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Mountaire Farms Inc (DOT# 179855 · MC# 286076) – FMCSA Carrier Profile

doing business as PREMIUM MOUNTAIRE FRESH YOUNG CHICKEN
DOT# 179855MC# 286076● Active
Updated monthly · 2026-03-09

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Mountaire Farms Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 179855. The company operates from Selbyville, DE and maintains an active operating status with 252 power units and 227 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating
✓ Satisfactory
Rated: September 8, 2008

Mountaire Farms Inc holds a "Satisfactory" safety rating from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This rating indicates that the carrier has been found to comply with federal safety regulations based on the most recent compliance review conducted by FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

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Company Information

Address55 Hosier Street, Selbyville, DE, 19975
Phone(302) 934-4105
Emailjsyphard@mountaire.com
Entity TypePrivate Property
OperationInterstate
Power Units252(Large carrier)
Drivers227
MCS-150 FiledJune 26, 2025
Annual Mileage10,633,499 mi (2024)
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Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections
All-time
136
Total
12
OOS
1
Driver OOS
11
Vehicle OOS
136 inspections indicates a high-volume, actively operating carrier.
OOS Rate8.82%
The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 8.8% — below the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records
All-time
10
Total
0
Fatal
8
Injuries
0
Tow-Away
10 crashes reported. Review fatal and injury counts carefully alongside fleet size before engaging this carrier.

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores
Higher = more risk · FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories
0.1
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.
2.4
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

Mountaire Farms Inc is a large motor carrier operating in Delaware. With 136 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 8.8%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 10 crashes have been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

A Satisfactory rating from the FMCSA indicates that Mountaire Farms Inc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 252 power units and employs 227 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 179855?
USDOT number 179855 is assigned to Mountaire Farms Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Selbyville, DE.
What is the safety rating of Mountaire Farms Inc?
Mountaire Farms Inc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of September 8, 2008.
How many inspections has Mountaire Farms Inc had?
Mountaire Farms Inc has recorded 136 total inspections with 12 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 8.82%.
Where is Mountaire Farms Inc located?
Mountaire Farms Inc is headquartered at 55 Hosier Street, Selbyville, DE 19975.
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.
What is the MC number for Mountaire Farms Inc?
The MC number for Mountaire Farms Inc is MC# 286076. The MC number is issued by the FMCSA and authorizes carriers to operate in interstate commerce.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 179855 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →