Sandpiper Express LLC Safety Record
DOT# 2308833 · Fort Payne, AL 35967 · 2569966300
Excellent safety record — scored 0/100 (lower is better). This carrier has one of the best inspection records on file.
Last inspected 01/26/2026
Safety Score Breakdown · 0/100 points
Lower scores are better. How is this calculated?
According to FMCSA records, Sandpiper Express LLC (DOT# 2308833) in Fort Payne, Alabama has 18 inspections on record with 7 violations and a 5.6% vehicle out-of-service rate. Safety grade: A (excellent safety record). Inactive common authority.
Out-of-Service Rates vs. National Average
An out-of-service (OOS) violation means a vehicle or driver was found unsafe to operate during a roadside inspection and was prohibited from continuing until the issue was corrected.
Violation Categories · 7 total violations
FMCSA groups violations into Behavioral Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs). Each violation found during a roadside inspection is classified into a category that reflects the type of safety risk.
Inspection History · 18 records
FMCSA inspections range from Level 1 (full vehicle and driver examination) to Level 6 (enhanced motorcoach inspection). Level 1 is the most thorough; Levels 2 and 3 are walk-around and driver-only checks.
| Date | State | Veh OOS | Drv OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/26/2026 | AL | 0 | 0 |
| 01/14/2026 | US | 0 | 0 |
| 01/05/2026 | NC | 0 | 0 |
| 10/30/2025 | VA | 0 | 0 |
| 08/08/2025 | TN | 0 | 0 |
| 08/06/2025 | TN | 0 | 0 |
| 06/03/2025 | PA | 0 | 0 |
| 04/17/2025 | TN | 0 | 0 |
| 02/17/2025 | TN | 0 | 0 |
| 01/17/2025 | GA | 0 | 0 |
Authority & Insurance
FMCSA operating authority permits interstate for-hire transportation. Carriers must maintain minimum insurance coverage levels to keep authority active. BIPD (bodily injury and property damage) insurance is required for all for-hire carriers.
| Type | Insurer | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| BIPD/Primary | Canal Insurance Co. | $750 |
Fleet Profile
Power units include trucks, tractors, and other commercial motor vehicles registered to the carrier. Driver count reflects the total number of drivers reported on the carrier's MCS-150 filing.