J A DEVOS AND SONS INC
USDOT 179210 • 2263 GREENBUSH ROAD, NORTH FERRISBURGH, VT, 05473
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HDI GLOBAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | EAGCT000067015 | ON FILE | Sep 14, 2015 | Sep 15, 2016 |
| HDI GLOBAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Excess | EXAGT000067015 | ON FILE | Sep 14, 2015 | Sep 15, 2016 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | CARGO | QT660-0774C692-TIL-05 | ON FILE | Nov 8, 2005 | Dec 14, 2018 |
Insurance History (28 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HDI GLOBAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | EAGCT000067015 | REPLACED | Sep 14, 2015 | Sep 14, 2016 |
| HDI-GERLING AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | EAGCT000067013 | REPLACED | Sep 14, 2013 | Sep 14, 2015 |
| HDI-GERLING AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | EAGCT000067013 | CANCELLED | Sep 14, 2013 | Aug 21, 2016 |
| HDI-GERLING AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Excess | EXAGT000067013 | REPLACED | Sep 14, 2013 | Sep 14, 2015 |
| HDI-GERLING AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Excess | EXAGT000067013 | CANCELLED | Sep 14, 2013 | Aug 21, 2016 |
| HDI-GERLING AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | EAGCT000067013 | REPLACED | Sep 14, 2013 | Sep 14, 2013 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GLA9240367 | REPLACED | Jun 26, 2013 | Sep 14, 2013 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GLA9240367 | REPLACED | Nov 8, 2011 | Jun 26, 2013 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GLA919547400 | REPLACED | Nov 8, 2010 | Nov 8, 2011 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GLA9451038 | CANCELLED | Nov 8, 2009 | Dec 4, 2010 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GLA9451038 | REPLACED | Nov 8, 2009 | Nov 8, 2010 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CL672292 | CANCELLED | Nov 8, 2008 | Nov 8, 2009 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CL671849 | CANCELLED | Nov 8, 2007 | Nov 8, 2008 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CL671263 | CANCELLED | Nov 8, 2006 | Nov 8, 2007 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CL670786 | REPLACED | Nov 8, 2005 | Nov 8, 2006 |
| ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | IM06906406 | REPLACED | Nov 18, 2004 | Nov 8, 2004 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 457036 | CANCELLED | Nov 8, 2004 | Nov 8, 2005 |
| ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | IM06906406 | REPLACED | Nov 8, 2004 | Nov 8, 2005 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 429598 | CANCELLED | Nov 8, 2003 | Nov 8, 2004 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 389425 | CANCELLED | Nov 8, 2002 | Nov 8, 2003 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 376227 | CANCELLED | Nov 8, 2001 | Nov 8, 2002 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 360297 | CANCELLED | Nov 8, 2000 | Nov 8, 2001 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CL434518 | REPLACED | Nov 8, 1998 | Nov 8, 2000 |
| THE CONNECTICUT INDEMNITY CO. | CARGO | MT910626 | CANCELLED | Nov 8, 1997 | Nov 8, 2004 |
| THE CONNECTICUT INDEMNITY CO. | CARGO | MT 90-63-91 | REPLACED | Aug 17, 1996 | Nov 8, 1997 |
| THE CONNECTICUT INDEMNITY CO. | CARGO | MT 90-63-91 | CANCELLED | Aug 17, 1996 | Jan 1, 1998 |
| THE RELIANCE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | M7723513 | REPLACED | Aug 17, 1992 | Aug 17, 1996 |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | EAA-5400504 RA | REPLACED | Nov 8, 1986 | Nov 8, 1998 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT660-0774C692-TIL-05 | CARGO | Dec 14, 2018 | Dec 14, 2018 |
| CANCEL | HDI GLOBAL INSURANCE COMPANY | EXAGT000067015 | BIPD/Excess | Sep 15, 2016 | Sep 15, 2016 |
| TERM/CANCL | HDI GLOBAL INSURANCE COMPANY | EAGCT000067015 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 15, 2016 | Sep 15, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | HDI GLOBAL INSURANCE COMPANY | EAGCT000067015 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 14, 2016 | Sep 14, 2016 |
| TERM/CANCL | HDI-GERLING AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | EAGCT000067013 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 21, 2016 | Aug 21, 2016 |
| TERM/CANCL | HDI-GERLING AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | EXAGT000067013 | BIPD/Excess | Aug 21, 2016 | Aug 21, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | HDI-GERLING AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | EXAGT000067013 | BIPD/Excess | Sep 14, 2015 | Sep 14, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | HDI-GERLING AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | EAGCT000067013 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 14, 2015 | Sep 14, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | HDI-GERLING AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | EAGCT000067013 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 14, 2013 | Sep 14, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | GLA9240367 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 14, 2013 | Sep 14, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | GLA9240367 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2013 | Jun 26, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | GLA919547400 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 2011 | Nov 8, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | GLA9451038 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 4, 2010 | Dec 4, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | GLA9451038 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 2010 | Nov 8, 2010 |
| CANCEL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL672292 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 2009 | Nov 8, 2009 |
| CANCEL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL671849 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 2008 | Nov 8, 2008 |
| CANCEL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL671263 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 2007 | Nov 8, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL670786 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 2006 | Nov 8, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | IM06906406 | CARGO | Nov 8, 2005 | Nov 8, 2005 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 457036 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 2005 | Nov 8, 2005 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 429598 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 2004 | Nov 8, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | IM06906406 | CARGO | Nov 8, 2004 | Nov 8, 2004 |
| CANCEL | THE CONNECTICUT INDEMNITY CO. | MT910626 | CARGO | Nov 8, 2004 | Nov 8, 2004 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 389425 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 2003 | Nov 8, 2003 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 376227 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 2002 | Nov 8, 2002 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 360297 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 2001 | Nov 8, 2001 |
| TERM/REPL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL434518 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 2000 | Nov 8, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | EAA-5400504 RA | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 1998 | Nov 8, 1998 |
| TERM/CANCL | THE CONNECTICUT INDEMNITY CO. | MT 90-63-91 | CARGO | Jan 1, 1998 | Jan 1, 1998 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CONNECTICUT INDEMNITY CO. | MT 90-63-91 | CARGO | Nov 8, 1997 | Nov 8, 1997 |
| TERM/REPL | THE RELIANCE INSURANCE CO. | M7723513 | CARGO | Aug 17, 1996 | Aug 17, 1996 |
Authority Action History (20 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC199175 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 19, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 6, 2016 |
| MC199175 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 19, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 6, 2016 |
| MC199175 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 25, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 2, 2016 |
| MC199175 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 25, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 2, 2016 |
| MC199175 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 13, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 29, 2009 |
| MC199175 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 13, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 29, 2009 |
| MC199175 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 14, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 17, 2008 |
| MC199175 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 14, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 17, 2008 |
| MC199175 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 12, 2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 30, 2007 |
| MC199175 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 12, 2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 30, 2007 |
| MC199175 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 12, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 7, 2005 |
| MC199175 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 12, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 7, 2005 |
| MC199175 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 12, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 5, 2004 |
| MC199175 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 12, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 5, 2004 |
| MC199175 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 12, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 15, 2004 |
| MC199175 | PROPERTY BROKER | DISMISSED | Aug 20, 1994 | — | Unknown |
| MC199175 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 10, 1994 | — | Unknown |
| MC199175 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 10, 1994 | — | Unknown |
| MC199175 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 17, 1989 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC199175 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Oct 7, 1987 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
3 states • 42 inspections
Violation Summary (47 violations from 42 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 7 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 6 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 4 | 3 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:178.345-8A5-HMP | HM (Packaging) - DOT 406/407/412 minimum road clearance. | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:173.24B1-HMBPMC | HM (Bulk Packages) - HM/DG leaking from a bulk package (including associated piping) | 1 | 1 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.8 | Failing to inspect/use emergency equipment | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.41 | No or defective parking brake system on CMV | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(c) | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.51 | Steering wheel free play excessive | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | 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 (42 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
10 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (10 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 22, 2025 | VT | TOW | 0 | 0 | ESSEX | 42-54 College Pkwy | ...H69298 | J A DEVOS AND SONS INC |
| Jan 27, 2022 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | Ref Marker: | ...343314 | J A DEVOS AND SONS INC |
| Sep 8, 2017 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 8, 2016 | VT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 13, 2006 | VT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 12, 2004 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 20, 1999 | VT | INJURY | 0 | 5 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 11, 1997 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 27, 1995 | VT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 6, 1992 | VT | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
43 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 43 events