J & M Tank Lines Inc
USDOT 184405 · MC-148903 · Birmingham, Alabama · Interstate for-hire carrier · 250–499 power units
J & M Tank Lines Inc is a individual based in Birmingham, Alabama, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 438 power units and 374 drivers, which ranks it #13 by fleet size among 127 active for-hire carriers with 50+ power units headquartered in Alabama. In the 24 months to Sep 24, 2026 its trucks were inspected 365 times – about 0.8 inspections per power unit. 20.2% of vehicle inspections and 0.8% of driver inspections ended with an out-of-service order, against 18.3% and 2.0% for carriers of the same size nationally. FMCSA records 35 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (14 injuries, 0 fatalities, 34 tow-away), or 8.0 per 100 power units versus 4.2 for its size band. Crash counts in FMCSA data do not indicate fault. Its registered cargo types are general freight, building materials, liquids / gases, intermodal containers, chemicals, commodities dry bulk, construction.
Registration and contact
| Legal name | J & M Tank Lines Inc |
|---|---|
| DBA name | — |
| USDOT number | 184405 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-148903 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Individual |
| Physical address | 1100 Corporate Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35242 |
| Phone | (205) 876-1905 |
| First registered | May 16, 2026 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Apr 29, 2026 |
| Hazmat carrier | Yes |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 184405.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 0 | 438 | 0 |
| Trailers | 779 | 0 | 0 |
- 0.85 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 1.8 trailers per tractor.
- 64% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 374 CDL drivers; 374 drivers operate interstate beyond 100 miles, 0 within 100 miles.
Safety record
Roadside inspections Sep 25, 2024 – Sep 24, 2026; crashes Nov 1, 2024 – Oct 31, 2026. Benchmarks: 250–499-unit for-hire carriers nationally (792) and Alabama carriers with 50+ units (127).
| Measure | J & M Tank Lines Inc | Same size, US | AL average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 20.2% | 18.3% | 23.1% | 10% higher than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 0.8% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 59% lower than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 8.0 | 4.2 | 6.3 | 92% higher than average |
| Inspections | 365 | 364 with a driver check, 198 with a vehicle check, 242 BASIC violations recorded | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Satisfactory (rated Apr 20, 2007) | |||
Cargo carried
Less common in this directory: intermodal containers (980 of 5,000 carriers).
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Wright Transportation Inc USDOT 793730 | Mobile | 235 | 208 | 419 | 26.7% | 13 |
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| Southeast Logistics & Transport LLC USDOT 759891 | Tuscaloosa | 404 | 395 | 796 | 29.6% | 48 |
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| Carrier | City | Power units | Drivers | Inspections (24 mo) | Vehicle OOS | Crashes (24 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ready Mix USA LLC USDOT 669746 | Birmingham | 940 | 712 | 332 | 13.8% | 24 |
| DMT Trucking LLC USDOT 795982 | Birmingham | 604 | 575 | 1,018 | 31.6% | 56 |
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| Buffalo Rock Company USDOT 153003 | Birmingham | 332 | 430 | 104 | 6.8% | 12 |
| Shelton Trucking LLC USDOT 2911927 | Birmingham | 330 | 293 | 438 | 26.3% | 24 |
| Cowin Equipment Company Inc USDOT 274333 | Birmingham | 155 | 80 | 52 | 12.0% | 8 |
| Dixie Trucking Company LLC USDOT 2263023 | Birmingham | 117 | 117 | 342 | 32.9% | 17 |
| Vulcan Materials Asphalt and Construction LLC USDOT 226100 | Birmingham | 115 | 192 | 60 | 18.2% | 4 |
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of J & M Tank Lines Inc?
J & M Tank Lines Inc is registered with USDOT number 184405 and operating authority MC-148903.
How many trucks does J & M Tank Lines Inc have?
It reports 438 power units (438 tractors, 0 straight trucks) and 779 trailers, with 374 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Apr 29, 2026).
Where is J & M Tank Lines Inc located?
Its registered physical address is in Birmingham, Alabama 35242.
What is the out-of-service rate of J & M Tank Lines Inc?
Over 24 months, 20.2% of vehicle inspections and 0.8% of driver inspections resulted in an out-of-service order (same-size national average: 18.3% vehicle, 2.0% driver).
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Source: FMCSA Company Census File, SMS inspection file and Crash File (data.transportation.gov), refreshed 2026-11-04. Figures are as reported to FMCSA and may lag. How we calculate these numbers. Spotted an error? Carriers update their record with FMCSA via the MCS-150 form; see corrections.