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GARMAN FARMS LLC
Memphis, MO
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No Active Operating Authority
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FMCSA status: Active registration · no operating authority · DOT 680152 · MC 27936
Active
No Safety Rating
Active 9 yrs, 3 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
No Active Authority
MC-27936 · Common carrier
Insurance
Not Found
No coverage amount on file
Safety
Not Rated
29.2% OOS · 36 inspections on record
Flags · 2
No Active Operating Authority
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No Insurance Filing On Record
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Vetting notes
- Active FMCSA registration, but no active for-hire operating authority on record
- Registered with FMCSA as a private carrier — not registered to haul other companies' freight for hire
- No active insurance filing found on record
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 54.5% — above the 20.7% national average
- 36 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC27936
Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) · $0 required
MC027936
Common Carrier
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
680152
MC Number
MC-27936
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Private (property)
MCS-150 Filed
December 29, 2025
FMCSA Registration
March 12, 1997
Authority Granted
June 7, 2017
Annual Mileage
81,000 mi (2024)
Contact Information
Address
14132 County Road 857, Memphis, MO 63555-2053
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Alvin Garman
Cargo Types
General FreightLogs/Poles/BeamsBuilding MaterialsMachinery/Large ObjectsLivestockGrain/FeedDry BulkFarm SuppliesConstruction MaterialsOther Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
36
Driver Inspections
20
Vehicle Inspections
18
Out-of-Service Violations
18
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance81
Unsafe Driving15
Hours of Service7
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate6.7% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (1.2pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate54.5% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (33.8pp higher)
29.2% of 24 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
68th 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
10 of 12 inspections
Unsafe Driving
12 of 26 inspections
Hours of Service
5 of 26 inspections
Driver Fitness
1 of 26 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 26 inspections
Crash History (5)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
5
Crashes
0
Fatalities
4
Injuries
4
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 29, 2025 | IA | — | 1 | — | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| September 16, 2025 | IL | — | 2 | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| June 27, 2025 | IA | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| December 26, 2024 | IA | — | — | Yes | Fog · Daylight · Wet |
| December 15, 2024 | IA | — | 1 | Yes | Fog · Daylight · Ice |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
IA17
MO4
IL2
WI2
AR1
IN1
and 2 more states
Fleet & Equipment (36)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~19
of 2 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~17
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
18
Semi-trailer
7
Flatbed
3
Tank
3
Full Trailer
1
Grain / Hopper
1
Other Trailer
1
Truck
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD40X3AD794427 | 6 | — |
| 2022 Timpte, Inc Timpte | Grain / Hopper · 42 ft | 1TDH42220NB172350 | 3 | — |
| 2014 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49X6ED210167 | 3 | 2 |
| 2023 Kaufman Trailers Group, Llc | Other Trailer · 36 ft | 7UZFR3626P2000510 | 3 | 1 |
| 2026 Reitnouer Inc | Flatbed · 48 ft | 1RNF48A25TR003020 | 2 | 1 |
| 2011 Benson/wabash Aluminium Flatbed | Flatbed · 53 ft | 1TTE532A7B3404093 | 2 | 2 |
| 2013 Kenworth T6 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKAD49X5DJ366718 | 2 | 1 |
| 2014 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49X1ED214112 | 2 | — |
| 2013 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49X9DD207908 | 2 | — |
| 2011 Peterbilt 386 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPHD49XXBD129677 | 2 | — |
Show all 36 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walk | Semi-trailer | 5WSAA4523YN033456 | 2 | 1 |
| 2002 Bluegrass Tank & Equipment Co, Inc Bluegrass Tank & Equipment Co, Inc Trailer | Tank · 38 ft | 1B9AP38252E601201 | 1 | — |
| 2006 Bluegrass Tank & Equipment Co, Inc Bluegrass Tank & Equipment Co, Inc Trailer | Tank · 42 ft | 1B9SP42256E601255 | 1 | — |
| 1992 Freightliner USF-1E | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUYDZYB2NP534772 | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 Peterbilt 367 | Truck · Class 8 | 1NPTX4EX0DD206044 | 1 | 1 |
| Reit | — | 1RNF484H25TR00502 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Benson/wabash Aluminium Flatbed | Flatbed · 53 ft | 1TTE532A1G3938648 | 1 | — |
| 2028 Walker Stainless Equipment Co | Tank · 45 ft | 1W9P45211WN001484 | 1 | — |
| 2013 Kenworth T6 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKAA49X0DJ288471 | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 Kenworth W9 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWD49X1FJ458255 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49X1GD301611 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49X3JD472285 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49X8GD324903 | 1 | — |
| 2006 International L9327 | Tractor · Class 8 | 2HSCHAPR76C292223 | 1 | — |
| 2000 International 9900ix | Tractor · Class 8 | 2HSCKASRXYC067452 | 1 | — |
| 2013 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9TG0DN143702 | 1 | — |
| 2012 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9TJ2CN533467 | 1 | — |
| 2011 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9TJ9BN299178 | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9TK46N412033 | 1 | — |
| Wilx | Semi-trailer | 4WW5532A7D6619968 | 1 | — |
| Braf | Semi-trailer | 5BYHN2MK3SD000071 | 1 | — |
| Bradford I | Semi-trailer | 5BYHN2MK5SD000071 | 1 | — |
| Bens | Semi-trailer | 5DMFABTB13M000128 | 1 | 1 |
| Walker | Semi-trailer | 5WSAA4024AN041952 | 1 | — |
| Walker Sta | Semi-trailer | 5WSAA44338N040191 | 1 | 1 |
| Walker Sta | Full Trailer | 5WSAA45291N033838 | 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 (36)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 12, 2026 | W108001380 | DOWNING MO | II | 6 | 1 | PRAIRE FARMS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK WALKER STA |
4V4NC9TJ9BN299178 5WSAA44338N040191 |
MO 41KS0C MO 41L6VJ |
| 393.100B-C | OOSCargo - Cargo not secured to prevent leaking/spilling/blowing/falling from CMV | Improper Load Securement | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.55E-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| December 24, 2025 | 000P14RQPV | HWY 218 MT PLEASANT, IA | III | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH BLUEGRASS TANK & EQUIPMENT CO, INC |
1XKWD49X1FJ458255 1B9AP38252E601201 |
MO 50KS7C MO 14M2FH |
| 392.2-SLLS2 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 2 | ||||||||
| December 20, 2025 | 000P16DLZG | 16 - I380 SB MM 53 BRANDON, IA | III | 1 | — | SOURTHER BEET SUGAR | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT TIMPTE, INC |
1XPHD49XXBD129677 1TDH42220NB172350 |
MO 72KT3L MO 90M5DM |
| 392.2-SLLEWA1 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 1-2500 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| December 19, 2025 | 000P15JQC8 | 10 - I35 NB MM 30 OSCEOLA, IA | III | 1 | — | TYSONS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT TIMPTE, INC |
1XPHD49XXBD129677 1TDH42220NB172350 |
MO 72KT3L MO 90M5DM |
| 392.2-SLLEWA1 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 1-2500 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| October 20, 2025 | 000P144TV4 | HWY 2 E OF CORYDON, IA | II | 4 | 1 | SARGENTO | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH WALK |
1XKAA49X0DJ288471 5WSAA4523YN033456 |
MO 00KT8U MO 94L3HE |
| 393.45B2 | OOSBrake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45B2 | Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLS2 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 2 | ||||||||
| 396.17C | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| September 29, 2025 | 000P14HZ8T | US 13 NB MOUNT VERNON ROAD, IA | II | 20 | 7 | DIAMOND K POSTS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT BENSON/WABASH |
1XPBD49X6ED210167 1TTE532A7B3404093 |
MO 13KT5N MO 19M0FH |
| 395.8A-ELD | OOSELD - No record of duty status (ELD Required) | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSLIWR | OOSLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.201A | OOSFrame cracked / loose / sagging / broken | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 396.3A1 | OOSInspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| 383.51A-SIN | OOSDriving a CMV while CDL is suspended for a safety-related or unknown reason and in state of driver's license issuance | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| 393.75A2 | OOSTire-tread and/or sidewall separation | Tires | ||||||||
| 392.16 | Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV | Seat Belt | ||||||||
| 393.78 | Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.9T | Inoperable tail lamp | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.55C1 | Truck Tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 not equipped with an antilock brake system | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.104F3 | Loose or unfastened tiedown | Tiedown | ||||||||
| 390.21TB | Carrier name and/or USDOT Number not displayed as required | |||||||||
| 396.17C | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.2MI | Miscellaneous Traffic Law Violation | |||||||||
| 392.2IN | State Insurance Violation | |||||||||
| September 16, 2025 | 5005540129 | I-80, IL | I | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT BRAF |
1XPXD40X3AD794427 5BYHN2MK3SD000071 |
MO 43KT7T MO 99M4HY |
| September 11, 2025 | 000P120F46 | 39 - I35 SB MM 212 NORTHWOOD, IA | III | 2 | 1 | HAUK SALVAGE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT BENSON/WABASH |
1XPBD49X1GD301611 1TTE532A7B3404093 |
MO 81KT1H MO 19M0FH |
| 395.8A-NON-ELD | OOSNo record of duty status when one is required (ELD Not Required) | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 392.2C | Failure to obey traffic control device | Dangerous Driving | ||||||||
| August 21, 2025 | HP12100006 | BRISTOL SD | III | — | — | NA | Truck Tractor |
PETERBILT |
1XPXD40X3AD794427 |
MO 43KT7T |
| August 6, 2025 | HP03280767 | DICKINSON COUNTY - 041, KS | I | 10 | 1 | COMPANY | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER BENS |
1FUYDZYB2NP534772 5DMFABTB13M000128 |
MO 63KS8E MO 68M1KU |
| 393.75A2-TAOTLM | OOSTires - All others, 75% of the tread width is loose/missing in excess of 12 inches of circumference | Tires | ||||||||
| 390.21TC-MC | Required CMV marking(s) not legible from 50 feet while stationary due to improper size/location/color | |||||||||
| 390.21TB1-MC | Operating a CMV without legal name or trade name displayed | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIFTA | State/Local Laws - State tax/International Fuel Tax (IFTA) violation | |||||||||
| 393.9A-LHLI | Lighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.47A-BCFSBD | Drum Brake - Contaminated friction surface | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIRP | State/Local Laws - IRP apportioned tag or registration violation | |||||||||
| 393.60D | Windshield / Windows - Tinting permits less than 70% of light transmittance | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LLPL | Lighting - License plate lamp inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 395.8F1-HOSM | HOS (Manner) - Driver's record of duty status not current to the time shown for last change of duty status. Date and Time: | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| PRAIRE FARMS | 1 | January 12, 2026 |
| SOURTHER BEET SUGAR | 1 | December 20, 2025 |
| TYSONS | 1 | December 19, 2025 |
| SARGENTO | 1 | October 20, 2025 |
| DIAMOND K POSTS | 1 | September 29, 2025 |
| HAUK SALVAGE | 1 | September 11, 2025 |
| SAPUTO | 1 | June 12, 2025 |
| POTLATCH | 1 | April 25, 2025 |
| HOMESTEAD ACRES LLC | 1 | April 23, 2025 |
| ALVIN GARMAN | 1 | April 21, 2025 |
| ALVIN Z GARMAN | 1 | February 25, 2025 |
| DEAN GARMAN | 1 | July 10, 2024 |
4 more shippers named at fewer inspections.
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | REVOKED | Common Carrier |
| December 31, 2025 | Inactive Revoked | Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) |
| June 7, 2017 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| November 28, 2025 | COMMON | On Record |
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