HOLMES COMPANY OF JACKSON INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
261392
MC Number
175845
Fleet Size
72
Total Drivers
72
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
HOLMES COMPANY OF JACKSON INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in RICHLAND, Mississippi, operating 72 power units with 72 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 5 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 3.1% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 3 crashes on file. FMCSA records show 130 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 Mississippi is 12.0% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.1% across 11,428 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
130
Total
68%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Aug 27, 2014
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA — eff. May 1, 2005
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
3
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is HOLMES COMPANY OF JACKSON INC authorized to operate?
Yes. HOLMES COMPANY OF JACKSON INC (USDOT #261392) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is HOLMES COMPANY OF JACKSON INC's safety record?
HOLMES COMPANY OF JACKSON INC has 5 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 HOLMES COMPANY OF JACKSON INC operate?
HOLMES COMPANY OF JACKSON INC operates 72 power units with 72 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does HOLMES COMPANY OF JACKSON INC transport hazardous materials?
No. HOLMES COMPANY OF JACKSON INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is HOLMES COMPANY OF JACKSON INC located?
HOLMES COMPANY OF JACKSON INC is based in RICHLAND, Mississippi at 535 OLD HIGHWAY 49 SOUTH, 39218. Phone: (601) 939-5100.
What are HOLMES COMPANY OF JACKSON INC's out-of-service rates?
HOLMES COMPANY OF JACKSON INC's driver out-of-service rate is 3.1%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 23.3% (national average: 20.72%).