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HALE ENTERPRISES LLC
Buffalo, MO
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Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
41.7% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 85% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 396582 · MC 706859
Satisfactory
Active 16 yrs, 6 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-706859 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Granite State Insurance Co.
Safety
Satisfactory
41.7% OOS · 14 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
41.7% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 85% 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 for 16 yrs, 6 mo
- Insurance on file: $1,000,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 28.6% — above the 20.7% national average
- 14 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC706859
Common Carrier, Contract Carrier
Insurance on File
GRANITE STATE INSURANCE CO.
BI&PD · $1,000,000 · Policy 02-CA-005346047
GRANITE STATE INSURANCE CO.
Cargo · $0 · Policy 02-CA-005346047
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$1,000,000
Cargo
On file
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
396582
MC Number
MC-706859
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire, Private (property)
MCS-150 Filed
March 5, 2026
FMCSA Registration
June 13, 1990
Authority Granted
March 25, 2010
Annual Mileage
10,000 mi (2025)
Contact Information
Address
1968 Us Hwy 65, Buffalo, MO 65622
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Kerrie Hale
Cargo Types
General FreightOther Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
14
Driver Inspections
5
Vehicle Inspections
9
Out-of-Service Violations
10
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance9
Unsafe Driving3
Hours of Service5
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate20.0% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (14.5pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate28.6% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (7.9pp higher)
41.7% of 12 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
85th percentile among carriers with 10–24 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
4 of 7 inspections
Unsafe Driving
3 of 12 inspections
Hours of Service
4 of 12 inspections
Driver Fitness
2 of 12 inspections
Controlled Substances
1 of 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 9, 2025 | MO | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Dark - Not Lighted · Dry |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
MO5
AR4
IL1
LA1
MS1
NV1
Fleet & Equipment (14)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~7
of 4 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~7
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Dry Van
7
Tractor
5
Truck
2
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Western Star 5700 | Tractor · Class 8 | 5KJJBHDR4GLHA8851 | 4 | 1 |
| 2009 International LF627 | Tractor · Class 8 | 2HSCUAPR19C086864 | 3 | 1 |
| 2021 International LT625 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZAPR6MN231183 | 2 | — |
| 2008 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GRAA06218B700058 | 1 | — |
| 2001 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 6 ft | 1GRAA06221B124406 | 1 | — |
| 2008 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GRAA06258G345902 | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 6 ft | 1GRAA06267G344630 | 1 | — |
| 2010 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GRAA0626AT554157 | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 6 ft | 1GRAA062X7J617846 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49X6KD627025 | 1 | — |
Show all 14 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Freightliner M2 | Truck · Class 6 | 3ALACWFC2MDMJ8514 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Freightliner M2 | Truck · Class 7 | 3ALACXFC5RDVA5476 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH4NN289298 | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VA53217M700896 | 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 (14)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 2, 2026 | 0824001031 | LANCASTER MO | II | 2 | — | — | Truck Tractor |
INTERNATIONAL |
2HSCUAPR19C086864 |
MO 60KU9A |
| 393.11A1-CSLRR | Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLS3 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 3 | ||||||||
| May 13, 2026 | W120003604 | ST CLAIR MO | II | 1 | — | HALE FIREWORKS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
2HSCUAPR19C086864 1GRAA06218B700058 |
MO 60KU9A MO 99M2SB |
| 177.823A-HMPMCNP-L6-1 | HM (Placarding) - Any of the required placards for a category of material (hazard class or division) are missing. CVSA Inspection Bulletin 2017-03 - Display of GH | Markings - HM | ||||||||
| April 27, 2026 | 1410001085 | MOUNT VERNON MO | II | 3 | 1 | S/A CARRIER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
2HSCUAPR19C086864 1GRAA0626AT554157 |
MO 60KU9A MO 97M8SB |
| 177.823A-HMPMCNP50% | OOSHM (Placarding) - 50% or more of the required placards for a category of material (hazard class or division) are missing. CVSA Inspection Bulletin 2017-03 - Displ | Markings - HM | ||||||||
| 393.207F-SLAS | Suspension - Leaking 3 PSI in 5 minutes | Suspension | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| March 11, 2026 | 5002350058 | I-64, IL | III | — | — | — | Truck Tractor |
PETERBILT |
1XPBD49X6KD627025 |
MO 62KT3W |
| March 5, 2026 | 1376002135 | SAINT ROBERT MO | III | — | — | — | Truck Tractor |
WESTERN STAR |
5KJJBHDR4GLHA8851 |
MO 22AP3G |
| December 21, 2025 | 7350000505 | CONWAY AR | III | 4 | 3 | N/A | Straight Truck |
FREIGHTLINER |
3ALACXFC5RDVA5476 |
IN 3758284 |
| 383.23A2-LCDLN | OOSLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 392.5A3-IDUI | OOSIntoxicating - No driver shall be on duty or operate a commercial motor vehicle while the driver possesses an intoxicating beverage, regardless of its alcohol con | Alcohol Possession | ||||||||
| 391.41A-MCPC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial motor vehicle without showing proof of a valid medical certification upon request, but presents proof prior to com | Medical Certificate | ||||||||
| December 8, 2025 | 5110000961 | HARRISON AR | II | 6 | 2 | SELF | Straight Truck |
FREIGHTLINER |
3ALACWFC2MDMJ8514 |
IN 38020090 |
| 383.23A2-LCDLN | OOSLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLS3 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 3 | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLL | State/Local Laws - | |||||||||
| 391.41A-MCPC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial motor vehicle without showing proof of a valid medical certification upon request, but presents proof prior to com | Medical Certificate | ||||||||
| 172.504A-HMPS | HM (Placarding) - Bulk package/freight container/unit load device/transport vehicle not placarded as required. | Markings - HM | ||||||||
| December 3, 2025 | 3011011626 | MADISON COUNTY, MS | III | — | — | EMPTY | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
WESTERN STAR GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
5KJJBHDR4GLHA8851 1GRAA06267G344630 |
MO 22AP3G MO 31M1ET |
| August 12, 2025 | W160000566 | PHILLIPSBURG MO | II | 6 | 2 | HALE FIREWORKS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
4V4NC9EH4NN289298 1GRAA06258G345902 |
IN 3771264 MO 31M5ET |
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 177.834A-HMC | OOSHM (Cargo) - Operating a motor vehicle with HM not blocked/braced/secured as required. NOTE: Any shifting likely to adversely affect HM/DG package integrity, unde | Load Securement - HM | ||||||||
| 390.21TB1-MC | Operating a CMV without legal name or trade name displayed | |||||||||
| 172.602A4-HMER | HM (Emergency Response) - Failing to have the immediate precautions to be taken in the event of an accident or incident on the emergency response information. | Documentation - HM | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSML | Lighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| June 7, 2025 | 7310000488 | HARRISON AR | II | 5 | — | N/A | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
WESTERN STAR VANGUARD NATIONAL TRAILER CORPORATION (VNTC) |
5KJJBHDR4GLHA8851 5V8VA53217M700896 |
MO 22AP3G MO 91L7CP |
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSIV | State/Local Laws - State insurance violation | |||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.203A-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Door missing/broken | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 393.78A-WS | Washers - Inoperative washing system. | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| HALE FIREWORKS | 2 | May 13, 2026 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| March 25, 2010 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| March 1, 2010 | Cargo | On file |
| March 1, 2010 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
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