EFFINGHAM SC
Roadside inspection site in South Carolina • 147 inspections on record
About This Inspection Site
EFFINGHAM SC is a roadside inspection location in South Carolina where FMCSA-certified inspectors conduct safety inspections of commercial motor vehicles under the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP). This site has conducted 147 recorded inspections from Jan 1, 2020 to Mar 20, 2026.
A total of 124 unique carriers have been inspected at this site. The average number of violations per inspection is 1.0. The out-of-service rate is 6.1%, meaning a moderate number of inspected vehicles or drivers are placed out of service for safety deficiencies.
Inspections follow CVSA (Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance) North American Standard procedures and may include weight checks, credential verification, mechanical inspection, hours-of-service compliance review, and hazardous materials documentation checks. Vehicles or drivers that fail critical safety criteria are placed out of service until deficiencies are corrected.
The most frequently cited violation at this site is Speeding 1-5 mph over limit (Unsafe Driving) with 21 citations, followed by No proof of periodic inspection (8 citations). A total of 57 distinct violation codes have been cited at this location.
Inspection Level Breakdown
147 inspections by CVSA level
Top Violations
57 violation codes cited at this site (page 1 of 2)
| # | Code | Description | BASIC Category | Citations | OOS | OOS % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | Unsafe Driving | 21 | 0 | — |
| 2 | 396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | Vehicle Maintenance | 8 | 0 | — |
| 3 | 393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 7 | 0 | — |
| 4 | 393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 6 | 0 | — |
| 5 | 393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 5 | 0 | — |
| 6 | 392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | Unsafe Driving | 5 | 0 | — |
| 7 | 393.9A-LHWS | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 5 | 0 | — |
| 8 | 392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 5 | 0 | — |
| 9 | 393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | Vehicle Maintenance | 4 | 0 | — |
| 10 | 393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 4 | 0 | — |
| 11 | 393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 4 | 0 | — |
| 12 | 393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 0 | — |
| 13 | 392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 3 | 0 | — |
| 14 | 393.9A-LTSIR | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 0 | — |
| 15 | 393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 0 | — |
| 16 | 393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 3 | 100.0% |
| 17 | 392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 3 | 0 | — |
| 18 | 392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 2 | 0 | — |
| 19 | 393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 2 | 100.0% |
| 20 | 393.203C-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 | — |
| 21 | 393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 | — |
| 22 | 393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 | — |
| 23 | 393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 2 | 100.0% |
| 24 | 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 | — |
| 25 | 393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 | — |
| 26 | 393.205C-WRAWFLMIB | Wheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken. | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 | — |
| 27 | 393.11A1-LTNRV | Lighting devices/reflectors | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 | — |
| 28 | 393.11A1-LSML | Lighting devices/reflectors | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 | — |
| 29 | 392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 2 | 0 | — |
| 30 | 393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 | — |
| 31 | 393.203B-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab/body mounts loose/broken/missing | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 | — |
| 32 | 392.2-SLTFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 1 | 0 | — |
| 33 | 383.23A2-LCDLNP | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV while not in possession of a CDL on person | Driver Fitness | 1 | 0 | — |
| 34 | 383.51A-LCDLRSWD | CDL disqualification - major offense | Driver Fitness | 1 | 0 | — |
| 35 | 396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 | — |
| 36 | 393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 | — |
| 37 | 393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 | — |
| 38 | 393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 | — |
| 39 | 393.11A1-LSLM | Lighting devices/reflectors | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 | — |
| 40 | 393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 | — |
| 41 | 393.11A1-LIL | Lighting devices/reflectors | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 | — |
| 42 | 393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 | — |
| 43 | 393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 | — |
| 44 | 393.67C7V-F | Tires - other defects | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 | — |
| 45 | 392.2-SLLEWG2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 1 | 0 | — |
| 46 | 395.8E-HOSPDOOS | False record of duty status | Hours of Service | 1 | 1 | 100.0% |
| 47 | 393.30-B | Battery improperly secured | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 | — |
| 48 | 396.3A1-OAL | Other - Any air leak not attributed to the brake or suspension system. | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 | — |
| 49 | 390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | General/Admin | 1 | 0 | — |
| 50 | 393.75A1-TEPBM | Tires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 | — |
Top Carriers Inspected
20 most frequently inspected carriers at this site
| # | Carrier | USDOT | State | Inspections |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | HRF HAULING LLC | 3996093 | SC | 4 |
| 2 | PALMETTO CORP OF CONWAY | 662307 | SC | 3 |
| 3 | PE-DEE READY MIX INC | 2297289 | SC | 3 |
| 4 | WCDE LLC | 4112151 | PA | 3 |
| 5 | TIDEWATER TRANSIT CO INC | 90882 | NC | 3 |
| 6 | ESTES EXPRESS LINES | 121018 | VA | 2 |
| 7 | IIWII LLC | 2992000 | SC | 2 |
| 8 | LARRIMORE LOGGING LLC | 3140264 | SC | 2 |
| 9 | BILL AMERSON TRUCKING INC | 63372 | SC | 2 |
| 10 | J C WITHERSPOON JR INC | 574639 | SC | 2 |
| 11 | BAKER TRANSPORTATION LLC | 4121773 | SC | 2 |
| 12 | RAY A DANIELS | 1871297 | SC | 2 |
| 13 | LEO LAMBERT LOGGING INC | 2188159 | SC | 2 |
| 14 | SOUTHERN WELDERS SUPPLY COMPANY INC | 568456 | SC | 2 |
| 15 | CAPITAL WASTE SERVICES LLC | 2986613 | SC | 2 |
| 16 | WHITE TIMBER TRUCKING LLC | 2391558 | SC | 2 |
| 17 | HICKS LOGGING OF SC LLC | 1521375 | SC | 2 |
| 18 | STEEL TECHNOLOGIES LLC | 91995 | KY | 1 |
| 19 | RICKS EXCAVATING SERVICES LLC | 2195838 | SC | 1 |
| 20 | ILIM EXPRESS INC | 3449311 | IL | 1 |
Recent Inspections
147 inspections at this site (page 1 of 6)