H BROWN INC
USDOT 280198 • 1678 HIGHWAY 190, EUNICE, LA, 70535
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 (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | BIPD/Primary | BAP-CX60138-11 | ON FILE | Oct 17, 2011 | Jul 1, 2012 |
| TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CARGO | BAP-CX60138-11 | ON FILE | Oct 17, 2011 | Oct 17, 2011 |
Insurance History (19 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CARGO | IMP-CX60138-11 | CANCELLED | Oct 17, 2011 | Sep 12, 2016 |
| TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CARGO | BAP-CX60138-11 | CANCELLED | Oct 17, 2011 | Nov 27, 2011 |
| TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CARGO | IMP-CX60138-11 | NAME CHANGED | Jul 1, 2011 | Oct 17, 2011 |
| TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | BIPD/Primary | BAP-CX60138-10 | NAME CHANGED | Jul 1, 2010 | Oct 17, 2011 |
| QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | QSILA0005055 | CANCELLED | Jul 1, 2009 | Jul 1, 2010 |
| QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | QSILA0001046 | CANCELLED | Jul 1, 2008 | Jul 1, 2009 |
| TORUS SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PSILA0002526 | CANCELLED | Jul 1, 2007 | Jul 1, 2008 |
| LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 1283763 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2006 | Jul 1, 2011 |
| LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 1283763 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2006 | Jul 1, 2006 |
| CLARENDON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | DSA018852 | CANCELLED | Jul 1, 2006 | Jul 1, 2007 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | SRSIMLA05-004 | CANCELLED | Jul 1, 2005 | Jul 1, 2006 |
| CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | DS0000029030 | CANCELLED | Jul 1, 2005 | Jul 1, 2006 |
| CLARENDON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | DSA011879 | CANCELLED | Jul 1, 2004 | Jul 1, 2005 |
| CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | DSA008770 | CANCELLED | Nov 21, 2003 | Jul 1, 2004 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | K0119141922206 | CANCELLED | Jul 1, 1997 | Aug 6, 1999 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AS719141922203 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 1997 | Nov 21, 2003 |
| GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CARGO | IMP 9593505 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 1996 | Jul 1, 1997 |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | BUA 10314222954(FAX) | REPLACED | Jul 1, 1994 | Jul 1, 1997 |
| BOSTON OLD COLONY INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | IMB-95 70 89 | CANCELLED | Apr 5, 1993 | Aug 11, 1996 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REVOKED | TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | IMP-CX60138-11 | CARGO | Sep 12, 2016 | Sep 12, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | BAP-CX60138-11 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2012 | Jul 1, 2012 |
| TERM/CANCL | TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | BAP-CX60138-11 | CARGO | Nov 27, 2011 | Nov 27, 2011 |
| NAMECHG | TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | BAP-CX60138-10 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 17, 2011 | Oct 17, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | BAP-CX60138-11 | CARGO | Oct 17, 2011 | Oct 17, 2011 |
| NAMECHG | TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | IMP-CX60138-11 | CARGO | Oct 17, 2011 | Oct 17, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | 1283763 | CARGO | Jul 1, 2011 | Jul 1, 2011 |
| CANCEL | QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | QSILA0005055 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2010 | Jul 1, 2010 |
| CANCEL | QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | QSILA0001046 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2009 | Jul 1, 2009 |
| CANCEL | TORUS SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | PSILA0002526 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2008 | Jul 1, 2008 |
| CANCEL | CLARENDON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | DSA018852 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2007 | Jul 1, 2007 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | SRSIMLA05-004 | CARGO | Jul 1, 2006 | Jul 1, 2006 |
| CANCEL | CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | DS0000029030 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2006 | Jul 1, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | 1283763 | CARGO | Jul 1, 2006 | Jul 1, 2006 |
| CANCEL | CLARENDON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | DSA011879 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2005 | Jul 1, 2005 |
| CANCEL | CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | DSA008770 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2004 | Jul 1, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | AS719141922203 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 21, 2003 | Nov 21, 2003 |
| CANCEL | LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | K0119141922206 | CARGO | Aug 6, 1999 | Aug 6, 1999 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | IMP 9593505 | CARGO | Jul 1, 1997 | Jul 1, 1997 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | BUA 10314222954(FAX) | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 1997 | Jul 1, 1997 |
| CANCEL | BOSTON OLD COLONY INSURANCE CO. | IMB-95 70 89 | CARGO | Aug 11, 1996 | Aug 11, 1996 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-240691 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-240691 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (11 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC240691 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Nov 1, 2011 | — | Unknown |
| MC240691 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Nov 1, 2011 | — | Unknown |
| MC240691 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 4, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 2, 2010 |
| MC240691 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 4, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 30, 2009 |
| MC240691 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 4, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 1, 2008 |
| MC240691 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 4, 2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 2, 2007 |
| MC240691 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 5, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 3, 2006 |
| MC240691 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 6, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 28, 2005 |
| MC240691 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 4, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 28, 2004 |
| MC240691 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 21, 1993 | REVOKED | Oct 3, 1996 |
| MC240691 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 21, 1993 | REVOKED | Oct 17, 2011 |
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
5 states • 31 inspections
Violation Summary (22 violations from 31 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.205A-WRBH | Wheel/rim defective | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.5B | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BOS | 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:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9(a)(2) | Failing to secure vehicle equipment | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
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 (31 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 14, 2025 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LAFAYETTE | US-90 | ...461272 | H BROWN INC |
| Mar 16, 2023 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL | US-90 | ...136898 | H BROWN INC |
| Feb 21, 2023 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | PINEVILLE | LA-28 | ...W68477 | H BROWN INC |
| Nov 17, 2022 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | RURAL | US-61 | ...372069 | H BROWN INC |
| Aug 25, 2020 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 19, 2019 | AR | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 2, 2017 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 24, 2016 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 5 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 19, 2016 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 19, 2015 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 15, 2014 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 26, 2014 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 6, 2013 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 21, 2013 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 20, 2010 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 5, 2007 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 14, 2006 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 21, 2006 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 24, 2005 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 26, 2004 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 1, 2003 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 31, 2003 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 22, 2000 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 1, 1999 | LA | FATAL | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 17, 1996 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
48 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 48 events