Ballard Utility Construction INC
Belton, SC
Profile data updated Jan 19, 2025 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Mixed
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15
Power Units
16
Drivers
FMCSA since 2006 (20 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
BALLARD UTILITY CONSTRUCTION INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since February 2006. Based in Belton, SC, they operate a fleet of 15 power units with 4 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Step Deck / RGN, Dump Truck and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Ballard Utility Construction INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 15 | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| Trailers | 20 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
Fleet Size Classification: 51-100 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Ballard Utility Construction INC is authorized to transport the following 3 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 4
MCS-150 Mileage: 18,064 miles (2022)
Driver Information
16
Total Drivers
4
CDL Drivers
16
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by BALLARD UTILITY CONSTRUCTION INC
6 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Apr 2, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Peterbilt, Kenworth, GTI. Equipment breakdown: 3 SEMI-TRAILER, 3 STRAIGHT TRUCK. Out-of-service rate is 66.7% — more than 1 in 4 inspections finds park-it issues. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (2 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | 50% |
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 3 | 50% |
Vehicle makes (6 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Peterbilt | 1 | 17% |
| Kenworth | 1 | 17% |
| GTI | 1 | 17% |
| Dodge | 1 | 17% |
| C & W | 1 | 17% |
| Unpublishe | 1 | 17% |
License plates on file (6 shown)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P733362 | SC | PETERBILT STRAIGHT TRUCK | 2 | Apr 2026 |
| A010408 | SC | KENWORTH STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Dec 2025 |
| NONE | US | GEN TECH SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Dec 2025 |
| P839066 | SC | DODGE STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Aug 2025 |
| AB33918 | NC | C & W SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Aug 2025 |
| 28864PT | SC | UNPUBLISHE SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Aug 2025 |
Plate registrations span 3 states: SC (4) · NC (1) · US (1)
Recent active vehicles (6 shown)
Fleet data is aggregated from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling window). Vehicles inspected under this carrier's DOT number are listed. A VIN can appear under multiple carriers over its lifetime if leased, sold, or operated by different fleets at different times. For VIN-specific recall service status, verify directly with the OEM dealer or NHTSA.gov/recalls.
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
4
Inspections
24 months
18
Violations
Total found
4
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.5%)
✗ Worse than national average (+78.3%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/02/2026 | VA | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 12/08/2025 | SC | Walk-Around | 2 | 1 |
| 08/08/2025 | GA | Full | 1 | ✓ |
| 08/06/2025 | AL | Walk-Around | 15 | 3 |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does BALLARD UTILITY CONSTRUCTION INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, BALLARD UTILITY CONSTRUCTION INC is inferred to operate: Step Deck / RGN, Dump Truck and Box Truck.
Is BALLARD UTILITY CONSTRUCTION INC's authority currently active?
BALLARD UTILITY CONSTRUCTION INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has BALLARD UTILITY CONSTRUCTION INC been in business?
BALLARD UTILITY CONSTRUCTION INC has been registered with the FMCSA since February 2006, making their authority approximately 20 years, 4 months old.
Where is BALLARD UTILITY CONSTRUCTION INC located?
BALLARD UTILITY CONSTRUCTION INC is physically located at 1941 BETHANY CHURCH RD, BELTON, SC 29627.
Roadside Inspection History 4 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
BALLARD UTILITY CONSTRUCTION INC has been inspected 4 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in AL, GA, SC. Out of these, 2 inspections (about 50%) resulted in an out-of-service order — meaning the truck or driver was held until a violation was fixed. The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is roughly 21%. The most frequently cited violation is 393.95A4-EEUS — 2 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-02 | VA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-12-08 | SC | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-08-08 | GA | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 1 | — |
| 2025-08-06 | AL | Level 2 · Walk-around | 15 | OOS · 3 |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 10 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
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