NICK HOLDEN TRANSPORT COMPANY

AUTHORIZED
3652 CHATTANOOGA ROAD, TUNNEL HILL, GA, 30755|(706) 229-3838

USDOT

2394419

MC Number

823181

Fleet Size

38

Total Drivers

33

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Safety overview

NICK HOLDEN TRANSPORT COMPANY is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in TUNNEL HILL, Georgia, operating 38 power units with 33 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 4 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 9.5% runs above the national average of 5.51%. They have 6 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 95 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
91%
HOS / Fatigue
90%
👤Driver Fitness
87%
Controlled Substances
20%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
80%

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 rate9.5%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate31.4%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Georgia is 15.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 31.6% across 99,531 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

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

95

Total

65%

Driver %

Driver Inspections95
Vehicle Inspections51
Driver OOS Rate9.5%
Vehicle OOS Rate31.4%

Crash history

6

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes2
Tow Crashes6

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Frequently asked questions

Is NICK HOLDEN TRANSPORT COMPANY authorized to operate?

Yes. NICK HOLDEN TRANSPORT COMPANY (USDOT #2394419) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is NICK HOLDEN TRANSPORT COMPANY's safety record?

NICK HOLDEN TRANSPORT COMPANY has 4 BASIC scores 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 NICK HOLDEN TRANSPORT COMPANY operate?

NICK HOLDEN TRANSPORT COMPANY operates 38 power units with 33 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does NICK HOLDEN TRANSPORT COMPANY transport hazardous materials?

No. NICK HOLDEN TRANSPORT COMPANY does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is NICK HOLDEN TRANSPORT COMPANY located?

NICK HOLDEN TRANSPORT COMPANY is based in TUNNEL HILL, Georgia at 3652 CHATTANOOGA ROAD, 30755. Phone: (706) 229-3838.

What are NICK HOLDEN TRANSPORT COMPANY's out-of-service rates?

NICK HOLDEN TRANSPORT COMPANY's driver out-of-service rate is 9.5%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 31.4% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.