STEPHENS & SMITH CONSTRUCTION CO INC
USDOT 379421 • 1542 SOUTH 1ST, LINCOLN, NE, 68502
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-589492 | REVOKED | Apr 20, 2011 | Apr 20, 2011 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-ZD3387 | ON FILE | Apr 14, 2021 | Feb 1, 2026 |
Insurance History (2 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CPA 106 23 84 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2010 | Apr 14, 2021 |
| EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | 0E49701 | CANCELLED | Jan 25, 2007 | Apr 14, 2011 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-ZD3387 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2026 | Feb 1, 2026 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | CPA 106 23 84 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 14, 2021 | Apr 14, 2021 |
| CANCEL | EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | 0E49701 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 14, 2011 | Apr 14, 2011 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-589492 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (2 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC589492 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Apr 28, 2011 | — | Unknown |
| MC589492 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 31, 2007 | REVOKED | Apr 20, 2011 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Measures
BASIC measure values (lower = better). Percentile rankings not available for this carrier. Data from SMS snapshot Apr 5, 2026.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
4 states • 34 inspections
Violation Summary (44 violations from 34 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 9 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 6 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 2 | 2 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2IN | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.71(h) | License (CDL) - CDL or CLP holder possesses a valid medical certificate but is not on file with the issuing state driver's licensing agency as required | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(1) | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(1) | No valid CDL | 1 | 1 | 9 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b) | 390.21T(b) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.40 | Inadequate brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100(b) | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | 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 (34 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
13 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (13 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 26, 2024 | NE | INJURY | 0 | 3 | — | US-6 | ...189354 | STEPHENS AND SMITH CONSTRUCTION CO INC |
| Dec 11, 2023 | NE | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I-80 | ...455492 | STEPHENS AND SMITH CONSTRUCTION CO INC |
| Apr 28, 2023 | NE | TOW | 0 | 0 | OMAHA | 3906 S 144th St | ...228675 | STEPHENS AND SMITH CONSTRUCTION CO INC |
| Mar 7, 2023 | NE | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LINCOLN | STATE HWY 2 | ...555827 | STEPHENS AND SMITH CONSTRUCTION INC |
| Nov 16, 2021 | NE | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | US-6 & NE-370 / MILEPOST 348.9 | ...226346 | STEPHENS AND SMITH CONSTRUCTION INC |
| Jun 27, 2017 | NE | INJURY | 0 | 4 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 26, 2015 | NE | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 26, 2012 | NE | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 8, 2010 | NE | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 22, 2008 | ID | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 5, 2006 | NE | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 9, 2003 | NE | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 19, 1999 | NE | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
17 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records