WATKINS BROS INC
USDOT 798424 • 316 EDDIE WALKER ROAD, MILAN, GA, 31060
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-207838 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Dec 2, 2020 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT996264001 | ON FILE | Dec 1, 2023 | Dec 1, 2024 |
| LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 7478774 | ON FILE | Nov 15, 2005 | Dec 2, 2007 |
Insurance History (18 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 996264001 | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2020 | Dec 1, 2023 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WF000704 | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 2016 | Dec 16, 2020 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WF000704 | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2016 | Dec 1, 2020 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP90738A | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 2011 | Dec 1, 2016 |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BIPD/Primary | BA 68 39 39 | REPLACED | Nov 15, 2003 | Dec 1, 2011 |
| GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CARGO | IMP 6028611 | REPLACED | Nov 15, 2003 | Nov 15, 2005 |
| FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | MXI 97504449 ATL | REPLACED | Nov 15, 2002 | Nov 15, 2003 |
| CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | DGN007763 | CANCELLED | Nov 15, 2002 | Nov 15, 2003 |
| CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | DGN006156 | CANCELLED | Nov 15, 2001 | Nov 15, 2002 |
| CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | DGN004417 | REPLACED | Nov 15, 2000 | Nov 15, 2001 |
| GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CARGO | IMP9974687 | REPLACED | Nov 15, 1999 | Nov 15, 2002 |
| GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CARGO | IMP9974687 | CANCELLED | Nov 15, 1999 | Dec 18, 2002 |
| CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | DGN002976 | CANCELLED | Nov 15, 1999 | Nov 15, 2000 |
| RLI INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | SFT0025051 | REPLACED | Nov 15, 1998 | Nov 15, 1999 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PAP2004301197 | CANCELLED | Nov 15, 1997 | Nov 15, 1998 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PAP2004301196 | CANCELLED | Nov 15, 1996 | Nov 15, 1997 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PAP 200430 1195 | CANCELLED | Nov 15, 1995 | Nov 15, 1996 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PAP 200430 1194 | CANCELLED | Nov 15, 1994 | Nov 15, 1995 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT996264001 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2024 | Dec 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 996264001 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2023 | Dec 1, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WF000704 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 16, 2020 | Dec 16, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WF000704 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2020 | Dec 1, 2020 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP90738A | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2016 | Dec 1, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BA 68 39 39 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2011 | Dec 1, 2011 |
| CANCEL | LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | 7478774 | CARGO | Dec 2, 2007 | Dec 2, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | IMP 6028611 | CARGO | Nov 15, 2005 | Nov 15, 2005 |
| CANCEL | CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | DGN007763 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 15, 2003 | Nov 15, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | MXI 97504449 ATL | CARGO | Nov 15, 2003 | Nov 15, 2003 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | IMP9974687 | CARGO | Dec 18, 2002 | Dec 18, 2002 |
| CANCEL | CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | DGN006156 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 15, 2002 | Nov 15, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | IMP9974687 | CARGO | Nov 15, 2002 | Nov 15, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | DGN004417 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 15, 2001 | Nov 15, 2001 |
| CANCEL | CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | DGN002976 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 15, 2000 | Nov 15, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | RLI INSURANCE COMPANY | SFT0025051 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 15, 1999 | Nov 15, 1999 |
| CANCEL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | PAP2004301197 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 15, 1998 | Nov 15, 1998 |
| CANCEL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | PAP2004301196 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 15, 1997 | Nov 15, 1997 |
| CANCEL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | PAP 200430 1195 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 15, 1996 | Nov 15, 1996 |
| CANCEL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | PAP 200430 1194 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 15, 1995 | Nov 15, 1995 |
Authority Action History (6 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC207838 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 19, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 2, 2020 |
| MC207838 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 4, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 28, 2016 |
| MC207838 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 14, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 25, 2005 |
| MC207838 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 15, 1995 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC207838 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 15, 1994 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC207838 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | May 3, 1988 | — | 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
14 states • 49 inspections
Violation Summary (93 violations from 49 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 16 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-OOS | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 2 | 2 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207C-SLSS | Suspension - Leaf spring shifted | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.9A2-C | Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EENA | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - not readily accessible | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22H1-ELDNUM | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - No user's manual for the driver describing how to operate the ELD. (May be electronic) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-INAT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.110B | Cargo securement - logs | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22B-DFPWD | Driver - Failed to place warning devices on the road surface | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.22A-D | Emergency warning devices not displayed | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75C | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A1 | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B1 | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8F12 | 395.8F12 | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.25F | Lamps on rear of CMV obscured by load | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2UV | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.82DUMT | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209(e) | Power steering violations | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:387.301(a) | 387.301(a) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.43(d) | Brake - relay emergency valve | 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:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203C-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203E-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab front bumper missing/not secured/protruding | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207A-SAPPCBLM | Suspension defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.207A-STCB | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207A-SAPPAS | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8 | Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.22(a) | Emergency warning devices not displayed | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22(b) | Failure to place or improper placement of warning devices on the road surface | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30(b)(1) | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 1 | 1 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
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
24 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (24 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 4, 2024 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | ATLANTA | I 285 NORTH AT BOLTON RD | ...760344 | WATKINS BROS INC |
| May 2, 2022 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | GA 30 1.4 MILES EAST DOCKWEILER ROAD | ...BM2594 | WATKINS BROS INC |
| Dec 18, 2019 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 21, 2018 | GA | FATAL | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 18, 2018 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 7, 2016 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 21, 2015 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 24, 2009 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 6, 2009 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 9 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 27, 2006 | SC | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 9, 2006 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 6, 2006 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 15, 2006 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 13, 2005 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 28, 2004 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 15, 2004 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 27, 2003 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 31, 2003 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 21, 2002 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 5, 2002 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 10, 2001 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 24, 1999 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 16, 1998 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| May 10, 1997 | TN | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
45 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 45 events