THE SMEDLEY COMPANY
USDOT 56001 • 20-2 THOMPSON ROAD, BRANFORD, CT, 06405
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-082122 | REVOKED | Unknown | Oct 13, 2020 |
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PENNSYLVANIA MANUF. ASSOC. INS. | BIPD/Primary | 152201-10-38-30-6 | ON FILE | Oct 5, 2022 | Oct 5, 2023 |
| IMPERIUM INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | IERD-01001021-00 | ON FILE | Oct 5, 2013 | Oct 5, 2015 |
| IMPERIUM INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | IERD-010001021-00 | ON FILE | Oct 5, 2013 | Oct 5, 2015 |
Insurance History (12 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PENNSYLVANIA MANUF. ASSOC. INS. | BIPD/Primary | 152101-10-38-30-6 | REPLACED | Oct 5, 2021 | Oct 5, 2022 |
| PENNSYLVANIA MANUF. ASSOC. INS. | BIPD/Primary | 152001-10-38-30-6 | REPLACED | Oct 20, 2020 | Oct 2, 2020 |
| PENNSYLVANIA MANUF. ASSOC. INS. | BIPD/Primary | 152001-10-38-30-6 | REPLACED | Oct 2, 2020 | Oct 5, 2021 |
| CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AW02RS1900035-00 | CANCELLED | Oct 5, 2019 | Oct 5, 2020 |
| AMERICAN ALTERNATIVE INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | 2LA2CA0000459-00 | REPLACED | Oct 5, 2015 | Oct 5, 2019 |
| DIAMOND STATE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BAP0000529 | CANCELLED | Oct 14, 2011 | Aug 25, 2013 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 1337225184 | CANCELLED | Jan 1, 2007 | Jan 30, 2008 |
| FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | MZI-97002213-BOS | REPLACED | Jan 14, 2006 | Oct 5, 2013 |
| PACIFIC INDEMNITY CO. | CARGO | 658 3228 | REPLACED | Dec 27, 1995 | Jan 14, 2006 |
| PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | CCT0005305 2703 | CANCELLED | Jun 2, 1994 | Dec 18, 1994 |
| ST. PAUL PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | IM0863528 | REPLACED | Dec 24, 1989 | Dec 27, 1995 |
| AMERICAN CASUALTY COMPANY OF READING | BIPD/Primary | ART5634586 | CANCELLED | Dec 31, 1986 | Sep 24, 2004 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | PENNSYLVANIA MANUF. ASSOC. INS. | 152201-10-38-30-6 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 5, 2023 | Oct 5, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | PENNSYLVANIA MANUF. ASSOC. INS. | 152101-10-38-30-6 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 5, 2022 | Oct 5, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | PENNSYLVANIA MANUF. ASSOC. INS. | 152001-10-38-30-6 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 5, 2021 | Oct 5, 2021 |
| CANCEL | CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | AW02RS1900035-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 5, 2020 | Oct 5, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | PENNSYLVANIA MANUF. ASSOC. INS. | 152001-10-38-30-6 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 2, 2020 | Oct 2, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN ALTERNATIVE INSURANCE CORPORATION | 2LA2CA0000459-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 5, 2019 | Oct 5, 2019 |
| CANCEL | IMPERIUM INSURANCE COMPANY | IERD-010001021-00 | BIPD | Oct 5, 2015 | Oct 5, 2015 |
| CANCEL | IMPERIUM INSURANCE COMPANY | IERD-01001021-00 | CARGO | Oct 5, 2015 | Oct 5, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | MZI-97002213-BOS | CARGO | Oct 5, 2013 | Oct 5, 2013 |
| CANCEL | DIAMOND STATE INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP0000529 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 25, 2013 | Aug 25, 2013 |
| CANCEL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 1337225184 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 30, 2008 | Jan 30, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | PACIFIC INDEMNITY CO. | 658 3228 | CARGO | Jan 14, 2006 | Jan 14, 2006 |
| CANCEL | AMERICAN CASUALTY COMPANY OF READING | ART5634586 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 24, 2004 | Sep 24, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | ST. PAUL PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY | IM0863528 | CARGO | Dec 27, 1995 | Dec 27, 1995 |
| CANCEL | PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INS. CO. | CCT0005305 2703 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 18, 1994 | Dec 18, 1994 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-082122 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-082122 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-082122 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC082122 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jul 6, 2021 | — | Unknown |
| MC082122 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 8, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 6, 2015 |
| MC082122 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Nov 6, 2013 | REVOKED | Oct 13, 2020 |
| MC082122 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Nov 16, 2011 | REVOKED | Sep 3, 2013 |
| MC082122 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 26, 1989 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 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 • 24 inspections
Violation Summary (95 violations from 24 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 10 | 3 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 7 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 5 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 3 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2WG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LLPL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LIL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b) | 390.21T(b) | 2 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.209(d) | Wheel fasteners loose/missing | 2 | 2 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(a) | Suspension defective | 2 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75G-TAOW | Tires - All others weight carried exceeds tire load limit | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.67C7V-F | Tires - other defects | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104F3-C | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LSML | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.41A-MCPC | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209E-SPSLA | Steering - Power steering leaking anywhere. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-F | Fuel - Dripping leak. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.51C-BLPW | Steering wheel free play excessive | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.110(b) | Cargo securement - logs | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.82(a)(1) | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(2) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 1 | 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 (24 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
7 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (7 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2023 | CT | INJURY | 0 | 1 | MIDDLETOWN | 91-N | ...055490 | THE SMEDLEY COMPANY |
| May 15, 2020 | CT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 28, 2006 | CT | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 16, 2004 | CT | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 20, 2003 | CT | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 22, 1996 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 18, 1995 | CT | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
23 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records