Smith Brothers Logging INC
Berry, AL
Profile data updated Feb 25, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
3
Power Units
3
Drivers
FMCSA since 2018 (8 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
SMITH BROTHERS LOGGING INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since March 2018. Based in Berry, AL, they operate a fleet of 3 power units with 3 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Flatbed and Step Deck / RGN.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Smith Brothers Logging INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Trailers | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Fleet Size Classification: 2 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Smith Brothers Logging INC is authorized to transport the following 2 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 3
MCS-150 Mileage: 200,500 miles (2025)
Driver Information
3
Total Drivers
3
CDL Drivers
3
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by SMITH BROTHERS LOGGING INC
7 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Mar 23, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Kenworth, Peterbilt, Unpublishe. Equipment breakdown: 4 TRUCK TRACTOR, 3 SEMI-TRAILER. Out-of-service rate is 14.3% — about 1 in 8 inspections finds something serious enough to park the truck. Worth asking the carrier about their preventive-maintenance program. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 4 | 57% |
| SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | 43% |
Vehicle makes (5 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth | 2 | 29% |
| Peterbilt | 2 | 29% |
| Unpublishe | 1 | 14% |
| Pitt | 1 | 14% |
| Trlr | 1 | 14% |
License plates on file (7 shown)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63COT5P | AL | UNPUBLISHE SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | Mar 2026 |
| 63C0004 | AL | KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Mar 2026 |
| 63C0005 | AL | PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Dec 2025 |
| 63A3YX1 | AL | PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Mar 2025 |
| 63A3285 | AL | PITT SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Mar 2025 |
| 63A3YX2 | AL | KW TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Sep 2024 |
| 63A3286 | AL | TRLR SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Sep 2024 |
Recent active vehicles (7 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
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
8
Inspections
24 months
15
Violations
Total found
1
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.5%)
✓ Better than national average (-9.2%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2026 | AL | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 05/18/2026 | AL | Walk-Around | 4 | ✓ |
| 03/23/2026 | AL | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 01/28/2026 | AL | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 12/09/2025 | AL | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 03/06/2025 | AL | Walk-Around | 2 | ✓ |
| 02/11/2025 | AL | Walk-Around | 5 | 1 |
| 09/24/2024 | AL | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Crash History
1
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
1
Injuries
1
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2025 | AL | Rural Pickens, AL | 0 | 1 | Yes |
Crash data from FMCSA. Does not include driver information per federal privacy requirements. View full crash report on FMCSA →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does SMITH BROTHERS LOGGING INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, SMITH BROTHERS LOGGING INC is inferred to operate: Flatbed and Step Deck / RGN.
Is SMITH BROTHERS LOGGING INC's authority currently active?
SMITH BROTHERS LOGGING INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has SMITH BROTHERS LOGGING INC been in business?
SMITH BROTHERS LOGGING INC has been registered with the FMCSA since March 2018, making their authority approximately 8 years, 4 months old.
Where is SMITH BROTHERS LOGGING INC located?
SMITH BROTHERS LOGGING INC is physically located at 21868 HIGHWAY 43 N, BERRY, AL 35546.
Roadside Inspection History 8 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
SMITH BROTHERS LOGGING INC has been inspected 8 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in AL. Out of these, 1 inspections (about 13%) 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 393.9BRKLAMP — 2 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-07 | AL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-05-18 | AL | Level 2 · Walk-around | 4 | — |
| 2026-03-23 | AL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-01-28 | AL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-12-09 | AL | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2025-03-06 | AL | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | — |
| 2025-02-11 | AL | Level 2 · Walk-around | 5 | OOS · 1 |
| 2024-09-24 | AL | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
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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