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SCOTTY MCPHAIL INC
Walnut Grove, MS
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Elevated Driver Out-of-Service Rate
This carrier's drivers were put out of service on 14.7% of 34 driver inspections in the last 24 months — higher than 94% of carriers with a comparable number of driver inspections (national average 5.5%). This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 897763 · MC 407388
Satisfactory
Active 19 yrs, 4 mo · first granted 2001
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-407388 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Highlander Specialty Insurance Company
Safety
Satisfactory
23.5% OOS · 71 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Driver Out-of-Service Rate
This carrier's drivers were put out of service on 14.7% of 34 driver inspections in the last 24 months — higher than 94% of carriers with a comparable number of driver inspections (national average 5.5%). This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active 19 yrs, 4 mo since reinstatement on June 25, 2007; first granted July 16, 2001 (25 yrs, 3 mo ago)
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Driver out-of-service rate 14.7% — above the 5.5% national average
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 18.2% — below the 20.7% national average
- 71 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC407388
Common Carrier
Insurance on File
HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy DC920000215-00
ESSEX INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo · $0 · Policy IMTR0450
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Cargo
On file
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
897763
MC Number
MC-407388
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
July 1, 2025
FMCSA Registration
August 8, 2000
Authority First Granted
July 16, 2001
Authority Reinstated
June 25, 2007
Annual Mileage
2,100,000 mi (2024)
Contact Information
Address
14247 Hwy 21, Walnut Grove, MS 39189
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Tammy Mcphail
Officer 2
Scotty Mcphail
Cargo Types
General FreightFresh ProduceRefrigerated FoodMeatOther Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
71
Driver Inspections
46
Vehicle Inspections
34
Out-of-Service Violations
20
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance34
Unsafe Driving19
Hours of Service79
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate14.7% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (9.2pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate18.2% · national avg 20.7%
✓ Below national average
23.5% of 51 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
71st 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
13 of 23 inspections
Unsafe Driving
13 of 52 inspections
Hours of Service
15 of 52 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 52 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 52 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
1
Injuries
2
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 30, 2026 | CA | — | 1 | Yes | Fog · Daylight · Dry |
| January 12, 2026 | CA | — | — | 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
CA14
MS11
NM9
AZ7
GA6
LA6
and 7 more states
Fleet & Equipment (33)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~16
of 15 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~17
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Dry Van
16
Tractor
14
Chassis / Incomplete
1
Semi-trailer
1
Truck
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X9PD805048 | 8 | 1 |
| 2022 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3UTVS2534N8706262 | 8 | — |
| 2024 Kenworth W9 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWD49X3RR333926 | 7 | — |
| 2020 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2530L6849031 | 6 | 1 |
| 2024 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYD49X0RJ264328 | 6 | 1 |
| 2024 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYD49X9RJ264327 | 6 | 3 |
| 2025 Peterbilt 589 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPED49X3SD738645 | 5 | 2 |
| 2022 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3UTVS2532N8706261 | 5 | 2 |
| 2024 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3UTVS2533R8284474 | 5 | 1 |
| 2023 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2539P6783214 | 4 | 1 |
Show all 33 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Kenworth W9 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWD49X4RR362125 | 4 | — |
| 2024 Kenworth W9 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWD49X7RR336800 | 4 | — |
| 2024 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49X5RD648376 | 4 | — |
| 2024 Peterbilt 567 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPCD49X8RD646853 | 4 | 3 |
| 2024 Peterbilt 567 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPCD49XXRD646854 | 4 | — |
| 2024 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3UTVS2537R8284445 | 4 | 3 |
| 2023 Kenworth W9 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWD49X6PR215656 | 3 | 3 |
| 2022 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3UTVS2536N8706263 | 3 | — |
| 2019 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3UTVS2537K8643640 | 3 | — |
| Utility Tr | Semi-trailer | 1UYV5253XH6948723 | 2 | 1 |
| 2015 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2531FM050407 | 2 | 1 |
| 2020 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2532L6143226 | 2 | — |
| 2023 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2532P6783216 | 2 | 1 |
| 2020 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2534L6849114 | 2 | — |
| 2017 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2536HM811421 | 2 | 1 |
| 2015 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2539FM271821 | 2 | 1 |
| 2024 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49X9RD648378 | 2 | — |
| 2022 Peterbilt 389 | Truck · Class 8 | 1NPXL49X8ND793652 | 1 | — |
| 2017 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2536H6061605 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2537P6798701 | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 Peterbilt 589 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPED49X8SD738642 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49XXLD673464 | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 Ford F-750 | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 7 | 3FRXF7FK0DV776577 | 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 (71)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 21, 2026 | 9520Q86CM3 | NM, NM | II | — | — | SALINAS FOOD | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XKYD49X0RJ264328 1UYVS2530P6783215 |
MS A536842 MS 167076A |
| October 4, 2026 | UDO7001734 | CA, CA | II | 1 | 1 | PECO FOODS INC. | Straight Truck Trailer |
KENWORTH UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XKYD49X0RJ264328 1UYVS2530P6783215 |
MS A536842 MS 167076A |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| September 6, 2026 | V262545945 | TX, TX | II | 1 | — | FIELD FRESH FARMS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XKWD49X7RR336800 3UTVS2534N8706262 |
MS A524359 MS 167074A |
| 396.3A1-ALBV | Air Brake - Any leak from a brake valve | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| August 28, 2026 | LASDS01025 | OPELOUSAS LA | I | 3 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XPBD49X5RD648376 1UYVS2534L6849114 |
MS A536846 MS 154847A |
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.95A4-EENA | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - not readily accessible or filled | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.45D-B | Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| August 9, 2026 | UDO8004936 | CA, CA | II | 2 | — | PECO FOODS | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XKYD49X0RJ264328 1UYVS2539P6783214 |
MS A536842 MS 783214 |
| 392.2-SLLEQP | State/Local Laws - Violation of state and local law - Equipment violation. | |||||||||
| 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth | Tires | ||||||||
| July 6, 2026 | 0320000261 | ALMA KS | I | 1 | — | PECO FOODS, INC. | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XPBDP9X9PD805048 1UYVS2534L6849114 |
MS A536840 MS 154847A |
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| June 3, 2026 | 0158Q4AFBH | ANTHONY PORT OF ENTRY, NM | III | — | — | PECO FOODS INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XKWD49X4RR362125 3UTVS2534N8706262 |
MS A530954 MS 167074A |
| May 28, 2026 | XC25941183 | SANDERS AZ | II | 6 | 1 | PECO FOODS INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XKWD49X6PR215656 3UTVS2532N8706261 |
MS A536841 MS 164567A |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.9A-HLLH | Lighting - Headlamp(s) fail to operate on low and high beam | Lighting | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LHLI | Lighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| May 14, 2026 | 4910Q3QM7P | ON I-10 1 MILES E OF I10 EB MM, NM | III | — | — | LEGACY FRESH/BILLY THE KID PRODUCE | Truck Tractor |
KENWORTH |
1XKWD49X3RR333926 |
MS A536845 |
| April 29, 2026 | LAPKS01826 | HAUGHTON LA | III | 3 | 1 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XKYD49X9RJ264327 3UTVS2537R8284445 |
MS A536843 MS 163451A |
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 392.22B-DFPWD | Driver - Failed to place warning devices on the road surface | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 392.22A-D | Driver - Failed to activate hazard warning signal flashers | Other Driver Violations | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| PECO FOODS INC | 20 | October 4, 2026 |
| FIELD FRESH FARMS | 2 | September 6, 2026 |
| STEINBECK COUNTRY PRODUCE | 2 | June 25, 2025 |
| SALINAS FOOD | 1 | October 21, 2026 |
| LEGACY FRESH/BILLY THE KID PRODUCE | 1 | May 14, 2026 |
| SCOTTY MCPHAL | 1 | April 22, 2026 |
| LOS ANGELES POULTRY | 1 | February 8, 2026 |
| PECOS FOODS INC | 1 | February 5, 2026 |
| CALALU | 1 | September 30, 2025 |
| CALALU,LLC DBA CALIFORNIA SPECIALTY FARMS | 1 | September 30, 2025 |
| AGRO JAL COOLING | 1 | July 31, 2025 |
| PECO FOOD INC | 1 | June 11, 2025 |
9 more shippers named at fewer inspections.
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| July 11, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| June 16, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| July 14, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| June 17, 2022 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| July 15, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| June 17, 2021 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| July 14, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| June 17, 2020 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| July 15, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| June 17, 2019 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| July 11, 2025 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| July 14, 2010 | Cargo | On file |
| September 8, 2006 | COMMON | On Record |
| June 21, 2006 | COMMON | On Record |
| August 12, 2002 | COMMON | On Record |
| September 28, 2001 | COMMON | On Record |
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