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VAN SMITH CO INC

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VAN SMITH CO INC is a motor carrier based in CHARLESTON, South Carolina, registered with FMCSA since 1988. With 71 power units and 48 drivers, the company operates as a smaller fleet carrier. Their vehicle out-of-service rate of 0.0% is below the national average of 20.7%, suggesting relatively well-maintained equipment. The carrier has only 0% of required liability insurance on file — a coverage gap of $750K. Our composite safety score rates this carrier at 50/100, indicating a mixed safety profile that warrants closer review.

71
Power Units
48
Drivers
319561
USDOT #
50/100
Safety Score
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Insurance Coverage Gap

This carrier has $0 in liability insurance on file but $750K is required — a shortfall of $750K (0% of required coverage).

Company Details

Legal Name
VAN SMITH CO INC
USDOT Number
319561
Entity Type
CARRIER
Address
3390 VAN SMITH AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29405-7990
Carrier Operation
Intrastate Only (Non-Hazmat)
Last MCS-150 Update
January 21, 2026

Inspection Record

TypeTotalOOSRateNat'l Avg
Vehicle100.0%20.7%
Driver100.0%5.5%
Hazmat000.0%4.5%

Crash History

1
Fatal
5
Injury
6
Towaway
6
Total

BASICs Safety Scores

Unsafe Driving1.11%
Crash IndicatorN/A
HOS Compliance0%
Vehicle Maintenance9.2%
Controlled Substances0%
Hazmat ComplianceN/A
Driver Fitness0%

Higher percentile = worse safety performance. Scores above 75% may trigger FMCSA intervention.

Location

3390 VAN SMITH AVE, CHARLESTON, SC 29405-7990

Frequently Asked Questions

What is VAN SMITH CO INC's USDOT number?
VAN SMITH CO INC's USDOT number is 319561. The company is based in CHARLESTON, South Carolina.
Is VAN SMITH CO INC a safe trucking company?
VAN SMITH CO INC has not received a formal safety rating from FMCSA. The company has had 1 vehicle inspections with a 0.0% out-of-service rate (national average: 20.7%). They have 6 reportable crashes on record.
How many trucks does VAN SMITH CO INC have?
VAN SMITH CO INC operates 71 power units (trucks/commercial vehicles) and employs 48 drivers, according to their latest FMCSA filing.

Source: FMCSA Safety and Fitness Electronic Records (SAFER) System