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MCWHORTER LOGGING INC
Lincolnton, GA
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 507138 · MC 44551
Conditional
Active 9 yrs
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-44551 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Granite State Insurance Co.
Safety
Conditional
10.2% OOS · 78 inspections on record
✓ No risk flags found on authority or insurance records
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 9 yrs
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Conditional
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 71.4% — above the 20.7% national average
- 78 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC044551
Common Carrier
Insurance on File
GRANITE STATE INSURANCE CO.
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy 02-CA-023934303-0
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
507138
MC Number
MC-44551
Safety Rating
Conditional
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire, Private (property)
MCS-150 Filed
December 10, 2025
FMCSA Registration
December 15, 1992
Authority Granted
September 11, 2017
Annual Mileage
1,371,447 mi (2024)
Contact Information
Address
5006 Double Branches Road, Lincolnton, GA 30817
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
John Price Mcwhorter
Cargo Types
Logs/Poles/BeamsMachinery/Large ObjectsOther Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
78
Driver Inspections
67
Vehicle Inspections
17
Out-of-Service Violations
17
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance46
Unsafe Driving22
Hours of Service0
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate0.0% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate71.4% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (50.7pp higher)
10.2% of 49 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
28th 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
7 of 8 inspections
Unsafe Driving
10 of 54 inspections
Hours of Service
0 of 54 inspections
Driver Fitness
2 of 54 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 54 inspections
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
SC45
GA22
Fleet & Equipment (49)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~20
of 23 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~29
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
18
Flatbed
7
Grain / Hopper
6
Logging
4
Semi-trailer
4
Dry Van
3
Crib Log Trailer
2
Chassis / Incomplete
1
Equipment Trailer
1
Full Trailer
1
Truck
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X5PD893164 | 8 | 1 |
| 2024 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49XXRD684621 | 6 | 1 |
| 2021 Kalyn Siebert | Dry Van · 45 ft | 5DDKV4520M1068161 | 6 | 2 |
| 2005 Kenworth T800 | Truck · Class 8 | 1NKDLU9X45J089684 | 5 | 1 |
| 2024 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X9RD647835 | 5 | 1 |
| 2026 Iti | Flatbed · 45 ft | 1Z92B4527TT199017 | 5 | 1 |
| 2021 Kalyn Siebert | Dry Van · 45 ft | 5DDKV4526M1068164 | 5 | — |
| 2024 John Evans Manufacturing | Logging · 40 ft | 1J9G140BXR1003052 | 4 | — |
| 2021 Kenworth T8 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKDP4EX8MR465951 | 4 | 1 |
| 2024 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X1RD684622 | 4 | 1 |
Show all 49 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXDP9X4GD301416 | 4 | — |
| Unpublishe | Semi-trailer | 1Z9PT4025VC030031 | 4 | — |
| 2023 International HX520 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSPAAPT5PN512055 | 4 | — |
| 2026 Dorsey | Grain / Hopper · 45 ft | 7KYCV4525TED41462 | 4 | — |
| 2022 John Evans Manufacturing | Logging · 40 ft | 1J9G140B4N1003266 | 3 | 1 |
| 2028 Peerless | Grain / Hopper · 45 ft | 1PLE0452XWPE26496 | 3 | — |
| 2013 Kenworth T8 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKDD49X6DJ357698 | 3 | — |
| 2016 Kenworth T880 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKZDP9X2GJ459768 | 3 | — |
| 2024 International HX520 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSPAAPR6RN106986 | 3 | 1 |
| 2004 Pitts Trailers | Logging · 40 ft | 5JYLP40254P041238 | 3 | 1 |
| 2025 Western Star 49X Chassis | Tractor · Class 8 | 5KJJBWDR3SLWB9511 | 3 | — |
| 2023 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X0PD892200 | 2 | — |
| 2023 Iti | Flatbed · 42 ft | 1Z92E4223PT199257 | 2 | 1 |
| Homemade T | Semi-trailer | 1Z9PT4020XP030157 | 2 | — |
| Freightlin | Tractor | 3ALXA7CG8FDGL8307 | 2 | — |
| 2016 Kenworth T8 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 3WKDD49X6GF110805 | 2 | — |
| 2022 Kalyn Siebert | Equipment Trailer · 26 ft | 5DDKE2639N1028352 | 2 | 1 |
| 2024 Kalyn Siebert | Dry Van · 45 ft | 5DDKV4521R1128231 | 2 | — |
| 2005 Pitts Trailers | Flatbed · 40 ft | 5JYLT40225P050153 | 2 | — |
| Other | Crib Log Trailer | 16N3402AEM0910214 | 1 | — |
| 2022 Ford F-550 | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 5 | 1FD0W5HTXNED63437 | 1 | — |
| 2025 John Evans Manufacturing | Logging · 40 ft | 1J9G140BXS1003137 | 1 | — |
| Pitts | Semi-trailer | 1PELT4025WP981494 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Peerless | Grain / Hopper · 43 ft | 1PLE04321PPB12918 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Peerless | Grain / Hopper · 43 ft | 1PLE04321PPB12921 | 1 | — |
| 2000 Peerless | Grain / Hopper · 45 ft | 1PLE04525YPB31289 | 1 | — |
| 2027 Peerless | Grain / Hopper · 45 ft | 1PLE04526VPH22663 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Flatbed · 48 ft | 1UYFS2480GA618103 | 1 | — |
| 2015 Kenworth T880 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKZDP9XXFJ466420 | 1 | — |
| 2026 Iti | Flatbed · 45 ft | 1Z92B4523TT199029 | 1 | — |
| Unpublishe | Semi-trailer | 1Z92B4527ST190060 | 1 | — |
| 2026 Iti | Flatbed · 45 ft | 1Z92B452XTT199030 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Iti | Flatbed · 42 ft | 1Z92E4227RT199037 | 1 | — |
| 2024 International HX520 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSPAAPR3RN481203 | 1 | — |
| 2023 International HX520 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSPAAPR9PN228402 | 1 | — |
| Csi | Full Trailer | 4415093987 | 1 | — |
| Kaly | — | 5DDKV5420M1068161 | 1 | — |
| 2026 Western Star 49X Chassis | Tractor · Class 8 | 5KJJBWDR8TLWM6709 | 1 | — |
| Blac | Crib Log Trailer | 795930 | 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 (78)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 17, 2026 | 0381002452 | CLINTON SC | III | 2 | — | SAME AS CARRIER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT ITI |
1XPXD49X1RD684622 1Z92B452XTT199030 |
GA P942CN GA WIH689 |
| 392.2-SLLS1 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 1-5 miles per hour over the speed limit | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA1 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 1-2500 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| August 31, 2026 | 0393002010 | MOUNTVILLE SC | III | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XPXD49XXRD684621 1UYFS2480GA618103 |
GA C569FL GA C1410349 |
| 392.2-SLLS1 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 1-5 miles per hour over the speed limit | |||||||||
| August 27, 2026 | 0358002793 | LEXINGTON SC | II | 2 | 1 | N/A | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT ITI |
1XPXD49X9RD647835 1Z92B4527TT199017 |
GA C265EH GA WIH684 |
| 392.9A2-C | OOSCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | General Securement | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| August 17, 2026 | 0343004467 | STARR SC | III | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
WESTERN STAR ITI |
5KJJBWDR3SLWB9511 1Z92B4527TT199017 |
GA P155CT GA WIH684 |
| 392.2-SLLS1 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 1-5 miles per hour over the speed limit | |||||||||
| August 14, 2026 | 0395002130 | GREENWOOD SC | III | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL JOHN EVANS MANUFACTURING |
3HSPAAPR6RN106986 1J9G140BXR1003052 |
GA P188CH GA TR7381A |
| August 4, 2026 | 0389001692 | JACKSON SC | III | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL ITI |
3HSPAAPT5PN512055 1Z92E4223PT199257 |
GA P962CK GA WIH665 |
| 392.2-SLLEWG3 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - More than 5000 lbs over on allowable gross weight | |||||||||
| July 15, 2026 | 0391001896 | GREENWOOD SC | III | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT KALYN SIEBERT |
1XPXD49X5PD893164 5DDKV4526M1068164 |
GA C880EE GA WIH926 |
| 392.2-SLLEWG2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on allowable gross weight | |||||||||
| July 14, 2026 | 0279000154 | NINETY SIX SC | III | 1 | — | NA | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT KALYN SIEBERT |
1XPXD49X5PD893164 5DDKV4526M1068164 |
GA C880EE GA WIH926 |
| 392.2-SLLS1 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 1-5 miles per hour over the speed limit | |||||||||
| July 10, 2026 | 0347003469 | GREENWOOD SC | III | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XPXD49X0PD892200 1UYFS2480GA618103 |
GA C213ED GA C1385430 |
| June 18, 2026 | 1415001931 | THOMSON GA | III | 1 | — | N/A | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH JOHN EVANS MANUFACTURING |
1NKDLU9X45J089684 1J9G140B4N1003266 |
GA IP253S GA 1208VB |
| 392.16-D | Driver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV | Seat Belt | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| SIMS BARK | 1 | May 29, 2026 |
| FEMA | 1 | May 22, 2025 |
| MCWHORTER LAND & TIMBER | 1 | May 22, 2025 |
| BOWMSIMS BARK CO | 1 | April 10, 2025 |
| BFM ENT | 1 | September 25, 2024 |
| MCWHORTHER | 1 | June 25, 2024 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| September 11, 2017 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
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