J. S. Helwig & Son, L.l.c.
USDOT 185183 · MC-152406 · Terrell, Texas · Interstate for-hire carrier · 250–499 power units
J. S. Helwig & Son, L.l.c. is a corporation based in Terrell, Texas, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (private property, authorized for hire). It reports 434 power units and 376 drivers, which ranks it #63 by fleet size among 910 active for-hire carriers with 50+ power units headquartered in Texas. In the 24 months to Sep 24, 2026 its trucks were inspected 812 times – about 1.9 inspections per power unit. 20.4% of vehicle inspections and 1.4% 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 42 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (16 injuries, 0 fatalities, 41 tow-away), or 9.7 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, fresh produce, passengers, meat, chemicals, refrigerated food, beverages.
Registration and contact
| Legal name | J. S. Helwig & Son, L.l.c. |
|---|---|
| DBA name | — |
| USDOT number | 185183 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-152406 |
| Entity type | Private Property, Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Physical address | 222 Metro Drive, Terrell, TX 75160 |
| Phone | (888) 771-3331 |
| First registered | Jun 1, 1974 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Hazmat carrier | Yes |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 185183.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 433 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailers | 751 | 0 | 0 |
- 0.87 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 1.7 trailers per tractor.
- 42,528,510 miles reported for 2025 – about 97,992 miles per power unit vs a 41,335 median for 250–499-unit fleets.
- 100% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 376 CDL drivers; 376 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 Texas carriers with 50+ units (910).
| Measure | J. S. Helwig & Son, L.l.c. | Same size, US | TX average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 20.4% | 18.3% | 18.6% | 11% higher than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 1.4% | 2.0% | 3.5% | 33% lower than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 9.7 | 4.2 | 3.9 | 133% higher than average |
| Inspections | 812 | 812 with a driver check, 358 with a vehicle check, 363 BASIC violations recorded, 1 hazmat-related | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Satisfactory (rated Dec 8, 2010) | |||
Cargo carried
Less common in this directory: passengers (178 of 5,000 carriers).
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of J. S. Helwig & Son, L.l.c.?
J. S. Helwig & Son, L.l.c. is registered with USDOT number 185183 and operating authority MC-152406.
How many trucks does J. S. Helwig & Son, L.l.c. have?
It reports 434 power units (433 tractors, 0 straight trucks) and 751 trailers, with 376 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Mar 31, 2026).
Where is J. S. Helwig & Son, L.l.c. located?
Its registered physical address is in Terrell, Texas 75160.
What is the out-of-service rate of J. S. Helwig & Son, L.l.c.?
Over 24 months, 20.4% of vehicle inspections and 1.4% 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.