LEO TIDWELL EXCAVATING CORPORATION
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2666298
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
57
Total Drivers
50
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
LEO TIDWELL EXCAVATING CORPORATION is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in PASO ROBLES, California, operating 57 power units with 50 drivers. 2 of their 5 BASIC scores sit above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. The rest fall within acceptable ranges. Their driver out-of-service rate of 12.5% runs above the national average of 5.51%. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 8 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
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 California is 8.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 22.4% across 312,857 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
8
Total
62%
Driver %
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is LEO TIDWELL EXCAVATING CORPORATION authorized to operate?
Yes. LEO TIDWELL EXCAVATING CORPORATION (USDOT #2666298) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is LEO TIDWELL EXCAVATING CORPORATION's safety record?
LEO TIDWELL EXCAVATING CORPORATION has 2 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.
How many trucks does LEO TIDWELL EXCAVATING CORPORATION operate?
LEO TIDWELL EXCAVATING CORPORATION operates 57 power units with 50 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does LEO TIDWELL EXCAVATING CORPORATION transport hazardous materials?
No. LEO TIDWELL EXCAVATING CORPORATION does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is LEO TIDWELL EXCAVATING CORPORATION located?
LEO TIDWELL EXCAVATING CORPORATION is based in PASO ROBLES, California at 2000 DALLONS DR, 93446. Phone: (805) 238-4612.
What are LEO TIDWELL EXCAVATING CORPORATION's out-of-service rates?
LEO TIDWELL EXCAVATING CORPORATION's driver out-of-service rate is 12.5%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 20.0% (national average: 20.72%).