Luther R Barnes
DBA: L & L TRANSPORTATION
4
Power Units
4
Drivers
Est. 1998 (27 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
LUTHER R BARNES is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since November 1998. Based in WHITWELL, TN, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specialization is Flatbed.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and fleet composition data, Luther R Barnes appears to operate the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Trailers | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Fleet Size Classification: 3-5 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Luther R Barnes is authorized to transport the following 3 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 4
MCS-150 Mileage: 232,604 miles (2023)
Driver Information
4
Total Drivers
4
CDL Drivers
4
Interstate Drivers
Dispatch Services in TN
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
7
Inspections
24 months
6
Violations
Total found
3
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✗ Worse than national average (+7.3%)
✗ Worse than national average (+7.1%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/09/2026 | TN | Walk-Around | 1 | 1 |
| 10/29/2025 | TN | Driver Only | 1 | 1 |
| 06/21/2025 | TN | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 04/08/2025 | AL | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 01/06/2025 | TN | Walk-Around | 3 | 1 |
| 12/11/2024 | GA | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/21/2024 | TN | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$1 Million
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | 91X | GRT02607A | $1 Million | 06/19/2023 |
View Insurance History (20 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROGRESSIVE HAWAII INSURANCE CORP | CA 3821326 | 06/19/2016 | 09/20/2016 | CANCEL | |
| PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | PICGA0003547 | 06/19/2014 | 08/26/2014 | CANCEL | |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 140017001 | 06/19/2022 | 06/19/2023 | TERM/REPL | |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0176787001 | 06/19/2021 | 06/19/2022 | TERM/REPL | |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN266677 | 06/19/2019 | 06/19/2021 | TERM/REPL | |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 463031001 | 06/19/2018 | 06/19/2019 | TERM/REPL | |
| PROGRESSIVE HAWAII INSURANCE CORP | CA 3821326 | 09/20/2016 | 06/19/2018 | TERM/REPL | |
| PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | PICGA0003821 | 06/19/2015 | 06/19/2016 | CANCEL | |
| PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | PICGA0003547 | 08/26/2014 | 06/19/2015 | CANCEL | |
| NOVA CASUALTY COMPANY | STU-CL-0010352-3 | 06/19/2013 | 06/19/2014 | CANCEL | |
| NOVA CASUALTY COMPANY | STU-CL-0010352-2 | 06/19/2012 | 06/19/2013 | CANCEL | |
| NOVA CASUALTY COMPANY | STU-CL-0010352-1 | 06/19/2011 | 06/19/2012 | CANCEL | |
| NOVA CASUALTY COMPANY | STU-CL-0010352-0 | 06/19/2010 | 06/19/2011 | CANCEL | |
| REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | RICTN0002232 | 04/17/2009 | 06/19/2010 | TERM/REPL | |
| REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | RICTN0001227 | 04/17/2008 | 04/17/2009 | CANCEL | |
| REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | RICTN0001227 | 04/17/2007 | 04/17/2008 | CANCEL | |
| CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | DSN000011967 | 04/17/2006 | 04/17/2007 | CANCEL | |
| CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | DSN000010958 | 04/17/2005 | 04/17/2006 | CANCEL | |
| CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | DSN000009933 | 04/17/2004 | 04/17/2005 | CANCEL | |
| CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | DSN000009017 | 04/17/2003 | 04/17/2004 | CANCEL |
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Crash History
1
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
1
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2025 | AL | MADISON, AL | 0 | 0 | Yes |
Crash data from FMCSA. Does not include driver information per federal privacy requirements. View full crash report on FMCSA →
Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does LUTHER R BARNES operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, LUTHER R BARNES is inferred to operate: Flatbed.
Is LUTHER R BARNES's authority currently active?
LUTHER R BARNES currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has LUTHER R BARNES been in business?
LUTHER R BARNES has been registered with the FMCSA since November 1998, making their authority approximately 27 years, 5 months old.
Where is LUTHER R BARNES located?
LUTHER R BARNES is physically located at 166 BAKER LANE, WHITWELL, TN 37397-5924.
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