BALKEMA EXCAVATING INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
164172
MC Number
141378
Fleet Size
34
Total Drivers
19
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
BALKEMA EXCAVATING INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in KALAMAZOO, Michigan, operating 34 power units with 19 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 4 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, Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
4
Total
57%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ILLINOIS NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. — eff. Aug 1, 2016
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is BALKEMA EXCAVATING INC authorized to operate?
Yes. BALKEMA EXCAVATING INC (USDOT #164172) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is BALKEMA EXCAVATING INC's safety record?
BALKEMA EXCAVATING INC has 4 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 BALKEMA EXCAVATING INC operate?
BALKEMA EXCAVATING INC operates 34 power units with 19 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does BALKEMA EXCAVATING INC transport hazardous materials?
No. BALKEMA EXCAVATING INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is BALKEMA EXCAVATING INC located?
BALKEMA EXCAVATING INC is based in KALAMAZOO, Michigan at 1500 RIVER ST, 49048. Phone: (269) 345-5289.
What are BALKEMA EXCAVATING INC's out-of-service rates?
BALKEMA 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 0.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.