MCELROY TRUCK LINES INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
271424
MC Number
142680
Fleet Size
562
Total Drivers
562
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
MCELROY TRUCK LINES INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in CUBA, Alabama, operating 562 power units with 562 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 3 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.7% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 45 crashes on file (1 fatal, 16 with injuries). FMCSA records show 763 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 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
- 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
763
Total
68%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Feb 5, 2008
Cargo
HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Feb 5, 2008
Surety Bond
THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. — eff. Oct 1, 2013
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
45
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is MCELROY TRUCK LINES INC authorized to operate?
Yes. MCELROY TRUCK LINES INC (USDOT #271424) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is MCELROY TRUCK LINES INC's safety record?
MCELROY TRUCK LINES INC has 3 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 MCELROY TRUCK LINES INC operate?
MCELROY TRUCK LINES INC operates 562 power units with 562 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does MCELROY TRUCK LINES INC transport hazardous materials?
No. MCELROY TRUCK LINES INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is MCELROY TRUCK LINES INC located?
MCELROY TRUCK LINES INC is based in CUBA, Alabama at 111 HWY-80 SPUR, 36907. Phone: (205) 392-5579.
What are MCELROY TRUCK LINES INC's out-of-service rates?
MCELROY TRUCK LINES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.7%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 24.1% (national average: 20.72%).