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J HIGGINS TRUCKING INC
DBA: J Higgins Trucking
Tulsa, OK
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 803834 · MC 599139
Satisfactory
Active 19 yrs, 6 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-599139 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
National Union Fire Ins. Co. Of Pitsbgh. Pa
Safety
Satisfactory
26.7% OOS · 23 inspections on record
✓ No risk flags found on authority or insurance records
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 19 yrs, 6 mo
- Insurance on file: $1,000,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 42.9% — above the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 8.3% — above the 5.5% national average
- 23 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC599139
Contract Carrier
Insurance on File
NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA
BI&PD · $1,000,000 · Policy 013-54-4872
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$1,000,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
803834
MC Number
MC-599139
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Entity Type
Individual
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
April 27, 2026
FMCSA Registration
April 1, 1999
Authority Granted
April 13, 2007
Annual Mileage
394,196 mi (2025)
Contact Information
Location
Tulsa, OK
Email
Cargo Types
Metal/Sheet SteelOther Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
23
Driver Inspections
16
Vehicle Inspections
11
Out-of-Service Violations
11
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance39
Unsafe Driving0
Hours of Service0
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate8.3% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (2.8pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate42.9% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (22.2pp higher)
26.7% of 15 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
63rd 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
5 of 7 inspections
Unsafe Driving
0 of 17 inspections
Hours of Service
0 of 17 inspections
Driver Fitness
1 of 17 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 17 inspections
Crash History (2)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
2
Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
2
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 8, 2025 | OK | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| June 23, 2025 | OK | — | — | 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
OK12
TX5
MO2
KS1
Fleet & Equipment (20)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~8
of 18 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~12
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Dump
9
Tractor
8
Grain / Hopper
1
Semi-trailer
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXDP9X7RD674212 | 6 | — |
| 2024 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD40X2RD674209 | 4 | 2 |
| 2024 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X5RD674210 | 3 | — |
| 2016 Construction Trailer Specialists | Dump · 40 ft | 5TU344025GS000139 | 3 | — |
| 2024 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXDP9X3RD606490 | 2 | 2 |
| 2016 Clement Industries Clement | Dump · 45 ft | 5C2BB45B7GM009559 | 2 | 1 |
| 2005 Manac Trailers Usa Manac | Grain / Hopper | 5MC5156265P005677 | 2 | — |
| 2012 Construction Trailer Specialists | Dump · 36 ft | 5TU343626CS000467 | 2 | — |
| 2015 Construction Trailer Specialists | Dump · 38 ft | 5TU343822FS000810 | 2 | 1 |
| 2015 Construction Trailer Specialists | Dump · 38 ft | 5TU343826FS000938 | 2 | 2 |
Show all 20 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cts | — | 1C93432292S770507 | 1 | — |
| 2008 Dragon Products | Dump · 38 ft | 1UNSD38248R083085 | 1 | — |
| 2017 Kenworth W9 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWDP9X9HJ161108 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9X0KJ251909 | 1 | — |
| 2001 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DB9X91N533716 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXDP0X2RD674213 | 1 | — |
| 2015 Clement Industries Clement | Dump · 45 ft | 5C2BB45B7FM009463 | 1 | — |
| 2013 Construction Trailer Specialists | Dump · 37 ft | 5TU343722DS000532 | 1 | — |
| 2012 Construction Trailer Specialists | Dump · 37 ft | 5TU34372XCS001250 | 1 | — |
| Jimd | Semi-trailer | ARKAVTL0500104397 | 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 (23)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 27, 2026 | V262526077 | TX, TX | I | 4 | 2 | EMPTY | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT CONSTRUCTION TRAILER SPECIALISTS |
1XPXD40X2RD674209 5TU343826FS000938 |
OK 3KA067 OK 8432LJ |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| June 30, 2026 | W500174709 | OK, OK | III | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT CONSTRUCTION TRAILER SPECIALISTS |
1XPXDP9X7RD674212 5TU343822FS000810 |
OK 3KE260 OK 4749KA |
| June 10, 2026 | V262422801 | IH45 NB NEW WAVERLY SCALE, TX | II | — | — | J HIGGINS TRUCKING INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT CLEMENT INDUSTRIES |
1XPXD40X2RD674209 5C2BB45B7FM009463 |
OK 3KA067 OK CB2102 |
| April 24, 2026 | V262319279 | IH45 NB NEW WAVERLY SCALE, TX | II | 4 | 1 | NONE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT CLEMENT INDUSTRIES |
1XPXD40X2RD674209 5C2BB45B7GM009559 |
OK 3KA067 OK DH4282 |
| 393.9TS | OOSInoperative turn signal | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 396.17C | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 392.2RG | State vehicle registration or License Plate violation | |||||||||
| February 17, 2026 | W500174412 | INTERSTATE 40 2 W OF SALLISAW, OK | III | — | — | BORG COMPRESSED | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT CONSTRUCTION TRAILER SPECIALISTS |
1XPXDP9X7RD674212 5TU343722DS000532 |
OK 3KE260 OK 4141JT |
| February 11, 2026 | V262200353 | IH45 NB NEW WAVERLY SCALE, TX | I | 9 | 2 | ELG | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT CONSTRUCTION TRAILER SPECIALISTS |
1XPXDP9X3RD606490 5TU343826FS000938 |
OK 3JN383 OK 8432LJ |
| 383.23A2 | OOSOperating a CMV without a CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 391.11B4 | OOSMedical (Certificate) - Operating a CDL (passenger or property carrying) vehicle that is non-excepted and the driver has self-certified as excepted interstate or | Physical | ||||||||
| 393.11TL | Truck-Tractor lower rear mud flaps retroreflective sheeting / reflex reflective material requirements for vehicles manufactured after July 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.24A | Non-compliance with headlamp requirements | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.45DLUV | Brake Connections with Leaks Under Vehicle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | Lighting | ||||||||
| 396.3A1 | Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| January 28, 2026 | U700161680 | US 271 SPIRO, OK | III | — | — | MC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT CONSTRUCTION TRAILER SPECIALISTS |
1XPXDP0X2RD674213 5TU344025GS000139 |
OK 3KP718 OK 5766LR |
| December 30, 2025 | P313152543 | CTP/NORTH GATE, OK | III | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT CONSTRUCTION TRAILER SPECIALISTS |
1XPXDP9X7RD674212 5TU34372XCS001250 |
OK 3KE260 OK 8623JP |
| December 10, 2025 | R613152650 | I-40/ SALLISAW, OK | III | — | — | BORG | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT CONSTRUCTION TRAILER SPECIALISTS |
1XPXDP9X7RD674212 5TU343626CS000467 |
OK 3KE260 OK CB2873 |
| November 14, 2025 | V252114695 | IH45 NB NEW WAVERLY SCALE, TX | II | 3 | — | HIGGINS TRUCKING | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT CLEMENT INDUSTRIES |
1XPXD40X2RD674209 5C2BB45B7GM009559 |
OK 3KA067 OK DH4282 |
| 393.60D | Windshield / Windows - Tinting permits less than 70% of light transmittance | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.95A | No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| CMC TULSA | 2 | September 5, 2025 |
| BORG COMPRESSED | 1 | February 17, 2026 |
| ELG | 1 | February 11, 2026 |
| BORG | 1 | December 10, 2025 |
| HIGGINS TRUCKING | 1 | November 14, 2025 |
| YAFFE METALS | 1 | March 26, 2025 |
| WEBB WHEEL PRODUCTS | 1 | October 10, 2024 |
| REWORLD TULSA LLC | 1 | July 26, 2024 |
| GERICKE IRON & METAL | 1 | April 16, 2024 |
| BORG COMPRESSED STEEL | 1 | February 25, 2024 |
| COVANTA | 1 | February 13, 2024 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| May 8, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| April 10, 2026 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| May 7, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| April 10, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| May 6, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| April 10, 2013 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| May 7, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| April 10, 2012 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| April 13, 2007 | GRANTED | Contract Carrier |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
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