Is Stephens Pipe & Steel Llc Safe? DOT 280534 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Stephens Pipe & Steel Llc?

Stephens Pipe & Steel Llc has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of September 29, 2015, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Stephens Pipe & Steel Llc had?

Stephens Pipe & Steel Llc has recorded 355 total inspections, with 72 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Stephens Pipe & Steel Llc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 280534. The company operates from Russell Springs, KY and maintains an active operating status with 209 power units and 124 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: September 29, 2015

Stephens Pipe & Steel 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

355

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

355 inspections indicates a high-volume, actively operating carrier.

OOS Rate20.28%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 20.3% — approaching the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

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

0.9

Unsafe Driving

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

0.2

HOS Compliance

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

0.2

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.

3.6

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

Stephens Pipe & Steel Llc is a large motor carrier operating in Kentucky. With 355 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 20.3%, 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 Stephens Pipe & Steel Llc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 209 power units and employs 124 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 280534?

USDOT number 280534 is assigned to Stephens Pipe & Steel Llc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Russell Springs, KY.

What is the safety rating of Stephens Pipe & Steel Llc?

Stephens Pipe & Steel Llc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of September 29, 2015.

How many inspections has Stephens Pipe & Steel Llc had?

Stephens Pipe & Steel Llc has recorded 355 total inspections with 72 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 20.28%.

Where is Stephens Pipe & Steel Llc located?

Stephens Pipe & Steel Llc is headquartered at 2224 Hwy 619, Russell Springs, KY 42642.

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# 280534 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Stephens Pipe & Steel Llc (DOT# 280534) – FMCSA Carrier Profile