ZEMP INVESTMENTS LLC
USDOT 3336772 • DBA: ZEMP TRANSPORT • 307 CORONADO DR, KERRVILLE, TX, 78028
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-1064257 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Sep 3, 2024 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BBRCXLTTX011400_060588_01 | ON FILE | Feb 3, 2025 | Apr 26, 2025 |
Insurance History (9 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BBRCXLTTX011400_060588_01 | CANCELLED | Feb 3, 2025 | May 28, 2025 |
| TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BBRCXLTTX011400_060588_01 | REPLACED | Aug 31, 2024 | Feb 3, 2025 |
| CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AQ1YTX006576-01 | CANCELLED | Sep 22, 2023 | Aug 31, 2024 |
| CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AQ1YTX006576-01 | REPLACED | Aug 31, 2023 | Sep 22, 2023 |
| CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AQ1YTX006576-01 | CANCELLED | Aug 31, 2023 | Oct 23, 2023 |
| CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AQ1YTX006576-00 | CANCELLED | Aug 31, 2022 | Aug 31, 2023 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRB004342 | REPLACED | Nov 15, 2021 | Aug 31, 2022 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRB003791 | CANCELLED | Nov 15, 2020 | Nov 15, 2021 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FBCAT0467300 | CANCELLED | Nov 15, 2019 | Nov 15, 2020 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BBRCXLTTX011400_060588_01 | BIPD/Primary | May 28, 2025 | May 28, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BBRCXLTTX011400_060588_01 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 26, 2025 | Apr 26, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BBRCXLTTX011400_060588_01 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 3, 2025 | Feb 3, 2025 |
| CANCEL | CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | AQ1YTX006576-01 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 31, 2024 | Aug 31, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | AQ1YTX006576-01 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 23, 2023 | Oct 23, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | AQ1YTX006576-01 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 22, 2023 | Sep 22, 2023 |
| CANCEL | CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | AQ1YTX006576-00 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 31, 2023 | Aug 31, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRB004342 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 31, 2022 | Aug 31, 2022 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRB003791 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 15, 2021 | Nov 15, 2021 |
| CANCEL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | FBCAT0467300 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 15, 2020 | Nov 15, 2020 |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1064257 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 5, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 3, 2024 |
| MC1064257 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 4, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 30, 2023 |
| MC1064257 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 19, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 16, 2021 |
| MC1064257 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 19, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 17, 2020 |
| MC1064257 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 22, 2019 | — | 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 • 49 inspections
Violation Summary (169 violations from 49 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 30 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 11 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 8 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2W | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 7 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 6 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 6 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 5 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 4 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 3 | 0 | 8 | 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 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 3 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21(a) | Vehicle marking requirements | 3 | 0 | 3 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:172.516(c)(6) | Placard damaged deteriorated or obscured | 3 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55C2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(g) | 393.75(g) | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:172.200(a) | Hazmat shipping papers missing/inadequate | 2 | 0 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:180.415(b) | Cargo tank test or inspection markings | 2 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8K2-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have in possession RODS for the previous seven consecutive days and available for inspection while on duty | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHWS | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:177.817E | Placard deteriorated/damaged | 1 | 0 | 4 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.11TU | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11TL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203C | Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.7A-D | Driver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection or make use of required parts and accessories | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 1 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:180.407A | Cargo tank inspection/test not performed | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.209E | Power steering violations | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45DLUV | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24D | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45PC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BL | Brake system pressure loss | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9AA2 | 392.9AA2 | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(2) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a)(1)(i) | Emergency Equipment (HM) - No 10 B:C (or more) fire extinguisher for quantities of hazardous materials that requires placarding. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22(g) | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.9(a) | Operating without proper operating authority | 1 | 0 | 8 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(i) | 395.3(a)(3)(i) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.19 | Hazard warning signal inoperable | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:172.328(d) | Fail to mark manual remote shutoff device with Emergency Shutoff | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:173.33(a) | Cargo tank general requirements | 1 | 1 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:172.504(a) | Placarding - table 1 materials | 1 | 1 | 8 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:177.834(j) | Manholes and valves not closed or leak free | 1 | 1 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:177.817(e) | Placard deteriorated/damaged | 1 | 0 | 4 | Hazardous Materials |
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 (49 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
9 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (9 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 11, 2024 | ND | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | 37TH AVE NW | ...408754 | ZEMP INVESTMENTS LLC |
| Oct 15, 2024 | ND | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | 0028 | ...851734 | ZEMP TRANSPORT |
| Apr 20, 2024 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...650828 | ZEMP INVESTMENTS LLC |
| Oct 30, 2023 | ND | TOW | 0 | 0 | TIOGA | 0002 | ...172019 | ZEMP TRANSPORT |
| Sep 20, 2023 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | GODLEY | N 13600 2331 | ...785059 | ZEMP INVESTMENTS LLC |
| Jul 22, 2023 | ND | INJURY | 0 | 3 | — | 0002 | ...A10511 | ZEMP TRANSPORT |
| Sep 20, 2022 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...B94360 | ZEMP INVESTMENTS LLC |
| Jul 20, 2022 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | HAWLEY | US HWY 277 | ...331003 | ZEMP INVESTMENTS LLC |
| Oct 18, 2020 | TX | FATAL | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
20 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records