Sands Trucking Inc USDOT 3649842 – Safety, Crashes & Inspections

Q: How many inspections has Sands Trucking Inc had?

Sands Trucking Inc has recorded 5 total inspections, with 3 out-of-service orders.

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

Sands Trucking Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 3649842. The company operates from Port Arthur, TX and maintains an active operating status with 2 power units and 1 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Sands Trucking Inc by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

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

OOS Rate60.00%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 60.0% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

Crash Records

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

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Carrier Insight

Sands Trucking Inc is a small motor carrier operating in Texas. With 5 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 60.0%, 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.

Sands Trucking Inc 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 2 power units and employs 1 driver. This is a small carrier operation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 3649842?

USDOT number 3649842 is assigned to Sands Trucking Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Port Arthur, TX.

How many inspections has Sands Trucking Inc had?

Sands Trucking Inc has recorded 5 total inspections with 3 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 60.00%.

Where is Sands Trucking Inc located?

Sands Trucking Inc is headquartered at 3700 Normandy Dr Apt 69, Port Arthur, TX 77642-2151.

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# 3649842 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Sands Trucking Inc (DOT# 3649842) – FMCSA Carrier Profile