Summit Utilities INC
Fort Smith, AR
DBA: SUA
Profile data updated May 3, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Limited History
FMCSA data ↓
448
Power Units
320
Drivers
FMCSA since 2021 (4 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
SUMMIT UTILITIES INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since July 2021. Based in Fort Smith, AR, they operate a fleet of 448 power units with 128 CDL drivers. They are classified as Intrastate Only and operate interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Dry Van and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Summit Utilities INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 320 | 0 | 0 | 320 |
| Tractors | 128 | 0 | 0 | 128 |
| Trailers | 128 | 0 | 0 | 128 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Summit Utilities INC is authorized to transport the following 1 cargo type:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 128
MCS-150 Mileage: 8,776,982 miles (2025)
Driver Information
320
Total Drivers
128
CDL Drivers
320
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by SUMMIT UTILITIES INC
1 truck and 1 trailer identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Dec 9, 2024.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Freightliner, Belshe Industries. Equipment breakdown: 1 STRAIGHT TRUCK, 1 SEMI-TRAILER. Out-of-service rate is 50% — 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 |
|---|---|---|
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | 50% |
| SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | 50% |
Trailers (1 on record)
Trailers recorded pulling under this carrier's DOT number in FMCSA roadside inspections. Individual trailer plates and VINs are listed in the plate and vehicle sections above.
| Semi-trailer | 1 |
| Belshe Tra | 1 |
| Equipment Trailer | 1 |
| 20 ft | 1 |
| 2 axles | 1 |
Vehicle makes (2 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 1 | 50% |
| Belshe Industries | 1 | 50% |
Spec sheets, common recalls & complaints for the truck models this carrier operates.
License plates on file (2 shown)
Recent active vehicles (2 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. Recall status is VIN-specific — use the NHTSA recall lookup linked on each vehicle above to see whether a given VIN has open (unremedied) recalls, or verify with the OEM dealer.
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
1
Inspections
24 months
3
Violations
Total found
1
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✗ Worse than national average (+92.5%)
✓ Better than national average (-21.7%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/09/2024 | AR | Driver Only | 3 | 1 |
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Violation Breakdown
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does SUMMIT UTILITIES INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, SUMMIT UTILITIES INC is inferred to operate: Dry Van and Box Truck.
Is SUMMIT UTILITIES INC's authority currently active?
SUMMIT UTILITIES INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has SUMMIT UTILITIES INC been in business?
SUMMIT UTILITIES INC has been registered with the FMCSA since July 2021, making their authority approximately 4 years, 11 months old.
Where is SUMMIT UTILITIES INC located?
SUMMIT UTILITIES INC is physically located at 2100 SOUTH WALDRON RD, FORT SMITH, AR 72903.
Roadside Inspection History 1 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
SUMMIT UTILITIES INC has been inspected 1 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in AR. Out of these, 1 inspections (about 100%) 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 383.23A2-LCDLN — 1 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-09 | AR | Level 3 · Driver-only | 3 | OOS · 1 |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 3 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
Roadside Violation Profile
Across FMCSA roadside inspections (rolling 24 months), SUMMIT UTILITIES INC was cited for 3 violations, of which 1 (33%) placed a driver or vehicle out of service.
| BASIC category | Violations | Out-of-service |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Fitness | 2 | 1 |
| Unsafe Driving | 1 | 0 |
Source: FMCSA roadside-inspection violation records (rolling 24-month summary). Counts reflect citations across all inspections under this carrier's DOT number; see Inspection History for individual inspection events. Violation severity and CSA percentile scores are shown in the Safety & Compliance section.
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Other USDOT Registrations Sharing Officer Names (5)
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Other Carriers Registered at This Address (1)
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