STEPHENS PIPE & STEEL LLC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
280534
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
209
Total Drivers
124
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
STEPHENS PIPE & STEEL LLC is a large interstate motor carrier based in RUSSELL SPRINGS, Kentucky, operating 209 power units with 124 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 3.4% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 11 crashes on file (5 with injuries). FMCSA records show 356 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 Kentucky is 10.4% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 26.1% across 41,831 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Private (Property)
- 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
356
Total
63%
Driver %
Insurance on file
No insurance records on file with FMCSA.
Crash history
11
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is STEPHENS PIPE & STEEL LLC authorized to operate?
Yes. STEPHENS PIPE & STEEL LLC (USDOT #280534) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is STEPHENS PIPE & STEEL LLC's safety record?
STEPHENS PIPE & STEEL LLC 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 STEPHENS PIPE & STEEL LLC operate?
STEPHENS PIPE & STEEL LLC operates 209 power units with 124 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does STEPHENS PIPE & STEEL LLC transport hazardous materials?
No. STEPHENS PIPE & STEEL LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is STEPHENS PIPE & STEEL LLC located?
STEPHENS PIPE & STEEL LLC is based in RUSSELL SPRINGS, Kentucky at 2224 HWY 619, 42642. Phone: (800) 451-2612.
What are STEPHENS PIPE & STEEL LLC's out-of-service rates?
STEPHENS PIPE & STEEL LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 3.4%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 21.2% (national average: 20.72%).