SUMTER UTILITIES INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
278298
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
1211
Total Drivers
1391
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
SUMTER UTILITIES INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in SUMTER, South Carolina, operating 1211 power units with 1391 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 2.6% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 6 crashes on file (1 fatal, 2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 38 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 South Carolina is 12.5% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 35.5% across 22,987 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
38
Total
61%
Driver %
Insurance on file
No insurance records on file with FMCSA.
Crash history
6
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SUMTER UTILITIES INC authorized to operate?
Yes. SUMTER UTILITIES INC (USDOT #278298) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is SUMTER UTILITIES INC's safety record?
SUMTER UTILITIES INC has 38 inspections on file and 6 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 SUMTER UTILITIES INC operate?
SUMTER UTILITIES INC operates 1211 power units with 1391 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does SUMTER UTILITIES INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. SUMTER UTILITIES INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is SUMTER UTILITIES INC located?
SUMTER UTILITIES INC is based in SUMTER, South Carolina at 1151 N PIKE WEST, 29153. Phone: (803) 469-8585.
What are SUMTER UTILITIES INC's out-of-service rates?
SUMTER UTILITIES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 2.6%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 25.0% (national average: 20.72%).