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HOWARD SHEPPARD LLC
Sandersville, GA
CarrierChk vetting signal
Elevated concerns
Broker Bond Not On File
This broker is required to maintain a surety bond or trust fund, and FMCSA has no active filing on record. Carriers have no financial recourse if they are not paid.
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FMCSA status: Active registration · no operating authority · DOT 92818 · MC 133920
Active
Broker (Inactive)
Satisfactory
Active 16 yrs, 1 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
No Active Authority
MC-133920 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Hudson Insurance Company
Safety
Satisfactory
13.0% OOS · 47 inspections on record
Flags · 3
Broker Bond Not On File
This broker is required to maintain a surety bond or trust fund, and FMCSA has no active filing on record. Carriers have no financial recourse if they are not paid.
Broker Authority Inactive
Broker authority is on record but not currently active. This entity may not legally arrange freight for compensation.
No Active Operating Authority
FMCSA does not show active operating authority for this carrier. A carrier without it cannot legally haul interstate for-hire freight.
Broker Authority
Broker Authority
Inactive
Docket
MC133920
Surety Bond
No surety bond on file
Authority Age
16 yrs, 1 mo
Revocation Filings
2
Vetting notes
- Active FMCSA registration, but no active for-hire operating authority on record
- Insurance on file: $0
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 50.0% — above the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 0.0% — below the 5.5% national average
- 47 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC133920
Broker of Property (Except Household Goods) · $0 required
Insurance on File
HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY
BI&PD · $0 · Policy HMB200145
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$75,000
Surety bond / trust fund · required
Not on file
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
92818
MC Number
MC-133920
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
May 12, 2026
FMCSA Registration
June 1, 1974
Authority Granted
August 23, 2010
Annual Mileage
7,285,605 mi (2025)
Contact Information
Address
755 Waco Drive, Sandersville, GA 31082
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Eric Holmes
Officer 2
Trey Sheppard
Cargo Types
General FreightHousehold GoodsMetal/Sheet SteelLogs/Poles/BeamsBuilding MaterialsMachinery/Large ObjectsLiquids/GasesIntermodalGrain/FeedDry BulkRefrigerated FoodBeveragesPaper ProductsUtility EquipmentFarm SuppliesConstruction MaterialsChemicalsMeatOther Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
47
Driver Inspections
39
Vehicle Inspections
17
Out-of-Service Violations
6
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance18
Unsafe Driving18
Hours of Service0
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate0.0% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate50.0% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (29.3pp higher)
13.0% of 23 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
34th 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 9 inspections
Unsafe Driving
10 of 27 inspections
Hours of Service
0 of 27 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 27 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 27 inspections
Crash History (8)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
8
Crashes
0
Fatalities
7
Injuries
8
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 8, 2026 | GA | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| April 2, 2026 | GA | — | 2 | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| October 24, 2025 | GA | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| September 8, 2025 | GA | — | — | Yes | Other · Daylight · Dry |
| September 3, 2025 | GA | — | 2 | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| June 3, 2025 | GA | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Dawn · Dry |
| March 13, 2025 | GA | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| November 12, 2024 | GA | — | 3 | 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
GA33
US5
SC1
Fleet & Equipment (55)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~28
of 125 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~27
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
24
Dump
22
Semi-trailer
3
Truck
3
Chassis / Incomplete
1
Container Chassis
1
Logging
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 International LT62F | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZTZR3RN173470 | 4 | — |
| 2023 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 40 ft | 1E1F9U283PR083040 | 3 | — |
| East Dump | Semi-trailer | 1E1D1L288FR051430 | 2 | — |
| 2023 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 40 ft | 1E1F9U285PR083041 | 2 | — |
| 2025 Mack Pinnacle | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1PN4GY7SM016596 | 2 | — |
| 2024 Kenworth T880 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKZDP9X4RJ340624 | 2 | — |
| 2024 International LT62F | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZTZR0RN173474 | 2 | — |
| 2024 International LT62F | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZTZR7RN173472 | 2 | — |
| Cimc Vehic | Semi-trailer | 1C9CK4024DA681306 | 1 | — |
| 2023 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 26 ft | 1E1D1L280PR081478 | 1 | — |
Show all 55 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 26 ft | 1E1D1L281PR081487 | 1 | — |
| 2023 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 26 ft | 1E1D1L282PR081482 | 1 | — |
| 2023 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 26 ft | 1E1D1L283PR081488 | 1 | — |
| 2023 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 26 ft | 1E1D1L284PR081497 | 1 | — |
| 2014 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 26 ft | 1E1D1L286ER051396 | 1 | — |
| 2015 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 26 ft | 1E1D1L28XFR051421 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 40 ft | 1E1F9U28XPR083035 | 1 | — |
| 2015 Ford F-350 | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 3 | 1FDRF3G65FEA29437 | 1 | — |
| 2025 Mack Pinnacle | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1PN4GY0SM016603 | 1 | — |
| 2025 Mack Pinnacle | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1PN4GY4SM016605 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Mack Pinnacle | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1PN4GY7RM013594 | 1 | — |
| 2025 Mack Pinnacle | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1PN4GY7SM016601 | 1 | — |
| 2025 Mack Pinnacle | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1PN4GY9SM015627 | 1 | 1 |
| 2026 Kenworth T880 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKZDP9X0TJ213778 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Kenworth T880 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKZDP9X1RJ340631 | 1 | — |
| 2025 Kenworth T880 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKZDP9X3SJ154045 | 1 | — |
| 2025 Kenworth T880 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKZDP9X4SJ154040 | 1 | — |
| 2026 Kenworth T880 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKZDP9X6TJ213770 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Kenworth T880 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKZDP9XXLJ364546 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Kenworth T880 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKZDP9XXRJ340627 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Kenworth T3 Series | Truck · Class 6 | 2NKHHM6X3MM448991 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Kenworth T3 Series | Truck · Class 8 | 2NKHLJ9X5KM348459 | 1 | — |
| 2003 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Container Chassis · 46 ft | 3H3C462S03T136237 | 1 | — |
| 2024 International HV607 | Truck · Class 8 | 3HAEKTARXRL268287 | 1 | — |
| 2024 International LT62F | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZTZR0RN175144 | 1 | — |
| 2024 International LT62F | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZTZR2RN173475 | 1 | — |
| 2024 International LT62F | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZTZR4RN173476 | 1 | — |
| 2024 International LT62F | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZTZR4RN175146 | 1 | — |
| 2023 International HX620 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSPCTZR1PN617392 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 International HX620 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSPCTZR8RN635780 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 International HX620 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSPCTZR9NN617394 | 1 | — |
| 2025 Pitts Trailers | Logging · 40 ft | 5JYLP402XSPP52463 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Mac Trailer Manufacturing | Dump · 39 ft | 5MADN3920RR074514 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Mac Trailer Manufacturing | Dump · 39 ft | 5MADN3926JC043050 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Mac Trailer Manufacturing | Dump · 39 ft | 5MADN3926KS049244 | 1 | — |
| 2017 Mac Trailer Manufacturing | Dump · 39 ft | 5MADN392XHC041246 | 1 | — |
| Mac | Semi-trailer | 5MADN39B1KC049243 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Mac Trailer Manufacturing | Dump · 24 ft | 5MADS2420RC072601 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Mac Trailer Manufacturing | Dump · 24 ft | 5MADS2421RC072607 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Mac Trailer Manufacturing | Dump · 24 ft | 5MADS2422LC054205 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Mac Trailer Manufacturing | Dump · 24 ft | 5MADS2425LC054215 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Mac Trailer Manufacturing | Dump · 24 ft | 5MADS2426PC072597 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 Mac Trailer Manufacturing | Dump · 24 ft | 5MADS2427PC072592 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Mac Trailer Manufacturing | Dump · 24 ft | 5MADS2429LC054198 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Mac Trailer Manufacturing | Dump · 24 ft | 5MADS2429RC072600 | 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 (47)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 18, 2026 | 0291002113 | WRENS GA | III | 1 | — | N/A | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH EAST DUMP |
1XKZDP9X0TJ213778 1E1D1L288FR051430 |
GA C912FB GA XVV382 |
| 392.2-SLLS2 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 2 | ||||||||
| June 18, 2026 | 0291002112 | WRENS GA | III | 1 | — | N/A | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH MAC TRAILER MANUFACTURING |
1XKZDP9X6TJ213770 5MADS2421RC072607 |
GA C904FB GA YLN138 |
| 392.2-SLLS2 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 2 | ||||||||
| May 4, 2026 | 0291002014 | SANDERSVILLE GA | III | — | — | THEILE KAOLIN | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH EAST MANUFACTURING CORP. |
1XKZDP9X4SJ154040 1E1D1L282PR081482 |
GA C492ET GA YGM311 |
| April 27, 2026 | 1225001066 | PEMBROKE GA | III | 1 | — | HOWARD SHEPPARD | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL MAC TRAILER MANUFACTURING |
3HSDZTZR0RN173474 5MADN3926JC043050 |
GA C262EK GA XVU821 |
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| April 8, 2026 | 1277000474 | THOMSON GA | II | 3 | — | CARRIER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
MACK MAC TRAILER MANUFACTURING |
1M1PN4GY7SM016596 5MADS2427PC072592 |
GA C297EU GA YHZ033 |
| 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 | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LBL | Lighting - Backup lamp inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| April 2, 2026 | 1442001827 | SANDERSVILLE GA | III | — | — | HOWARD SHEPPARD | Straight Truck |
KENWORTH |
2NKHHM6X3MM448991 |
GA EBK016 |
| December 11, 2025 | 1442001639 | IVEY GA | II | 3 | 2 | HOWARD SHEPPARD | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
MACK MAC TRAILER MANUFACTURING |
1M1PN4GY9SM015627 5MADS2426PC072597 |
GA C489ET GA YHZ037 |
| 393.100B-C | OOSCargo - Cargo not secured to prevent leaking/spilling/blowing/falling from CMV | Improper Load Securement | ||||||||
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth | Tires | ||||||||
| December 4, 2025 | 0361002247 | BEECH ISLAND SC | III | — | — | SAME AS CARRIER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
MACK EAST MANUFACTURING CORP. |
1M1PN4GY0SM016603 1E1D1L284PR081497 |
GA C641EU GA YHZ046 |
| October 8, 2025 | 0291001593 | SANDERSVILLE GA | III | 1 | — | N/A | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH MAC TRAILER MANUFACTURING |
1XKZDP9X4RJ340624 5MADS2425LC054215 |
GA C783EJ GA XXA471 |
| 392.2-SLLLR | State/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation | Misc Violations | ||||||||
| October 8, 2025 | 0291001590 | STAPLETON GA | III | 1 | — | N/A | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
MACK MAC TRAILER MANUFACTURING |
1M1PN4GY4SM016605 5MADS2420RC072601 |
GA C296EU GA YLN118 |
| 392.2-SLLS2 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 2 | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| IMERY'S | 2 | March 17, 2025 |
| THEILE KAOLIN | 1 | May 4, 2026 |
| HOWARD SHEPARD | 1 | May 23, 2025 |
| EAST COAST TERMINAL | 1 | February 4, 2025 |
| SCC | 1 | December 20, 2024 |
| THIELE | 1 | September 16, 2024 |
| LAFARGE | 1 | May 16, 2024 |
| VULCON | 1 | January 29, 2024 |
| VULCAN | 1 | November 28, 2023 |
| PIEDMONT CONSTRUCTION | 1 | October 30, 2023 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| June 9, 2026 | Inactive Administrative status adjustment | Broker of Property (Except Household Goods) |
| July 8, 2021 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| July 7, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| June 3, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| May 6, 2019 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| September 23, 2013 | REVOKED | Property Broker |
| September 2, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Broker |
| August 23, 2010 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Broker |
| August 23, 2010 | Active GRANTED | Broker of Property (Except Household Goods) |
| September 21, 2007 | GRANTED | Property Broker |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| June 1, 2023 | BI&PD | On file |
| August 14, 2026 | BI&PD | Cancel · Hudson Insurance Company |
| July 15, 2026 | Operating Authority Involuntary Suspension Notice | Effective August 14, 2026 |
| August 21, 2013 | BROKER | On Record |
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