SOUTHERN MARYLAND TOWING INC

AUTHORIZED
16480 THREE NOTCH RD, RIDGE, MD, 20680|(301) 737-1611

USDOT

550194

MC Number

157986

Fleet Size

11

Total Drivers

9

Last updated: March 16, 2026

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Safety overview

SOUTHERN MARYLAND TOWING INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in RIDGE, Maryland, operating 11 power units with 9 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 3.2% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 31 inspections for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

Under review

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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.

Driver OOS rate3.2%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate6.7%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Maryland is 13.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 25.4% across 42,394 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

31

Total

51%

Driver %

Driver Inspections31
Vehicle Inspections30
Driver OOS Rate3.2%
Vehicle OOS Rate6.7%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

AMERISURE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jun 5, 2024

$1,000,000ACTIVE

Cargo

Not on file

Surety Bond

MERCHANTS NATIONAL BONDING, INC — eff. May 9, 2023

On fileACTIVE

Trust Fund

Not on file

Crash history

1

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes1
Tow Crashes1

Frequently asked questions

Is SOUTHERN MARYLAND TOWING INC authorized to operate?

Yes. SOUTHERN MARYLAND TOWING INC (USDOT #550194) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is SOUTHERN MARYLAND TOWING INC's safety record?

SOUTHERN MARYLAND TOWING INC has 31 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 SOUTHERN MARYLAND TOWING INC operate?

SOUTHERN MARYLAND TOWING INC operates 11 power units with 9 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does SOUTHERN MARYLAND TOWING INC transport hazardous materials?

No. SOUTHERN MARYLAND TOWING INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is SOUTHERN MARYLAND TOWING INC located?

SOUTHERN MARYLAND TOWING INC is based in RIDGE, Maryland at 16480 THREE NOTCH RD, 20680. Phone: (301) 737-1611.

What are SOUTHERN MARYLAND TOWING INC's out-of-service rates?

SOUTHERN MARYLAND TOWING INC's driver out-of-service rate is 3.2%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 6.7% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.