Is Hinkle Contracting Company Llc Safe? DOT 257483 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Hinkle Contracting Company Llc?

Hinkle Contracting Company Llc has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of September 26, 2000, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Hinkle Contracting Company Llc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 257483. The company operates from Paris, KY and maintains an active operating status with 57 power units and 90 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: September 26, 2000

Hinkle Contracting Company Llc 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 →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

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

OOS Rate0.00%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. This carrier has a 0% OOS rate — significantly better than the national average of ~21% for vehicles.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

4 crashes on record. This is within a common range for active carriers — assess relative to fleet size and inspection volume.

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.

0.0

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

Hinkle Contracting Company Llc is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Kentucky. With 14 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 0.0%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 4 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 Hinkle Contracting Company Llc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 57 power units and employs 90 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 257483?

USDOT number 257483 is assigned to Hinkle Contracting Company Llc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Paris, KY.

What is the safety rating of Hinkle Contracting Company Llc?

Hinkle Contracting Company Llc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of September 26, 2000.

How many inspections has Hinkle Contracting Company Llc had?

Hinkle Contracting Company Llc has recorded 14 total inspections with 0 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 0.00%.

Where is Hinkle Contracting Company Llc located?

Hinkle Contracting Company Llc is headquartered at 395 N Middletown Rd, Paris, KY 40362.

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# 257483 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Hinkle Contracting Company Llc (DOT# 257483) – FMCSA Carrier Profile