BIG HORN EXPRESS TRUCKING LLC
USDOT 2833379 • 1205 WHEELERS RIDGE RD, BEDFORD, VA, 24523
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
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-947444 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Mar 6, 2026 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT1612810463 | ON FILE | Jul 14, 2024 | Mar 6, 2026 |
Insurance History (13 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LFO0006631 | CANCELLED | Jul 14, 2023 | Jul 14, 2024 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 506-9057607 | REPLACED | Jun 5, 2023 | Jul 14, 2023 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 506-9057607 | CANCELLED | Apr 26, 2023 | Jul 5, 2023 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 506-9057607 | REPLACED | Apr 26, 2023 | Jun 5, 2023 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 506-9057607 | REPLACED | Mar 31, 2023 | Apr 26, 2023 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 506-9057607 | CANCELLED | Mar 31, 2023 | May 26, 2023 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 506-9057607 | CANCELLED | Mar 2, 2023 | Apr 28, 2023 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 506-9057607 | REPLACED | Mar 2, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 506-9057607 | CANCELLED | Dec 31, 2022 | Mar 29, 2023 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 506-9057607 | REPLACED | Dec 31, 2022 | Mar 2, 2023 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0095027002 | REPLACED | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2022 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0095027001 | REPLACED | Dec 31, 2017 | Dec 31, 2021 |
| PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 2821790 | REPLACED | Dec 31, 2015 | Dec 31, 2017 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT1612810463 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 6, 2026 | Mar 6, 2026 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | LFO0006631 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 14, 2024 | Jul 14, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 506-9057607 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 14, 2023 | Jul 14, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 506-9057607 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 5, 2023 | Jul 5, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 506-9057607 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 5, 2023 | Jun 5, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 506-9057607 | BIPD/Primary | May 26, 2023 | May 26, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 506-9057607 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 28, 2023 | Apr 28, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 506-9057607 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 26, 2023 | Apr 26, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 506-9057607 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 31, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 506-9057607 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 29, 2023 | Mar 29, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 506-9057607 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 2, 2023 | Mar 2, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0095027002 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0095027001 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 2821790 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 31, 2017 | Dec 31, 2017 |
Authority Action History (4 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC947444 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 9, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 6, 2026 |
| MC947444 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 17, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 15, 2024 |
| MC947444 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 2, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 3, 2023 |
| MC947444 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 8, 2016 | — | 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
20 states • 71 inspections
Violation Summary (158 violations from 71 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 11 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 9 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E1PC-OOS | HOS - False record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Driver improperly used Personal Conveyance | 7 | 7 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 5 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 4 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 0 | 7 | 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 | 3 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 3 | 3 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 3 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 3 | 3 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24(d) | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22H1-ELDNUM | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - No user's manual for the driver describing how to operate the ELD. (May be electronic) | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22H2-ELDNISDT | HOS (ELD) Driver failing to have instruction sheet describing the data transfer mechanisms supported by the ELD and step-by-step instructions for the driver to pr | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-F | Fuel - Dripping leak. | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203C-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207A-SAPPAS | Suspension defective | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-ALATR | Air Brake - Any leak from an air tank reservoir. | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A1-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time | 2 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 2 | 2 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a)(1) | 391.41(a)(1) | 2 | 2 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22H3-ELDMF | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have an instruction sheet for the driver describing ELD malfunction reporting requirements and recordkeeping proce | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-OAL | Other - Any air leak not attributed to the brake or suspension system. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51A-NSOUT | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LHLM | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LFTSM | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LSML | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.7A-UOC | Unsafe operations - general | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TFL | Tires - Front leaking or inflation 50% or less than of the maximum inflation pressure | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205A-WRTC | Wheel/rim defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.65C-FNS | Tires - flat/audibly leaking | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-CDLME | Coupling - Semi-Trailer loose mounting missing or ineffective fasteners or insecure latch (excluding fifth wheel and pintle hooks) | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A-VURB | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 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:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.207B-AALPME-OOS | Frame cracked/broken/sagging | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.22A-D | Emergency warning devices not displayed | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8F11 | 395.8F11 | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.80A | Exhaust system defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-TFCV | Tires - Front in contact with a part of the vehicle | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203E-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab front bumper missing/not secured/protruding | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201B-FR | Frame - Cab or body mounts loose/broken/missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BI-SA | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | 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:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.80(a) | Using a hand-held mobile telephone | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:387.303(b)(4) | 387.303(b)(4) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8 | Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.43A-TPV | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.33 | Operating CMV with obstructed driver view | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22(g) | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(4) | Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24(c)(2)(ii) | Driver failed to manually add the trailer number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24(c)(2)(iii) | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(2) | Driving beyond 11-hour driving limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(i) | 395.3(a)(3)(i) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22(a) | Emergency warning devices not displayed | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(5) | Not physically qualified | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51(a) | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(2) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | 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 (71 inspections)
Showing 50 of 71
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
8 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (8 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 20, 2025 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | Not Reported | SOUTHBOUND INTERSTATE 81 AT 1 MILE N OF SMITHLAND | ...FX1441 | BIG HORN EXPRESS TRUCKING LLC |
| Sep 22, 2025 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | OLMSTED (TOWNSHIP OF) | IR 80 | ...BR7286 | BIG HORN EXPRESS TRUCKING LLC, |
| Jan 10, 2025 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I 85 NB NEAR SR 63 MARTIN BRIDGE ROAD | ...KT0928 | BIG HORN EXPRESS TRUCKING LLC |
| Sep 18, 2023 | WV | INJURY | 0 | 1 | JONES SPRINGS | COUNTY RT 15, TUSCARORA PIKE | ...549376 | BIG HORN EXPRESS TRUCKING LLC |
| Mar 14, 2023 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | MARIETTA | I 75 S AT AFTER CANTON RD | ...549376 | BIG HORN EXPRESS TRUCKING LLC |
| Feb 3, 2022 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | DOTHAN | Ross Clark Circle | ...284266 | BIG HORN EXPRESS TRUCKING LLC |
| Aug 28, 2021 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | SALEM | I-81 NORTH | ...FS4883 | BIG HORN EXPRESS TRUCKING LLC |
| Jan 25, 2019 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Enforcement Actions
1 closed case — FMCSA civil penalties
1 Enforcement Case
| Case Number | Closed Date | Violation Code(s) | Settlement | Subject Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VA-2024-0014-VA4299 | Dec 19, 2023 | 396.3(b) | $800 | Carrier |
Compliance Timeline
24 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records