BIG SMITH INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: SMITH AUTO TRANSPORT
USDOT
2368130
MC Number
812154
Fleet Size
34
Total Drivers
34
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 16, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
BIG SMITH INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in STRAFFORD, Missouri, operating 34 power units with 34 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 6.7% national average. They have 2 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 37 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.
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 Missouri is 12.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.5% across 25,609 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
37
Total
73%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. — eff. Jan 18, 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
2
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is BIG SMITH INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for BIG SMITH INC (USDOT #2368130) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is BIG SMITH INC's safety record?
BIG SMITH INC has 37 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 2 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does BIG SMITH INC operate?
BIG SMITH INC operates 34 power units with 34 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does BIG SMITH INC transport hazardous materials?
No. BIG SMITH INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is BIG SMITH INC located?
BIG SMITH INC is based in STRAFFORD, Missouri at 851 W EVERGREEN, 65757. Phone: (417) 485-4208.
What are BIG SMITH INC's out-of-service rates?
BIG SMITH INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 14.3%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.