KOTZER EXCAVATING INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: KOTZER EXCAVATING
USDOT
1157178
MC Number
1410767
Fleet Size
16
Total Drivers
20
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
KOTZER EXCAVATING INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in ALBANY, Minnesota, operating 16 power units with 20 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 0.0% comes in under the 6.7% national average. The current imported FMCSA crash snapshot returned no matching crash rows for this carrier; this is not proof that no crash occurred. FMCSA records show 9 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 Minnesota is 8.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 32.4% across 74,268 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
9
Total
64%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
FEDERATED MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. — eff. Feb 26, 2023
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is KOTZER EXCAVATING INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for KOTZER EXCAVATING INC (USDOT #1157178) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is KOTZER EXCAVATING INC's safety record?
KOTZER EXCAVATING INC has 9 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot; the snapshot returned no matching crash rows. 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 KOTZER EXCAVATING INC operate?
KOTZER EXCAVATING INC operates 16 power units with 20 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does KOTZER EXCAVATING INC transport hazardous materials?
No. KOTZER EXCAVATING INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is KOTZER EXCAVATING INC located?
KOTZER EXCAVATING INC is based in ALBANY, Minnesota at 21745 340TH ST, 56307. Phone: (320) 291-6004.
What are KOTZER EXCAVATING INC's out-of-service rates?
KOTZER EXCAVATING INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, 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 0.0%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.