MELVIN JOHN SIMON

AUTHORIZED

DBA: COTTON TRUCKING LLC

235 BLUE ROSE DRIVE, CROWLEY, LA, 70526|(337) 458-0700

USDOT

1716783

MC Number

N/A

Fleet Size

1

Total Drivers

1

Last updated: March 16, 2026

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Safety overview

MELVIN JOHN SIMON is a small interstate motor carrier based in CROWLEY, Louisiana, operating 1 power unit with 1 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 1 inspection for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

Under review

CarrierOwl 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.

Driver OOS rate0.0%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate0.0%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Louisiana is 9.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.8% across 11,074 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Exempt For Hire
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
No
Safety Rating Date
N/A

Inspections

1

Total

50%

Driver %

Driver Inspections1
Vehicle Inspections1
Driver OOS Rate0.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate0.0%

Insurance on file

No insurance records on file with FMCSA.

Crash history

0

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes0

Frequently asked questions

Is MELVIN JOHN SIMON authorized to operate?

Yes. MELVIN JOHN SIMON (USDOT #1716783) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is MELVIN JOHN SIMON's safety record?

MELVIN JOHN SIMON has 1 inspection 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 MELVIN JOHN SIMON operate?

MELVIN JOHN SIMON operates 1 power unit with 1 driver on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does MELVIN JOHN SIMON transport hazardous materials?

No. MELVIN JOHN SIMON does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is MELVIN JOHN SIMON located?

MELVIN JOHN SIMON is based in CROWLEY, Louisiana at 235 BLUE ROSE DRIVE, 70526. Phone: (337) 458-0700.

What are MELVIN JOHN SIMON's out-of-service rates?

MELVIN JOHN SIMON'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.