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CHARLES HOLSTON INC
Carencro, LA
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Review recommended
Filed Coverage Below the Amount on Record
The authority record requires $1,000,000 of liability coverage, and the largest filing on record is $750,000. Excess layers are filed separately and may not be visible here — confirm with the insurer before treating this as a shortfall.
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 303348 · MC 244214
Conditional
Active 18 yrs, 9 mo · first granted 1991
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-244214 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Starr Indemnity & Liability Company
Safety
Conditional
33.3% OOS · 50 inspections on record
Flags · 2
Filed Coverage Below the Amount on Record
The authority record requires $1,000,000 of liability coverage, and the largest filing on record is $750,000. Excess layers are filed separately and may not be visible here — confirm with the insurer before treating this as a shortfall.
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
33.3% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 87% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active 18 yrs, 9 mo since reinstatement on January 28, 2008; first granted December 26, 1991 (34 yrs, 10 mo ago)
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Conditional
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 39.1% — above the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 0.0% — below the 5.5% national average
- 50 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC244214
Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) · $1,000,000 required
Insurance on File
Starr Indemnity & Liability Company
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy 1000198811181
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
303348
MC Number
MC-244214
Safety Rating
Conditional
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire, Private (property)
MCS-150 Filed
October 22, 2026
FMCSA Registration
October 19, 1987
Authority First Granted
December 26, 1991
Authority Reinstated
January 28, 2008
Annual Mileage
1,314,520 mi (2025)
Contact Information
Address
4500 Ne Evangeline Thruway, Carencro, LA 70520
Phone
Email
Website
Owner / Officer
Geoff Jones
Officer 2
Courtney Brackin
Cargo Types
Liquids/GasesOilfield EquipmentOther Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
50
Driver Inspections
19
Vehicle Inspections
40
Out-of-Service Violations
23
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance84
Unsafe Driving2
Hours of Service2
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate0.0% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate39.1% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (18.4pp higher)
33.3% of 27 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
87th percentile among carriers with 25–99 inspections (lower is better).
CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA roadside inspection records, not an FMCSA score.
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
2025
2024
Violation Rate by Category
Share of roadside inspections in FMCSA's rolling 24-month window that found a violation in each category. The individual violations are listed under each inspection in Inspection Details below. None of this is the basis of the safety rating, which comes from an on-site compliance review.
Vehicle Maintenance
20 of 27 inspections
Unsafe Driving
2 of 33 inspections
Hours of Service
1 of 33 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 33 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 33 inspections
Crash History (1)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
1
Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
1
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 15, 2024 | LA | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
LA21
TX20
OK2
UT2
NM1
Fleet & Equipment (47)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~26
of 24 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~21
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
23
Semi-trailer
9
Tank
3
Flatbed
2
Trailer (type not listed)
2
Chassis / Incomplete
1
Dry Van
1
Dump
1
Not Applicable
1
Special Purpose Trailer
1
Straight Truck
1
Utility Trailer
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Mack Pinnacle | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1PN4GY6KM001345 | 5 | 3 |
| 2014 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X0ED248354 | 5 | 1 |
| 2007 Fontaine Trailer Co. | Flatbed · 48 ft | 13N24820X71543574 | 3 | 1 |
| 2019 Dragon Esp | Tank · 42 ft | 1UNST4221KL153735 | 3 | 1 |
| Drag | Semi-trailer | 131113 | 2 | 2 |
| 2011 Dragon Products | Special Purpose Trailer · 34 ft | 1D9SH3426BC661707 | 2 | 1 |
| Gaylean | Semi-trailer | 1G9VT4027BH017720 | 2 | 1 |
| 2014 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1NPXD49X6ED222769 | 2 | — |
| Proc | Semi-trailer | 1P9VN3623BK359812 | 2 | — |
| 1993 Kenworth T800 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKDDB9X7PS592968 | 2 | 1 |
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| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DB9X13D806687 | 2 | — |
| 2011 Peterbilt 367 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPTD49X6BD119237 | 2 | 1 |
| 2014 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X0ED226001 | 2 | 1 |
| 2014 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X7ED215089 | 2 | 1 |
| 2015 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X7FD287752 | 2 | 2 |
| 2011 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49XXBD127116 | 2 | 2 |
| 2011 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXDB9X1BD122147 | 2 | — |
| 2019 Grupo Remolques Del Norte | Tank · 38 ft | 3BZJN3821KC007565 | 2 | 1 |
| 2015 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C3FT658152 | 2 | — |
| Othr | Semi-trailer | 13ZGF3223V1004911 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Big Tex | Utility Trailer · 40 ft | 16VGX4029E2640548 | 1 | — |
| 2010 Dragon Products | Trailer (type not listed) · 34 ft | 1D9SH3426AC661561 | 1 | 1 |
| Othr | — | 1G9VT40296H016395 | 1 | 1 |
| Chev | Straight Truck | 1GC1CVC8XCF133466 | 1 | — |
| 2002 Fruehuaf | Flatbed · 48 ft | 1JJF482F02S782278 | 1 | — |
| 2022 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1NPXD49X7ND768366 | 1 | — |
| Othr | Semi-trailer | 1P9VN3622CK359849 | 1 | — |
| Proco | Semi-trailer | 1P9VN3626NK359405 | 1 | 1 |
| Procon Ser | Semi-trailer | 1P9VN36286K359276 | 1 | 1 |
| Trox | Semi-trailer | 1T9TA4226GR719186 | 1 | — |
| 2009 Dragon Products | Trailer (type not listed) · 34 ft | 1UNSH34279C066666 | 1 | 1 |
| 2005 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DB9X05D854202 | 1 | 1 |
| 2005 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DB9X65N847457 | 1 | 1 |
| 2005 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DB9X75D859221 | 1 | — |
| 2007 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DBEX47D688775 | 1 | 1 |
| 1996 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DR9X0TN400399 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Peterbilt 367 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPTD40X3ED240499 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Peterbilt 367 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPTD40X6GD319667 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Peterbilt 367 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPTD40X8ED240501 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Peterbilt 389 | Not Applicable · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X1GD315305 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X2ED226002 | 1 | — |
| Ptrb | Tractor | 1XPXD49XOED248354 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Ram 3500 | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 3 | 3C7WRSCL2EG235913 | 1 | — |
| 2014 International L9377 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDMAPR2EN779326 | 1 | — |
| 2008 Travis Body & Trailer, Inc. | Dump · 30 ft | 48X1E303981006192 | 1 | — |
| 2015 Pci Manufacturing | Tank · 43 ft | 56CPA1U40FT600481 | 1 | — |
| Not yet decoded | Semi-trailer | PVT130MC000055897 | 1 | — |
A vehicle appearing here was recorded in an inspection — it is not proof the carrier still operates it today.
Inspection Details
Each roadside inspection with its violations
Inspection Records (50)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 7, 2026 | V262586946 | TX, TX | III | — | — | NONE | Truck Tractor |
PETERBILT |
1XPXD49X0ED248354 |
LA P290724 |
| August 25, 2026 | V262560356 | TX, TX | II | 1 | — | CHARLES | Truck Tractor |
PETERBILT |
1XPXD49X1GD315305 |
LA P270927 |
| 393.60C | Windshield - Damaged or Discolored | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| May 8, 2026 | V262354624 | US59 NB NACOGDOCHES SCALE, TX | II | 2 | — | LOCATION | Truck Tractor |
PETERBILT |
1NPXD49X6ED222769 |
LA P270919 |
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.53B | CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| May 7, 2026 | V262353410 | SL-500 CENTER, TX | II | 4 | 2 | LOCATION | Truck Tractor |
PETERBILT |
1XPXD49X0ED248354 |
LA P290724 |
| 393.75A3 | OOSTire-flat and/or audible air leak | Tires | ||||||||
| 396.5B-HLOW | OOSHubs - oil and/or Grease Leaking from hub - outer wheel | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| 393.95A | No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 392.2WC | Wheel (Mud) Flaps missing or defective | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| April 29, 2026 | V262339055 | US 59, TX | I | 6 | 2 | NONE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
MACK DRAGON PRODUCTS |
1M1PN4GY6KM001345 1D9SH3426BC661707 |
LA P249882 LA L669531 |
| 393.9 | OOSInoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 396.3A1BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 393.30 | Improper battery installation | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.53B | CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| April 17, 2026 | V262294245 | 6177 US59 NB, TX | II | 1 | — | CHI | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT FONTAINE TRAILER CO. |
1NPXD49X6ED222769 13N24820X71543574 |
LA P270919 LA J246009 |
| 393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | Lighting | ||||||||
| January 22, 2026 | 25LV001430 | ROOSEVELT UT | I | 2 | — | — | Truck Tractor |
PETERBILT |
1XPTD40X3ED240499 |
LA P230609 |
| 393.55C1-B | Air Brake - Truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997, not equipped with an ABS system. System does not function or indicates a fault. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LBL | Lighting - Backup lamp inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| January 6, 2026 | V262175967 | 946 TX500 LOOP, TX | II | — | — | WASH OUT | Truck Tractor |
PETERBILT |
1XPXD49X0ED248354 |
LA P290724 |
| November 20, 2025 | V251687716 | LAT:31 30' 18.72N, TX | I | — | — | CHI | Straight Truck |
MACK |
1M1PN4GY6KM001345 |
LA P249882 |
| November 13, 2025 | V252093004 | 608 MAIN ST, TX | II | 9 | 1 | YARD | Truck Tractor |
PETERBILT |
1XPXD49X7FD287752 |
LA P270928 |
| 392.9A2-C | OOSCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | General Securement | ||||||||
| 393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.78 | Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 396.17C | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 396.3A1 | Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| 396.3A1 | Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
Shippers Seen at Inspections
Shipper names recorded by roadside inspectors over roughly the last three years. Only inspected loads appear, so this is a sample of who the carrier hauls for, not a complete customer list. Names are as entered at the roadside; blanks and placeholders such as “N/A” or “same as carrier” are left out.
| Shipper | Inspections | Most recent |
|---|---|---|
| CHI | 4 | April 17, 2026 |
| OMNI | 3 | June 18, 2025 |
| A & A TANK TRUCK CO. | 2 | December 12, 2024 |
| WASH OUT | 1 | January 6, 2026 |
| SHELL OIL PRODUCTS US | 1 | October 15, 2025 |
| STAR MANUF | 1 | June 3, 2025 |
| WELL LOCATION | 1 | October 10, 2024 |
| TANK SOLUTIONS | 1 | October 3, 2024 |
| CHI YARD | 1 | June 11, 2024 |
| RIG TOOLS | 1 | April 15, 2024 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| June 20, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| June 19, 2019 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| October 2, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| September 3, 2013 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| January 28, 2008 | REINSTATED | Contract Carrier |
| January 14, 2008 | REVOKED | Contract Carrier |
| December 9, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| November 16, 2005 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| July 14, 1998 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| June 25, 1998 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| June 30, 2018 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| December 10, 2007 | CONTRACT | On Record |
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