--- title: "SMITH & WATERS INC | DOT 63417 | Carrier Profile" url: https://runalphaloops.com/carrier/sc/63417/smith-waters-inc description: "SMITH & WATERS INC is a interstate carrier based in HODGES, SC. Fleet size: 23 power units, 18 drivers. DOT# 63417, MC# 99735." lang: en --- Active Interstate # SMITH & WATERS INC Risk score · full evidence · 72-hour access · No account required DOT # 63417 MC # 99735 Location HODGES, SC Power Units 23 Drivers 18 Trailers 54 Annual Miles In full report Entity Type CORPORATION MCS-150 Date Jan 23, 2026 ## Risk Signals — SMITH & WATERS INC Scanning active / 10 NOT RATED Full risk analysis — historical patterns, fraud connections, financial signals — runs when you… Authority for sale No active listings detected… CLEAR Equipment for sale No fleet VINs found on marketplaces… CLEAR Financial risk Analyzed in the full report… LOCKED Fraud signals Connection analysis in the full report… LOCKED Historical patterns Pattern analysis runs when you unlock the report… LOCKED Recent activity No adverse news in 90 days… CLEAR Unlock the full vetting report Get the exact risk score, full analysis, and the specific evidence + sources behind every signal. One-time · no account required ## Inspection Summary Recent Inspections (90 Days) 6 Vehicle OOS Rate 33.3% 2 of 6 National avg ~21% Driver OOS Rate 0% 0 of 6 National avg ~5% OOS Inspections 2 Driver + Vehicle OOS Most recent Aug 28, 2026 · SC Clean rate (90d) 34% Every inspection with date, location, level, violations found, and out-of-service results. ## Crash Summary Total Crashes 68 All time Fatalities 1 Injuries 33 Tow-Away 64 ## Counterparty Reports Email-verified, moderated transaction reports from brokers, shippers, and carriers who worked with SMITH & WATERS INC. No verified counterparty reports yet Worked a load with SMITH & WATERS INC? Be the first to report how it went. ## About SMITH & WATERS INC Smith & Waters Inc is a family-owned transportation and logistics company that has been in operation since 1948. The company offers a variety of freight services, including warehousing and repairs for tractor trailers, with a focus on delivering reliable and affordable services to its clients. #### Key Features Full service transportation Logistics services Warehousing Freight solutions Diesel repairs Cross-docking ### Service Regions Active in 9 states Top states: SC NC GA TN OH Full state-by-state operating volumes, inspection locations, and lane coverage analysis. ### CSA Safety Scores 5 BASICs 5 BASICs measured Percentile rankings pending FMCSA publication — raw measures + violations available in the report. Full BASIC percentiles, measure scores, BASIC + roadside alerts, and Acute Carrier flags from the latest FMCSA SMS snapshot. ## Operating Authority Common Authority Holds Active Authority(44.2 years) Contract Authority Holds Active Authority(41.4 years) Broker Authority No Authority ### Insurance & Coverage BIPD, cargo, and excess liability coverage amounts, policy history, and insurer names. ## Contact Information Physical Address 2915 NATION ROAD HODGES, SC 29653 ## Cargo & Operations Cargo Carried General Freight ### Violations by Category 17 total Most common category Vehicle Maintenance · 35% of violations across 3 categories Full violation breakdown by category, out-of-service rates, and historical trends over time. ### Fleet Analytics 33 trucks Top manufacturers INTERNATIONAL PETERBILT VOLVO Sample units 4V4NC9TH4FN9XXXXX 2015 VOLVO VNL64T300 1XPBDP9X2GD3XXXXX 2016 PETERBILT 579 Full manufacturer, model, and model-year breakdown plus the VIN-level fleet roster. 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See AlphaLoops for Brokers: https://runalphaloops.com/lp/broker-vetting Free trial · no credit card upfront Covers every U.S. carrier Risk score · evidence · 72h access ## Structured data ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "LocalBusiness", "name": "SMITH & WATERS INC", "url": "https://runalphaloops.com/carrier/sc/63417/smith-waters-inc", "areaServed": [ { "@type": "State", "name": "SC" }, { "@type": "State", "name": "NC" }, { "@type": "State", "name": "GA" }, { "@type": "State", "name": "TN" }, { "@type": "State", "name": "OH" } ], "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "2915 NATION ROAD", "addressLocality": "HODGES", "addressRegion": "SC", "postalCode": "29653", "addressCountry": "US" }, "identifier": [ { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "DOT Number", "value": "63417" }, { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "MC Number", "value": "99735" } ], "numberOfEmployees": { "@type": "QuantitativeValue", "value": 18 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is SMITH & WATERS INC's DOT number?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "SMITH & WATERS INC's USDOT number is 63417. Their motor carrier number (MC#) is 99735. These numbers are assigned by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Where is SMITH & WATERS INC located?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "SMITH & WATERS INC is based in HODGES, SC 29653." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How large is SMITH & WATERS INC's fleet?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "SMITH & WATERS INC operates 23 power units with 18 drivers." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is SMITH & WATERS INC currently active?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "SMITH & WATERS INC's USDOT registration is currently listed as active." } } ] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "AlphaLoops", "alternateName": [ "AlphaLoops.com", "Run AlphaLoop" ], "url": "https://runalphaloops.com/" } ] ```