MERCHANT EXCAVATING INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1540424
MC Number
729124
Fleet Size
10
Total Drivers
15
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
MERCHANT EXCAVATING INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in ALMA, Michigan, operating 10 power units with 15 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 5.51% national average. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 10 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 Michigan is 11.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.3% across 74,437 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
10
Total
59%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. — eff. Nov 18, 2020
Cargo
MICHIGAN MILLERS MUTUAL INSURANCE CO — eff. Mar 10, 2014
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is MERCHANT EXCAVATING INC authorized to operate?
Yes. MERCHANT EXCAVATING INC (USDOT #1540424) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is MERCHANT EXCAVATING INC's safety record?
MERCHANT EXCAVATING INC has 10 inspections on file and no crashes on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does MERCHANT EXCAVATING INC operate?
MERCHANT EXCAVATING INC operates 10 power units with 15 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does MERCHANT EXCAVATING INC transport hazardous materials?
No. MERCHANT EXCAVATING INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is MERCHANT EXCAVATING INC located?
MERCHANT EXCAVATING INC is based in ALMA, Michigan at 4040 N STATE ROAD, 48801. Phone: (989) 875-3691.
What are MERCHANT EXCAVATING INC's out-of-service rates?
MERCHANT EXCAVATING INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 14.3% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.