BENEDUM & SONS INC
USDOT 1009105 • DBA: BSI WELL SERVICE • 1734 RACCOON RUN RD, SALEM, WV, 26426
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals1 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEY RISK INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BAP2032931-13 | ON FILE | Sep 3, 2023 | Sep 3, 2025 |
Insurance History (7 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEY RISK INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BAP2032931-10 | REPLACED | Sep 3, 2020 | Sep 3, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | BIPD/Primary | 02TRM034542-02 | REPLACED | Jun 3, 2020 | Sep 3, 2020 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | BIPD/Primary | 02TRM034542-02 | CANCELLED | Jun 3, 2020 | Oct 10, 2020 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | BIPD/Primary | 02TRM034542-01 | CANCELLED | Jan 13, 2020 | Jun 3, 2020 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | BIPD/Primary | 02TRM034542-01 | REPLACED | Jun 3, 2019 | Jan 13, 2020 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA3810107 | CANCELLED | Oct 3, 2018 | Jun 3, 2019 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 3810107 | CANCELLED | May 22, 2017 | Oct 3, 2018 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | KEY RISK INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP2032931-13 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 3, 2025 | Sep 3, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | KEY RISK INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP2032931-10 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 3, 2023 | Sep 3, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | 02TRM034542-02 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 10, 2020 | Oct 10, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | 02TRM034542-02 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 3, 2020 | Sep 3, 2020 |
| CANCEL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | 02TRM034542-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 3, 2020 | Jun 3, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | 02TRM034542-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 13, 2020 | Jan 13, 2020 |
| CANCEL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA3810107 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 3, 2019 | Jun 3, 2019 |
| CANCEL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 3810107 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 3, 2018 | Oct 3, 2018 |
Authority Action History (10 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC027036 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 14, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 18, 2020 |
| MC027036 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 14, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 18, 2020 |
| MC027036 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 7, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 4, 2020 |
| MC027036 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 7, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 4, 2020 |
| MC027036 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 7, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 4, 2019 |
| MC027036 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 7, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 4, 2019 |
| MC027036 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 6, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 19, 2018 |
| MC027036 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 6, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 19, 2018 |
| MC027036 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Aug 7, 2017 | — | Unknown |
| MC027036 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Aug 7, 2017 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Measures
BASIC measure values (lower = better). Percentile rankings not available for this carrier. Data from SMS snapshot Apr 5, 2026.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
10 states • 128 inspections
Violation Summary (113 violations from latest 100 of 128 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 13 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 7 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 7 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 2 | 2 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 2 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 2 | 2 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:178.345-14(c) | DOT406/407/412 specification plate | 2 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.134B-CRHLC | Cargo securement - large boulders | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41APC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.207C-SLB | Suspension - 25% or more of the leaves in a spring assembly are broken | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207F-SLAS | Suspension - Leaking 3 PSI in 5 minutes | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:177.823A-HMPMCNP | Movement of damaged hazmat packages | 1 | 1 | 9 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.41A-MCPC | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104F3-C | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-TAOCV | Tires - All others in contact with a part of the vehicle | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:172.516C6-HMPMC | HM (Placarding) - Failure to maintain placard(s) in a condition so that the format legibility color and visibility of the placard will not be substantially red | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-AASGMD-L6 | Any of the slider-guide/hold-down brackets are missing or disengaged. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209D | Wheel fasteners loose/missing | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43(d) | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.81 | Horn inoperable | 1 | 0 | 2 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(e) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-OOS | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11(a)(1) | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.134 | Cargo securement - large boulders | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:172.201(d) | Hazmat shipping paper format incorrect | 1 | 0 | 4 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:172.202(a)(2) | Hazmat description incomplete | 1 | 0 | 5 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:107.601 | 107.601 | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown |
| FMCSR:387.7(a) | No proof of financial responsibility | 1 | 0 | 8 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.110 | Cargo securement - logs | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100(b) | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(1) | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(g) | 393.75(g) | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.25(e) | Lamps on rear of CMV obscured by load | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (128 inspections)
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Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
16 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (16 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 16, 2025 | WV | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BURNSVILLE | I-79 MP 76 | ...026569 | BENEDUM & SONS INC |
| Oct 4, 2025 | WV | FATAL | 1 | 0 | BLACKSVILLE | COUNTY RT 15, CROSSROADS RD | ...037928 | BENEDUM & SONS INC |
| May 23, 2025 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | GETTYSBURG | ROUTE 0015 S | ...688574 | BENEDUM & SONS INC |
| Mar 27, 2025 | WV | INJURY | 0 | 2 | JANE LEW | COUNTY RT 7/00 | ...163309 | BSI WELL SERVICE |
| Aug 29, 2024 | WV | TOW | 0 | 0 | MORGANTOWN | I-79 MP 148 | ...029828 | BENEDUM & SONS INC |
| Mar 6, 2024 | WV | INJURY | 0 | 1 | CLARKSBURG | US RT 50 MP 81, I-79 | ...014370 | BSI WELL SERVICE |
| Dec 1, 2022 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | EAST FINLEY TOWNSHIP | ROUTE 0231 N | ...002750 | BSI WELL SERVICE |
| Oct 31, 2022 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | PITTSBURGH CITY | INTERSTATE 0376 E | ...006418 | BENEDUM & SONS INC |
| Oct 23, 2021 | WV | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | WV RT 23 | ...002750 | BSI WELL SERVICE |
| Aug 2, 2021 | WV | TOW | 0 | 0 | MOUNDSVILLE | WV RT 002 | ...009610 | BSI WELL SERVICE |
| Jul 12, 2021 | WV | TOW | 0 | 0 | SISTERSVILLE | WV RT 18 | ...029828 | BSI WELL SERVICE |
| May 24, 2020 | WV | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 30, 2020 | WV | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 9, 2020 | MD | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 9, 2019 | WV | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 9, 2017 | WV | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
26 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 26 events