MICHAEL LEE HIGGINSON
AUTHORIZEDDBA: HIGGINSON TOWING & SALVAGE
USDOT
278885
MC Number
188469
Fleet Size
3
Total Drivers
2
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
MICHAEL LEE HIGGINSON is a small interstate motor carrier based in MOUNT VERNON, Illinois, operating 3 power units with 2 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. No crashes on file.
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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.
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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
0
Total
—
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN — eff. Mar 11, 2026
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 MICHAEL LEE HIGGINSON authorized to operate?
Yes. MICHAEL LEE HIGGINSON (USDOT #278885) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is MICHAEL LEE HIGGINSON's safety record?
MICHAEL LEE HIGGINSON has 0 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 MICHAEL LEE HIGGINSON operate?
MICHAEL LEE HIGGINSON operates 3 power units with 2 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does MICHAEL LEE HIGGINSON transport hazardous materials?
No. MICHAEL LEE HIGGINSON does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is MICHAEL LEE HIGGINSON located?
MICHAEL LEE HIGGINSON is based in MOUNT VERNON, Illinois at 6895 N IL HWY 148, 62864. Phone: (618) 242-7411.