SOUTHERN METAL RECYCLING INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
91543
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
9
Total Drivers
5
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
SOUTHERN METAL RECYCLING INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in WILMINGTON, North Carolina, operating 9 power units with 5 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 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 25 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
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 North Carolina is 12.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.1% across 50,491 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
25
Total
56%
Driver %
Insurance on file
No insurance records on file with FMCSA.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SOUTHERN METAL RECYCLING INC authorized to operate?
Yes. SOUTHERN METAL RECYCLING INC (USDOT #91543) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is SOUTHERN METAL RECYCLING INC's safety record?
SOUTHERN METAL RECYCLING INC 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 SOUTHERN METAL RECYCLING INC operate?
SOUTHERN METAL RECYCLING INC operates 9 power units with 5 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does SOUTHERN METAL RECYCLING INC transport hazardous materials?
No. SOUTHERN METAL RECYCLING INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is SOUTHERN METAL RECYCLING INC located?
SOUTHERN METAL RECYCLING INC is based in WILMINGTON, North Carolina at 2923 US HWY 421 N, 28401. Phone: (910) 762-9619.
What are SOUTHERN METAL RECYCLING INC's out-of-service rates?
SOUTHERN METAL RECYCLING 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 45.0% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.