Is Delta Companies Inc Safe? DOT 178535 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Delta Companies Inc?

Delta Companies Inc has a safety rating of "Conditional" as of August 10, 2010, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Delta Companies Inc had?

Delta Companies Inc has recorded 10 total inspections, with 1 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with a Conditional safety rating and no crashes reported.

Delta Companies Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 178535. The company operates from Paragould, AR and maintains an active operating status with 9 power units and 24 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

⚠ Conditional

Rated: August 10, 2010

Delta Companies Inc holds a "Conditional" safety rating from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This rating indicates that some safety deficiencies were found during the most recent compliance review conducted by FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

10 inspections — relatively low volume, which may indicate a smaller or newer carrier.

OOS Rate10.00%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 10.0% — approaching the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

✅No crashes reported (FMCSA data)

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

Higher = more risk · FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories

0.7

Unsafe Driving

Measures violations related to speeding, reckless driving, and improper lane changes.

0.0

HOS Compliance

Tracks hours-of-service violations, including driving beyond legal limits without rest.

0.0

Driver Fitness

Reflects issues with driver qualifications, licenses, and medical certifications.

0.0

Controlled Substances

Captures drug and alcohol violations, including failed or refused tests.

4.8

Vehicle Maintenance

Reflects brake, tire, lighting, and other equipment-related inspection violations.

Scores above 65 (general freight) or 50 (passenger/hazmat) trigger an FMCSA Alert. Higher scores indicate more safety risk. National median is approximately 20–30 for active carriers.

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Carrier Insight

Delta Companies Inc is a small motor carrier operating in Arkansas. With 10 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 10.0%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. No crashes have been reported in FMCSA records, which is a positive indicator for shippers and brokers evaluating this carrier.

A Conditional rating from the FMCSA indicates that Delta Companies Inc has some safety deficiencies that need to be addressed. Shippers and brokers should review the BASICS scores carefully.

The company operates 9 power units and employs 24 drivers. This is a small carrier operation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 178535?

USDOT number 178535 is assigned to Delta Companies Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Paragould, AR.

What is the safety rating of Delta Companies Inc?

Delta Companies Inc has a safety rating of Conditional as of August 10, 2010.

How many inspections has Delta Companies Inc had?

Delta Companies Inc has recorded 10 total inspections with 1 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 10.00%.

Where is Delta Companies Inc located?

Delta Companies Inc is headquartered at 11719 Hwy 412 West, Paragould, AR 72450.

What does "Not Rated" mean?

"Not Rated" means the FMCSA has not conducted a formal compliance review for this carrier. It does not indicate a safety problem — many active carriers operate without a formal rating.

Is zero crashes always a good sign?

Generally yes, but context matters. A carrier with zero crashes and very few inspections may simply have limited road exposure. Always review crash data alongside inspection volume and fleet size.

What is a normal OOS rate?

The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is approximately 21%. Driver OOS averages around 5%. Rates significantly above these thresholds may indicate recurring compliance issues.

How often is FMCSA data updated?

FMCSA publishes updated carrier data monthly. This page reflects the most recent available snapshot, updated on the date shown above.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 178535 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Delta Companies Inc (DOT# 178535) – FMCSA Carrier Profile