SHEPHERD ENERGY SERVICES LLC
USDOT 3827862 • 508 N GRANDVIEW, ODESSA, TX, 79761
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-1387480 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Aug 12, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRISURA SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FFP10842024 | ON FILE | Aug 12, 2024 | Aug 12, 2025 |
Insurance History (3 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CH01-0001747-01 | REPLACED | Aug 12, 2023 | Aug 12, 2024 |
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CH01-0001747-01 | CANCELLED | Aug 12, 2023 | Aug 16, 2024 |
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CH01-0000393-01 | REPLACED | Aug 12, 2022 | Aug 12, 2023 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | TRISURA SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | FFP10842024 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 12, 2025 | Aug 12, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CH01-0001747-01 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 16, 2024 | Aug 16, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CH01-0001747-01 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 12, 2024 | Aug 12, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CH01-0000393-01 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 12, 2023 | Aug 12, 2023 |
Authority Action History (3 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1387480 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 16, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 12, 2025 |
| MC1387480 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 22, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 12, 2024 |
| MC1387480 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Aug 23, 2022 | — | 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
2 states • 167 inspections
Violation Summary (478 violations from latest 100 of 167 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 53 | 4 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2W | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 38 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 32 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 26 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11TU | Lighting devices/reflectors | 23 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 22 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B | Steering system components worn | 18 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 17 | 4 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11UR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 15 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11TL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 14 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 14 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B | Fuel system leak | 13 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 13 | 12 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203E | Cab front bumper missing/unsecured/protrude | 10 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9H | Inoperable head lamps | 10 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2UV | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 10 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 10 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 9 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45DLUV | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 8 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9T | Inoperable tail lamp | 7 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | 7 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 7 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.8 | Failing to inspect/use emergency equipment | 7 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21(a) | Vehicle marking requirements | 6 | 0 | 3 | General/Admin |
| 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 | 6 | 6 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 6 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A1 | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 6 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1B | Brakes (general) Explain: | 5 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.19 | Hazard warning signal inoperable | 5 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203C | Hood not securely fastened | 4 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 4 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 4 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C2 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 3 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203A | Cab/body components defective | 3 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207A | Suspension defective | 3 | 3 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A4 | Tire-cut exposing ply and/or belt material | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2WC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.24A | Lighting/marking on projecting loads | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83H | Exhaust - Not securely fastened to the vehicle | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11S | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209E | Power steering violations | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11B2-Q | Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001. Driver failed the I | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.45B2PC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-PAW | Pitman Arm - welded / missing nuts | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11N | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45DLPC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A1 | Failing to secure cargo as specified in 49 CFR 393.100 through 393.142 | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.209D | Wheel fasteners loose/missing | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47A | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11LR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A2 | Tire-tread and/or sidewall separation | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21(c) | 390.21(c) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-TC | Tire in contact with another part of the vehicle | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-AR | Brake - Defective Air Reservoir | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.81 | Horn inoperable | 1 | 0 | 2 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A-ELD | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 1 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | 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 (167 inspections)
Showing 50 of 167
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 9, 2026 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...315862 | SHEPHERD ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Jan 18, 2026 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | 3859 FM 1379 | ...HB1202 | SHEPHERD ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Jan 8, 2026 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | SH 176 | ...HM2549 | SHEPHERD ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Dec 1, 2025 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | IH 20 | ...277912 | SHEPHERD ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Jul 28, 2025 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | ODESSA | SE 700 338 LOOP | ...FS6975 | SHEPHERD ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Mar 21, 2025 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | SH 176 | ...GX3578 | SHEPHERD ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Jan 13, 2025 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...628362 | SHEPHERD ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Nov 30, 2024 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | SH 302 | ...FR0731 | SHEPHERD ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Nov 22, 2024 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...FR0731 | SHEPHERD ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Jul 10, 2024 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...180643 | SHEPHERD ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| May 13, 2024 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...V85613 | SHEPHERD ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Jan 26, 2024 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | FM 874 | ...798024 | SHEPHERD ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Jan 25, 2024 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | 3098 SH 176 | ...FY4834 | SHEPHERD ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
Compliance Timeline
18 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records