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Lone Star Van Lines

4011 E Loop 820 S, Fort Worth, TX 76119

DOT 601326

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Company information

Lone Star Van Lines has made their mark along Fort Worth's bustling East Loop 820 South corridor since 1981, where this family-owned operation runs a tight ship under president Shelby Thigpen's leadership. With over four decades of moving experience and BBB accreditation since 2017, they've built something special in the competitive Dallas-Fort Worth market—affordable rates starting at just $75 per hour combined with that personal touch you don't get from the big corporate chains. Their approach differs from typical moving outfits because they handle everything from tiny apartment moves to massive multi-building relocations, and they're not afraid to tackle the complicated stuff either. What really makes them stand out is their commitment to accurate pricing through in-home estimates rather than surprise fees later, plus they maintain both semi-trucks and box trucks to handle jobs of any size. The crew works Monday through Thursday, keeping things efficient while their community involvement—like funding water wells in Africa—shows they care about more than just moving boxes around Fort Worth.

Department of Transportation Government Data

All data is sourced from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).

Company Profile

Years in Business: 30 years - First Registered in May. 1995

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: 1 year ago

Company Information

Legal Name

lone star van lines inc

DOT Number

601326

Registration Date

05/11/1995

Business Type

corporation

Entity Type

Carrier

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

06/20/2024

Added Date

05/11/1995

Cargo Types

Household Goods

Company Officers

Officer 1

shelby thigpen

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Key Metrics

High-level performance indicators to quickly assess the company's scale and activity.

Annual Miles (2023)

2,160,012

Filled: 06/20/2024

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

7

Total Drivers

6

CDL

Fleet Size:
E
- 9-11

11

Total Trucks

Safety Rating

S

Latest Review: N (1/1/1970)

Safety Information

Detailed safety guidelines and procedures to ensure compliance and minimize risks.

Violations

Total
Severe (Out of Service)
Driver Unfit to Drive
Unsafe Driving
Tired Driver
Vehicle Not Well Maintained

Violations explained

These are all the recorded violations for Lone Star Van Lines

Total: All recorded violations.
Severe (Out of Service): Critical violations halting operations until fixed. (The truck or the driver cannot drive and it would be illegal for them to do so.)
Driver Unfit to Drive: Violations regarding driver qualifications (medical, CDL, documents). For example, they are supposed to wear eyeglasses but are found driving without them.
Unsafe Driving: Violations like speeding, improper lane changes, ignoring traffic signs.
Tired Driver: Violations of driving/rest period rules preventing fatigue.
Vehicle Not Well Maintained: Vehicle-related violations (brakes, lights, cargo security, mechanical).

Monthly Risk Score

5 measures combined monthly score

The Risk Score evaluates each carrier's safety performance, combining key factors to provide a comprehensive safety assessment.

Purpose of the Risk Score: The score identifies carriers with higher safety risks by analyzing critical safety factors and providing actionable insights for improvement.

Factors Included in the Score: Combines unsafe driving, hours of service, driver fitness, substance use, and vehicle maintenance measures into a single metric.

Weight Distribution: Each factor is weighted based on its impact on safety, with unsafe driving and compliance having the highest influence.

Data Sources: Derived from regulatory records, inspection results, and carrier-reported data, ensuring a robust and accurate evaluation.

Use of the Risk Score: Helps stakeholders identify high-risk carriers, prioritize interventions, and promote safer practices across the transportation industry.

Drivers

Overview of vehicle assets and their allocation for operational needs.

Driver & Distance Allocation

Breakdown of driver assignments by route type and trip distance.

Local(< 100 mi)

Long-Distance(> 100 mi)

Total

Out-of-State077

No in-state trips recorded for this period.

Inspections

This is a list of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration inspections from highway stops, conducted either randomly by highway patrol or at weigh stations.

REPORT #

DATE

↓

STATE

DRIVER VIOLATIONS

VEHICLE VIOLATIONS

UNSAFE DRIVING VIOLATIONS

DRIVER FATIGUE VIOLATIONS

SUBSTANCES OR ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS

VEHICLE MAINT. VIOLATIONS

XC92570255

2024-10-24

AZ

1

0

0

1

0

0

AP43030218

2024-10-23

OR

1

0

0

2

0

0

24GD001564

2024-08-28

UT

0

0

0

0

0

4

4774O6MBKH

2024-08-25

NM

0

0

1

0

0

0

SPT0580224

2024-06-21

NY

0

0

0

1

0

0

W134007945

2024-05-13

MO

0

0

0

0

0

0

V241382085

2024-04-29

TX

0

0

0

0

0

0

1513414191

2024-04-11

CO

0

0

0

0

0

0

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

89

Total Inspections

4

Inspections per 100k miles

Inspections

2

Failed Inspections

2

Driver Failures

0

Vehicle Failures

Violations

This is a list of violations that occurred during Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration inspections.

Insp Date

Category

Severe Failure

Violation Details

2024-10-24

Hours-of-Service ComplianceYes

HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed

2024-10-23

Hours-of-Service ComplianceYes

HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed

2024-10-23

Hours-of-Service ComplianceNo

HOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain

2024-08-28

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Drum Brake - Missing/broken component(s).

2024-08-28

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Tires - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area.

2024-08-28

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth.

2024-08-28

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Lighting - Tail lamp - Any inoperative.

2024-08-28

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Drum Brake - Missing/broken component(s)

Violations

419

Total Violations

19

Violations per 100k miles

Crashes

REPORT #

DATE

↓

STATE

FATALITIES

INJURIES

TOW AWAY

LICENSE

ILX002093886

09-DEC-20

IL

0

0

Y

R464216

ILX001753253

11-NOV-19

IL

0

0

Y

R366328

SC0020236393

16-JUN-20

SC

0

0

Y

R471517

MS9061240001

20-MAR-24

MS

0

0

Y

2089R29

TX5VG8HQE152

26-OCT-20

TX

0

0

Y

R357806

TX6ZSAHQE1S5

30-SEP-24

TX

0

1

Y

R471518

Crash Risk Score

0

Recordable crashes per vehicle

Amount of Crashes

6

Injury Crashes: 1 / Fatal Crashes: 0

Casualties

1

Injuries

0

Fatalities

Number of Tows

6

Injuries

Number of injuries per year

Crash Factors

Incidents by season

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

Incidents by weather condition

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

Incidents by road surface condition

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

Incidents by light condition

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

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