Is Mid Carolina Steel & Recycling Co Safe? DOT 2880640 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

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

Mid Carolina Steel & Recycling Co is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 2880640. The company operates from Columbia, SC and maintains an active operating status with 10 power units and 7 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Mid Carolina Steel & Recycling Co by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

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Vehicle OOS

25 inspections reflects moderate road activity.

OOS Rate52.00%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 52.0% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

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

Mid Carolina Steel & Recycling Co is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in South Carolina. With 25 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 52.0%, which exceeds the national average of approximately 21%. 1 crash has been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

Mid Carolina Steel & Recycling Co 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 10 power units and employs 7 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 2880640?

USDOT number 2880640 is assigned to Mid Carolina Steel & Recycling Co, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Columbia, SC.

How many inspections has Mid Carolina Steel & Recycling Co had?

Mid Carolina Steel & Recycling Co has recorded 25 total inspections with 13 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 52.00%.

Where is Mid Carolina Steel & Recycling Co located?

Mid Carolina Steel & Recycling Co is headquartered at 7425 Fairfield Road, Columbia, SC 29203.

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# 2880640 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Mid Carolina Steel & Recycling Co (DOT# 2880640) – FMCSA Carrier Profile