Vehicle Inspections3
Driver OOS Rate0.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate33.3%

Insurance on file

No insurance records on file with FMCSA.

Crash history

1

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes1
Tow Crashes1

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Frequently asked questions

Is SPIRE ALABAMA INC authorized to operate?

Yes. SPIRE ALABAMA INC (USDOT #218055) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an intrastate only (hazmat) carrier.

What is SPIRE ALABAMA INC's safety record?

SPIRE ALABAMA INC has 1 BASIC score 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 SPIRE ALABAMA INC operate?

SPIRE ALABAMA INC operates 128 power units with 887 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.

Does SPIRE ALABAMA INC transport hazardous materials?

Yes. SPIRE ALABAMA INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.

Where is SPIRE ALABAMA INC located?

SPIRE ALABAMA INC is based in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama at 2101 6TH AVENUE NORTH, 35203. Phone: (314) 202-0963.

What are SPIRE ALABAMA INC's out-of-service rates?

SPIRE ALABAMA 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 33.3% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.