KOCH FOODS LLC

AUTHORIZED
1826 CAPPELLA STREET, CHATTANOOGA, TN, 37408-1826|(423) 266-0351

USDOT

640137

MC Number

N/A

Fleet Size

232

Total Drivers

277

Last updated: March 14, 2026

Safety overview

KOCH FOODS LLC is a large interstate motor carrier based in CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, operating 232 power units with 277 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 5 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 15 crashes on file (8 with injuries). FMCSA records show 120 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
80%
HOS / Fatigue
77%
👤Driver Fitness
81%
Controlled Substances
93%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
83%

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 rate0.0%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate35.9%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Tennessee is 11.5% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.3% across 23,188 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

120

Total

75%

Driver %

Driver Inspections120
Vehicle Inspections39
Driver OOS Rate0.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate35.9%

Crash history

15

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes8
Tow Crashes14

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Frequently asked questions

Is KOCH FOODS LLC authorized to operate?

Yes. KOCH FOODS LLC (USDOT #640137) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is KOCH FOODS LLC's safety record?

KOCH FOODS LLC has 5 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 KOCH FOODS LLC operate?

KOCH FOODS LLC operates 232 power units with 277 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.

Does KOCH FOODS LLC transport hazardous materials?

No. KOCH FOODS LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is KOCH FOODS LLC located?

KOCH FOODS LLC is based in CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee at 1826 CAPPELLA STREET, 37408-1826. Phone: (423) 266-0351.

What are KOCH FOODS LLC's out-of-service rates?

KOCH FOODS LLC'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 35.9% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.