SOUTHERN FREIGHT SERVICES INC OF MORRISTOWN
AUTHORIZEDDBA: SOUTHERN FREIGHT SERVICES INC
USDOT
2216455
MC Number
270872
Fleet Size
58
Total Drivers
64
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 23, 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 FREIGHT SERVICES INC OF MORRISTOWN is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in MORRISTOWN, Tennessee, operating 58 power units with 64 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 1.6% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 5 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 127 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 Tennessee is 11.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 32.0% across 24,230 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
127
Total
71%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Protective Insurance Company — eff. Apr 1, 2026
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Jul 22, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
5
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SOUTHERN FREIGHT SERVICES INC OF MORRISTOWN authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for SOUTHERN FREIGHT SERVICES INC OF MORRISTOWN (USDOT #2216455) 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 FREIGHT SERVICES INC OF MORRISTOWN's safety record?
SOUTHERN FREIGHT SERVICES INC OF MORRISTOWN has 127 inspections on file and 5 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 FREIGHT SERVICES INC OF MORRISTOWN operate?
SOUTHERN FREIGHT SERVICES INC OF MORRISTOWN operates 58 power units with 64 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does SOUTHERN FREIGHT SERVICES INC OF MORRISTOWN transport hazardous materials?
No. SOUTHERN FREIGHT SERVICES INC OF MORRISTOWN does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is SOUTHERN FREIGHT SERVICES INC OF MORRISTOWN located?
SOUTHERN FREIGHT SERVICES INC OF MORRISTOWN is based in MORRISTOWN, Tennessee at 4495 ENKA HWY, 37813.
What are SOUTHERN FREIGHT SERVICES INC OF MORRISTOWN's out-of-service rates?
SOUTHERN FREIGHT SERVICES INC OF MORRISTOWN's driver out-of-service rate is 1.6%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 17.6% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.