JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: J E OWEN TRUCKING
USDOT
449018
MC Number
209217
Fleet Size
59
Total Drivers
39
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: September 27, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in FOREST, Virginia, operating 59 power units with 39 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 6.7% national average. They have 3 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 44 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 Virginia is 15.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.3% across 25,199 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
Inspections
44
Total
70%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Canal Insurance Company — eff. Oct 1, 2026
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company — eff. Oct 1, 2023
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Oct 2, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
3
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC (USDOT #449018) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC's safety record?
JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC has 44 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 3 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC operate?
JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC operates 59 power units with 39 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC transport hazardous materials?
No. JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC located?
JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC is based in FOREST, Virginia at 1091 BLACKWATER ROAD, 24551. Phone: (434) 525-2175.
What are JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC's out-of-service rates?
JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 21.1%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026.