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45/100
⚠ Caution
OOS rate 25.0% exceeds the national average of 22.26%.
Lee-Smith INC
DOT 3788488 · MC MC1358916 · Chattanooga, TN
Report generated: June 8, 2026 at 6:28 PM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✗Safety record clean?
✓No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Lee-Smith INC (DOT 3788488, MC MC1358916) is a Tennessee-based interstate carrier headquartered in Chattanooga, TN. As of June 8, 2026 at 6:28 PM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 3 risk signals on this carrier, including: recordable crash on file; unsafe driving violation on record. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Caution" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 8, 2026 at 6:28 PM.

Common Authority
FMCSA Public Record
Lee-Smith INC
DOT Number3788488
MC NumberMC1358916
Street2600 8TH AVE
City / StateChattanooga, TN 37407
Phone4236224161
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age4 yr 5 mo
MCS-150 filed07/15/2024
Company officerLesslie Watkins Lee Jr.
Power units3
Total drivers8
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)✓ Active
Contract (for-hire)Not authorized
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Recordable crash on file
●Unsafe driving violation on record
●Driver qualification violation on record
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
OOS rate 25.0% vs. national avg 22.26% — above average
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Power Units
3
Fleet
Drivers
8
Total
Inspections
4
On record
Crashes
1
On record
OOS Rate
25.0%
↑ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
4 yr 5 mo
Since 2021
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
4 insp (100%)
Unsafe Driving
4 insp (100%)· 2 viol
Driver Fitness
4 insp (100%)· 2 viol
Controlled Substances
4 insp (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
3 insp (75%)· 2 viol
Inspection History
4 total · OOS rate 25.0%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
1/28/2026GAII00Pass
4/15/2025GAI10OOS
2/14/2025GAIII00Pass
5/7/2025GAI00Pass
Crash History
1 total on record
DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
—TN00Y
Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$1,000,000
Effective
7/1/2022
Location
2600 8TH AVE, Chattanooga, TN, 37407 · Open in Maps →
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Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedDec 2021
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee-Smith INC authorized to operate?

Yes. Lee-Smith INC holds Common operating authority and is currently active.

What is Lee-Smith INC's safety record?

Lee-Smith INC has 4 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 25.0%. Crash history shows 1 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Lee-Smith INC operate?

Lee-Smith INC operates 3 power units with approximately 8 drivers.

Is Lee-Smith INC insured?

Lee-Smith INC has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Lee-Smith INC had any risk indicators?

Lee-Smith INC has a risk score of 45/100 (High Risk) with 3 active risk signals. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for Lee-Smith INC?

Lee-Smith INC's DOT number is 3788488 and MC number is MC1358916. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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