TIDEWATER FIBRE CORP
USDOT 453579 • DBA: TFC RECYCLING • 1958 DIAMOND HILL ROAD, CHESAPEAKE, VA, 23324
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MWTB 311700 | ON FILE | Feb 1, 2021 | Feb 1, 2023 |
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | MWTB 306071 | ON FILE | Feb 1, 2016 | Feb 1, 2017 |
Insurance History (13 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MWTB 311700 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2018 | Feb 1, 2021 |
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MWTB 308885 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2017 | Feb 1, 2018 |
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | MWTB 303108 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2015 | Feb 1, 2016 |
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | MWTB 300484 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2014 | Feb 1, 2015 |
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | MWTB 21771 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2013 | Feb 1, 2013 |
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | MWTB 21771 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2013 | Feb 1, 2014 |
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | MWTB 21771 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2013 | Feb 1, 2013 |
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | MWTB 21490 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2012 | Feb 1, 2013 |
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | MWTB 21189 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2011 | Feb 1, 2012 |
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | MWTB 20886 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2010 | Feb 1, 2011 |
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MWTB 20577 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2009 | Feb 1, 2010 |
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MWTB 20126 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2008 | Feb 1, 2009 |
| ROYAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | PSP 13 30 89 | REPLACED | Feb 26, 1991 | Feb 1, 2008 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTB 311700 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2023 | Feb 1, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTB 311700 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2021 | Feb 1, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTB 308885 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2018 | Feb 1, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTB 306071 | BIPD | Feb 1, 2017 | Feb 1, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTB 303108 | BIPD | Feb 1, 2016 | Feb 1, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTB 300484 | BIPD | Feb 1, 2015 | Feb 1, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTB 21771 | BIPD | Feb 1, 2014 | Feb 1, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTB 21490 | BIPD | Feb 1, 2013 | Feb 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTB 21771 | BIPD | Feb 1, 2013 | Feb 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTB 21771 | BIPD | Feb 1, 2013 | Feb 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTB 21189 | BIPD | Feb 1, 2012 | Feb 1, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTB 20886 | BIPD | Feb 1, 2011 | Feb 1, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTB 20577 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2010 | Feb 1, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTB 20126 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2009 | Feb 1, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | ROYAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | PSP 13 30 89 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2008 | Feb 1, 2008 |
Authority Action History (4 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC245097 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 5, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 13, 2022 |
| MC798824 | PROPERTY BROKER | DISMISSED | Oct 12, 2012 | — | Unknown |
| MC245097 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 16, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 21, 2022 |
| MC245097 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 23, 1992 | — | 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 • 50 inspections
Violation Summary (37 violations from 50 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 8 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51A-SIN | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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:392.9(a) | Operating without proper operating authority | 1 | 1 | 8 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.104(b) | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.134 | Cargo securement - large boulders | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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 (50 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
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 2025 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | SUFFOLK | GODWIN BLVD AT BURNETTS WAY | ...226185 | TIDEWATER FIBRE CORP |
| May 9, 2025 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | NORFOLK | 1800 BLOCK SPRINGMEDOW BLVD | ...002587 | TIDEWATER FIBRE CORP |
| Apr 3, 2025 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | VIRGINIA BEACH CITY | 2500 BLOCK LONDON BRIDGE RD | ...007349 | TIDEWATER FIBRE CORP |
| Jul 20, 2023 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | SB I-95 | ...005343 | TIDEWATER FIBRE CORP |
| Jul 14, 2023 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | WB RT 632 / STAGE RD | ...007771 | TIDEWATER FIBRE CORP |
| Jun 30, 2023 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | VIRGINIA BEACH CITY | 5200 BLK BROCKIE ST | ...214418 | TIDEWATER FIBRE CORP |
| Feb 25, 2022 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I-95 | ...022588 | TIDEWATER FIBRE CORP |
| Sep 29, 2021 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | 14321 HAPPY HILL ROAD | ...M80213 | TIDE WATER FIBRE CORP |
| Sep 9, 2021 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | NEWPORT NEWS CITY | EASTBOUND I-64 | ...001009 | TIDEWATER FIBRE CORP |
| Jun 16, 2021 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NEWPORT NEWS | 41ST ST. | ...046600 | TIDEWATER FIBRE CORP |
| Feb 15, 2021 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | 3453 W HUNDRED RD | ...W87312 | TIDEWATER FIBRE CORP |
| Dec 31, 2020 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 15, 2020 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 23, 2020 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| May 14, 2020 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 21, 2020 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 1, 2019 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 31, 2019 | VA | FATAL | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 30, 2019 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 5, 2019 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 29, 2019 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 4, 2018 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 27, 2018 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 23, 2018 | VA | FATAL | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 31, 2018 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
41 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 41 events