WILLIAM A SPENCER JR TRUCKING INC
USDOT 849445 • 12975 STATE RT 405, WATSONTOWN, PA, 17777
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-374652 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jan 25, 2016 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRS043220 | ON FILE | Feb 1, 2015 | Feb 1, 2016 |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 04 MS KJ7411 | ON FILE | Feb 16, 2008 | Mar 4, 2020 |
Insurance History (12 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CT750733-3609-091 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2009 | Feb 1, 2015 |
| STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | BIPD/Primary | TPN-000130 | REPLACED | Feb 16, 2008 | Feb 1, 2009 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CT750733-3604-041 | REPLACED | Aug 24, 2004 | Feb 16, 2008 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CT750733-3604-041 | NAME CHANGED | Feb 16, 2004 | Aug 24, 2004 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP05594A | REPLACED | Feb 16, 2002 | Feb 16, 2004 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP05594A | CANCELLED | Feb 16, 2002 | Mar 22, 2004 |
| WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | CARGO | TK3201045 | CANCELLED | Feb 16, 2001 | Mar 14, 2002 |
| WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | CARGO | TK3201045 | REPLACED | Feb 16, 2001 | Feb 16, 2002 |
| WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | TK3201045 | CANCELLED | Feb 16, 2001 | Mar 14, 2002 |
| WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | TK3201045 | REPLACED | Feb 16, 2001 | Feb 16, 2002 |
| CHUBB NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TQ163666 | REPLACED | May 5, 2000 | Feb 16, 2001 |
| CHUBB NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TQ163666 | REPLACED | May 5, 2000 | Feb 16, 2001 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 04 MS KJ7411 | CARGO | Mar 4, 2020 | Mar 4, 2020 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRS043220 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2016 | Feb 1, 2016 |
| CANCEL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT750733-3609-091 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2015 | Feb 1, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | TPN-000130 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2009 | Feb 1, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT750733-3604-041 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 16, 2008 | Feb 16, 2008 |
| NAMECHG | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT750733-3604-041 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 24, 2004 | Aug 24, 2004 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP05594A | CARGO | Mar 22, 2004 | Mar 22, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP05594A | BIPD/Primary | Feb 16, 2004 | Feb 16, 2004 |
| TERM/CANCL | WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | TK3201045 | CARGO | Mar 14, 2002 | Mar 14, 2002 |
| TERM/CANCL | WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | TK3201045 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 14, 2002 | Mar 14, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | TK3201045 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 16, 2002 | Feb 16, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | TK3201045 | CARGO | Feb 16, 2002 | Feb 16, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | CHUBB NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | TQ163666 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 16, 2001 | Feb 16, 2001 |
| TERM/REPL | CHUBB NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | TQ163666 | CARGO | Feb 16, 2001 | Feb 16, 2001 |
Authority Action History (4 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC374652 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 5, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 25, 2016 |
| MC374652 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 5, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 29, 2015 |
| MC374652 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 22, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 27, 2004 |
| MC374652 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | May 17, 2000 | — | 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
9 states • 117 inspections
Violation Summary (110 violations from latest 100 of 117 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 20 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 5 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 4 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 3 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 3 | 2 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(4) | 395.8(f)(4) | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(12) | 395.8(f)(12) | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 2 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 2 | 2 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | 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:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8K2-HOSRC | HOS (Manner) - Driver failed to retain a copy of each record of duty status for the previous 7 consecutive days which shall be in his/her possession and available | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83E | Exhaust - System discharging from a truck or truck-tractor at a location other than at the rear of the cab | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | 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 | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-TFCV | Tires - Front in contact with a part of the vehicle | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8F1-HOSM | HOS (Manner) - Driver's record of duty status not current to the time shown for last change of duty status. Date and Time: | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8D2-HOSF | 395.8D2-HOSF | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8F11-HOSM | 395.8F11-HOSM | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:383.51A-LCDLRSWD | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b)(1) | 390.21T(b)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.11(a)(1) | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(11) | 395.8(f)(11) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(b) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.51 | Steering wheel free play excessive | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:399.211 | Inadequate maintenance of driver access | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203 | Cab/body parts requirements violations | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | 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 (117 inspections)
Showing 50 of 117
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 2025 | MD | TOW | 0 | 0 | BEL AIR | 14.84 FEET NORTH OF MILE POINT 2.960 ON MD 136 - C | ...B00112 | WILLIAM A SPENCER JR TRUCKING INC |
| Dec 5, 2024 | CT | TOW | 0 | 0 | NEWTOWN | 84-E | ...829934 | WILLIAM A SPENCER JR TRUCKING INC |
| Oct 9, 2024 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | INTERSTATE 81 NB | ...822637 | WILLIAM A SPENCER JR TRUCKING INC |
| Jan 9, 2024 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | LIBERTY TOWNSHIP | ROUTE 0015 S | ...354270 | WILLIAM A SPENCER JR TRUCKING INC |
| Jan 8, 2024 | MA | TOW | 0 | 0 | AUBURN | RTE 290 W X 12B | ...814097 | WILLIAM A SPENCER JR TRUCKING INC |
| Mar 1, 2023 | PA | FATAL | 3 | 0 | HAMILTON TOWNSHIP | ROUTE 0033 S | ...573083 | WILLIAM A SPENCER JR TRUCKING INC |
| Dec 15, 2022 | MD | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | NATIONAL FREEWAY | ...865624 | WILLIAM A SPENCER JR TRUCKING INC |
| Mar 28, 2022 | MA | TOW | 0 | 0 | STERLING | RTE 190 N MM 14.4 | ...860799 | WILLIAM A SPENCER JR TRUCKING INC |
| Feb 3, 2022 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | TOWANDA TOWNSHIP | ROUTE 0220 S | ...860799 | WILLIAM A SPENCER JR TRUCKING INC |
| Nov 1, 2021 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | Rt 17 Ref Mrkr 17 91073058 | ...685585 | WILLIAM A SPENCER JR TRUCKING INC |
| Feb 15, 2021 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | Ref Marker: 7 11081028 | ...867359 | WILLIAM A SPENCER JR TRUCKING INC |
| Nov 4, 2020 | NC | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 23, 2020 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 23, 2019 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 21, 2017 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 21, 2017 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 26, 2017 | IL | FATAL | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 13, 2017 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 21, 2015 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 13, 2015 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 26, 2014 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 17, 2014 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 22, 2014 | PA | FATAL | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 13, 2014 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 3, 2013 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
40 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 40 events