HOWARD SHEPPARD BULK LLC
Book with caution — review signals below
No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking.
- 1 fatality on crash record 67 FMCSA-reportable crashes on file. Details →
Plain-text risk summary (print / paste)
TruckCodex risk summary — HOWARD SHEPPARD BULK LLC (USDOT 3002183) Verdict: CAUTION Book with caution — review signals below No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking. Authority / census status: Active Blockers: (none) Cautions: • 1 fatality on crash record — 67 FMCSA-reportable crashes on file. On file: • 1 active operating authority • Active insurance on file — HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY · 82 • BOC-3 process agent on file — ALLAMERICAN AGENTS OF PROCESS • Satisfactory FMCSA safety rating • OOS rate better than size peers Source: https://truckcodex.com/usdot/3002183/ As of: Jul 17, 2026 Always confirm on FMCSA SAFER and L&I before tendering — TruckCodex mirrors public filings and can lag by up to a day.
TruckCodex · compliance grade
Compliance grade A
Composite of 5/5 scored components (mean 94/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
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confidence 100% · 5/5 signals
Compliance grade A
Composite of 5/5 scored components (mean 94/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
Active census status with no OOS order or revoked authority on file.
Active insurance rows exist, but BIPD/Primary match is unclear — verify on L&I.
Driver OOS 0.5% vs peer median 1.5% (better). Vehicle OOS 11.7% vs peer median 17.8% (better). n=6005 same-size ACTIVE peers.
Official FMCSA Satisfactory safety rating.
No BMC-91 insurance-lapse watch classification on file for this USDOT.
TruckCodex compliance grade from authority, BIPD, peer OOS, FMCSA safety rating, and insurance-watch signals. Not legal advice. See methodology. Booking triage on this page: Caution.
Company profile
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InsuranceHUDSON INSURANCE COMPANYPolicy effective Jun 1, 2021
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Process AgentALLAMERICAN AGENTS OF PROCESSBOC-3 on file
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Operating AuthorityMC024679ACTIVE
Fleet details (MCS-150)
| Vehicle type | Owned | Term leased | Trip leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck tractors | 0 | 155 | 0 |
| Trailers | 0 | 300 | 0 |
Self-reported on the carrier’s Form MCS-150 (FMCSA Company Census).
Accident reports (24 months)
All 67 crashes →| Last 6 months | 6–12 months | 12–24 months | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fatalities | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Injuries | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Tow-away | 1 | 3 | 5 | 9 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 3 | 5 | 9 |
Reportable crashes from FMCSA MCMIS for the trailing 24 months. Counts may differ slightly from SAFER due to reporting lag.
Inspections (24 months)
All 604 inspections →| Driver | Vehicle | Hazmat | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspections | 337 | 337 | 22 |
| OOS inspections | 0 | 40 | 1 |
| OOS percentage | 0% | 11.87% | 4.55% |
| National average | 6.67% | 22.26% | 4.44% |
Roadside inspections in the last 24 months. National averages are FMCSA MCSAP reference rates (driver ~6.7%, vehicle ~23.4%, hazmat ~4.4%).
Carrier analysis & narrative context SEO summary, status notes, AI overview, and safety profiles
HOWARD SHEPPARD BULK LLC is a motor carrier based in SANDERSVILLE, GA, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 3002183. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, with a safety rating of Satisfactory. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 155 power units and 155 drivers, with 604 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 11.7%. Use this page to verify the carrier's authority and insurance, review its inspection and crash history, and cross-reference live data on FMCSA SAFER before booking a load or onboarding a partner.
HOWARD SHEPPARD BULK LLC is a large fleet, operating 155 power units and 155 drivers, based in Sandersville, GA. Across 365 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 10.7% out-of-service rate, with 11 reportable crashes. Operating authority is active for common.
365 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 67% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in GA (194) and SC (85), with Level 1 inspections the most common.
10.7% out-of-service rate; led by Vehicle Maintenance (67.0% of violations); top code 393.9(a) (Inoperable required lamps) cited 13 times, 4 of them OOS.
The fleet comprises 155 power units (large fleet) and 155 drivers; Polar mfg., Kenworth, and Volvo are the most-inspected makes.
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 6,005 ACTIVE carriers operating 77–233 power units (±50% of this carrier's 155 unit fleet).
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)
Violations by BASIC Category
Activity by State
| State | Inspections | OOS | OOS % | Last Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia (GA) | 174 | 18 | 10.3% | Jul 7, 2026 |
| South Carolina (SC) | 82 | 16 | 19.5% | Jul 6, 2026 |
| Florida (FL) | 17 | 2 | 11.8% | Jun 23, 2026 |
| North Carolina (NC) | 13 | 0 | 0.0% | Jun 10, 2026 |
| Tennessee (TN) | 13 | 0 | 0.0% | Nov 11, 2025 |
| Alabama (AL) | 9 | 0 | 0.0% | Jun 23, 2026 |
| US (US) | 7 | 2 | 28.6% | Nov 25, 2025 |
| Mississippi (MS) | 5 | 0 | 0.0% | Jun 12, 2026 |
| Wisconsin (WI) | 5 | 0 | 0.0% | Sep 9, 2025 |
| Minnesota (MN) | 2 | 0 | 0.0% | Mar 24, 2026 |
| Kentucky (KY) | 2 | 0 | 0.0% | Nov 21, 2025 |
| Ohio (OH) | 1 | 1 | 100.0% | Dec 4, 2025 |
| Louisiana (LA) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Apr 1, 2025 |
| South Dakota (SD) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Dec 11, 2025 |
| Michigan (MI) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Nov 14, 2024 |
| Illinois (IL) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Sep 23, 2025 |
| Virginia (VA) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Feb 24, 2026 |
| West Virginia (WV) | 1 | 1 | 100.0% | Jun 22, 2026 |
| Maryland (MD) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Aug 21, 2025 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
| BASIC | Inspections | Serious | Measure | Percentile | Alert | As Of |
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| Driver Fitness | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Controlled Substances / Alcohol | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Hours of Service | 8 | — | 0.07 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Unsafe Driving | 8 | — | 0.63 | 1 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 79 | — | 2.04 | 2 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
Higher percentiles indicate worse performance relative to peer carriers. Carriers at or above the FMCSA intervention threshold are marked ALERT.
Recent Inspections (604 rows) View all 604 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88354776 | Jul 7, 2026 | GA | 1 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 395.24 | No |
| 88326726 | Jul 6, 2026 | SC | 2 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 88267623 | Jun 26, 2026 | GA | 2 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 88238819 | Jun 23, 2026 | AL | 2 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 88236693 | Jun 23, 2026 | FL | 3 | — |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 88215580 | Jun 22, 2026 | WV | 2 | — |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 393.9A-LSLIWR | Yes |
| 88206083 | Jun 22, 2026 | GA | 1 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 88131377 | Jun 12, 2026 | MS | 1 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 88097158 | Jun 10, 2026 | NC | 1 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 88104197 | Jun 9, 2026 | MS | 1 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 393.9A-LHLI, 393.95F | No |
| 88053082 | Jun 3, 2026 | GA | 2 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87945515 | May 21, 2026 | GA | 2 | — |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87845161 | May 13, 2026 | AL | 1 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 393.47E, 393.53B-B | No |
| 87845845 | May 12, 2026 | GA | 2 | — |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 393.9A-LTSIR, 393.9A-HLLH, 393.9A-LSLI | No |
| 87838030 | May 12, 2026 | NC | 3 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87763576 | May 5, 2026 | AL | 2 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87722120 | Apr 29, 2026 | SC | 2 | BATESBURG SC |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87720450 | Apr 27, 2026 | GA | 2 | GROVETOWN GA |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 100B-C | Yes |
| 87718544 | Apr 27, 2026 | GA | 1 | ATLANTA GA |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 2-SLLLR | No |
| 87666802 | Apr 21, 2026 | GA | 3 | PEMBROKE GA |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 2-SLLEWA3 | No |
| 87644749 | Apr 20, 2026 | SC | 2 | BATESBURG SC |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87550857 | Apr 8, 2026 | GA | 3 | GENEVA GA |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLS3 | No |
| 87530028 | Apr 8, 2026 | SC | 2 | CLINTON SC |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87458402 | Apr 1, 2026 | SC | 2 | FORT MILL SC |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 392.2-SLLLR, 393.45B2-B-AIR | No |
| 87447283 | Mar 24, 2026 | MN | 1 | WEST LAKELAND MN |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 393.55C2-B, 178.345-8A5-HMP | No |
Recent Crashes (67 rows) View all 67 →
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AL0006628220 | Mar 18, 2026 | AL | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| GA0010154507 | Dec 2, 2025 | GA | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| GA0010004375 | Aug 7, 2025 | GA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| GA0009987247 | Jul 28, 2025 | GA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| SC0025264201 | Jul 18, 2025 | SC | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| SC0025539111 | Jul 16, 2025 | SC | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| SC0025210426 | Jun 9, 2025 | SC | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| GA0009823860 | Mar 19, 2025 | GA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| SC0025210550 | Jan 24, 2025 | SC | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| FL2630194904 | Jul 8, 2024 | FL | 0 | 1 | No | No | Injury |
| GA0009429988 | May 2, 2024 | GA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| GA0009211158 | Oct 30, 2023 | GA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| GA0009177678 | Oct 5, 2023 | GA | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| GA0009056780 | Jun 21, 2023 | GA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| SC0023252388 | Jun 9, 2023 | SC | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| GA0009029625 | Jun 1, 2023 | GA | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| GA0009013911 | May 18, 2023 | GA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| TN0103611038 | Mar 29, 2023 | TN | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| AL0003623516 | Mar 2, 2023 | AL | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| GA0008898454 | Feb 9, 2023 | GA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| FL2507950603 | Jan 20, 2023 | FL | 0 | 2 | Yes | No | Injury |
| GA0008871548 | Jan 3, 2023 | GA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| GA0008835605 | Dec 22, 2022 | GA | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| GA0008794956 | Nov 18, 2022 | GA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| GA0008670668 | Aug 29, 2022 | GA | 1 | 1 | Yes | No | Fatal |
Authority Records (1 docket)
MC Certificate Documents (1 PDF)
Authority Records (above) are FMCSA docket status and lifecycle events. MC Certificate Documents here are the archived PDF letters for each action — grants, reinstatements, revocations, name changes, and transfers. They are related but not the same dataset: one row per PDF letter, not one file per docket.
Click a row to open that specific letter. Multiple letters per docket are listed separately by action type and date.
Insurance Coverage Timeline (3 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Limit | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | HMB200145 | 82 | — | Jun 1, 2021 | On file | ACTIVE |
| HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | HMU200122-01 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jun 1, 2019 | Jun 1, 2021 | REPLACED |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP04493D | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 28, 2017 | Jun 1, 2019 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
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| PEMBROKE GA | GA | 45 | 4 |
| DARIEN GA | GA | 37 | 5 |
| GROVETOWN GA | GA | 31 | 4 |
| FORSYTH GA | GA | 17 | 2 |
| YULEE FL | FL | 16 | 1 |
| HIGH CRASH CORRIDOR | GA | 15 | 1 |
| SAVANNAH GA | GA | 13 | 1 |
| LEXINGTON SC | SC | 12 | 1 |
| SAVANNAH GA | US | 12 | 1 |
| ROADSIDE | AL | 11 | 1 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 28 | 9 |
| 393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | Vehicle Maintenance | 16 | 4 |
| 392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 14 | 0 |
| 393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | Vehicle Maintenance | 11 | 0 |
| 393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | Vehicle Maintenance | 9 | 9 |
| 395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | Hours of Service | 9 | 0 |
| 393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | Vehicle Maintenance | 8 | 1 |
| 393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 5 | 0 |
| 395.3(a)(3)(i) | 395.3(a)(3)(i) | Hours of Service | 5 | 0 |
| 395.30(b)(1) | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | Hours of Service | 4 | 0 |
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Docket MC024679
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HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY
82 policy on file
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GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
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ALLAMERICAN AGENTS OF PROCESS
BOC-3 process agent · 107,529 carriers served
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604 inspections
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67 reportable crashes
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