THOMPSON CARRIERS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
523910
MC Number
263776
Fleet Size
203
Total Drivers
178
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 30, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
THOMPSON CARRIERS INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in OPELIKA, Alabama, operating 203 power units with 178 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 0.6% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 20 crashes on file (1 fatal, 8 with injuries). FMCSA records show 344 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 Alabama is 12.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.0% across 34,629 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
344
Total
56%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
National Interstate Insurance Company — eff. Apr 1, 2023
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
20
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is THOMPSON CARRIERS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for THOMPSON CARRIERS INC (USDOT #523910) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is THOMPSON CARRIERS INC's safety record?
THOMPSON CARRIERS INC has 344 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 20 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 THOMPSON CARRIERS INC operate?
THOMPSON CARRIERS INC operates 203 power units with 178 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does THOMPSON CARRIERS INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. THOMPSON CARRIERS INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is THOMPSON CARRIERS INC located?
THOMPSON CARRIERS INC is based in OPELIKA, Alabama at 1700 OLD COLUMBUS ROAD, 36804. Phone: (334) 745-0484.
What are THOMPSON CARRIERS INC's out-of-service rates?
THOMPSON CARRIERS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.6%, 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 6.0%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.