Is Carolina Disposal Service Safe? DOT 1851205 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: How many inspections has Carolina Disposal Service had?

Carolina Disposal Service has recorded 44 total inspections, with 2 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active. Review the inspection and crash data below.

Carolina Disposal Service is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 1851205. The company operates from Lexington, NC and maintains an active operating status with 14 power units and 14 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Carolina Disposal Service by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

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Vehicle OOS

44 inspections reflects moderate road activity.

OOS Rate4.55%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 4.5% — below the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records

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Tow-Away

1 crash recorded. Low count, but crash data should always be reviewed alongside inspection history.

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Carrier Insight

Carolina Disposal Service is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in North Carolina. With 44 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 4.5%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 1 crash has been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

Carolina Disposal Service has not received a formal safety rating from the FMCSA. This is common for smaller or newer carriers and does not necessarily indicate a safety problem.

The company operates 14 power units and employs 14 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 1851205?

USDOT number 1851205 is assigned to Carolina Disposal Service, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Lexington, NC.

How many inspections has Carolina Disposal Service had?

Carolina Disposal Service has recorded 44 total inspections with 2 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 4.55%.

Where is Carolina Disposal Service located?

Carolina Disposal Service is headquartered at 816 Shady Hanes Road, Lexington, NC 27295.

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# 1851205 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Carolina Disposal Service (DOT# 1851205) – FMCSA Carrier Profile