MELHER TRANSPORT INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1016698
MC Number
426613
Fleet Size
36
Total Drivers
39
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 2, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
MELHER TRANSPORT INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in EL PASO, Texas, operating 36 power units with 39 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 10.6% runs above the national average of 6.7%. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 104 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Texas is 13.4% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.6% across 182,499 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
104
Total
62%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Sutton Specialty Insurance Company — eff. Apr 27, 2026
Cargo
MAX SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Aug 31, 2009
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is MELHER TRANSPORT INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for MELHER TRANSPORT INC (USDOT #1016698) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is MELHER TRANSPORT INC's safety record?
MELHER TRANSPORT INC has 104 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 1 matching crash. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does MELHER TRANSPORT INC operate?
MELHER TRANSPORT INC operates 36 power units with 39 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does MELHER TRANSPORT INC transport hazardous materials?
No. MELHER TRANSPORT INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is MELHER TRANSPORT INC located?
MELHER TRANSPORT INC is based in EL PASO, Texas at 401 N AMERICAS, 79907. Phone: (915) 772-0995.
What are MELHER TRANSPORT INC's out-of-service rates?
MELHER TRANSPORT INC's driver out-of-service rate is 10.6%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 26.2%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026.