UNIVERSAL STEEL INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
394253
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
5
Total Drivers
3
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
UNIVERSAL STEEL INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in LITHONIA, Georgia, operating 5 power units with 3 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 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 4 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 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
- Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
4
Total
67%
Driver %
Insurance on file
No insurance records on file with FMCSA.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is UNIVERSAL STEEL INC authorized to operate?
Yes. UNIVERSAL STEEL INC (USDOT #394253) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is UNIVERSAL STEEL INC's safety record?
UNIVERSAL STEEL INC has 4 inspections on file and 1 crash 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 UNIVERSAL STEEL INC operate?
UNIVERSAL STEEL INC operates 5 power units with 3 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does UNIVERSAL STEEL INC transport hazardous materials?
No. UNIVERSAL STEEL INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is UNIVERSAL STEEL INC located?
UNIVERSAL STEEL INC is based in LITHONIA, Georgia at 2400 S STONE MTN LITHONIA RD, 30058-5226. Phone: (770) 482-5601.
What are UNIVERSAL STEEL INC's out-of-service rates?
UNIVERSAL STEEL INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 50.0% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.