M-I DRILLING FLUIDS LLC

AUTHORIZED

DBA: M-I SWACO

5950 N COURSE DRIVE, HOUSTON, TX, 77072|(281) 285-8500

USDOT

312736

MC Number

271174

Fleet Size

37

Total Drivers

25

FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.

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Safety overview

M-I DRILLING FLUIDS LLC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in HOUSTON, Texas, operating 37 power units with 25 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 17 inspections 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 rate11.8%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Texas is 13.4% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.6% across 182,499 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
Yes
Safety Rating Date
N/A

Inspections

17

Total

50%

Driver %

Driver Inspections17
Vehicle Inspections17
Driver OOS Rate0.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate11.8%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

Travelers Property Casualty Company of America — eff. Jul 1, 2018

$750,000ACTIVE

Cargo

Not on file

Surety Bond

Not on file

Trust Fund

Not on file

Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Jul 22, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.

Crash history

0

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes0

Frequently asked questions

Is M-I DRILLING FLUIDS LLC authorized to operate?

CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for M-I DRILLING FLUIDS LLC (USDOT #312736) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.

What is M-I DRILLING FLUIDS LLC's safety record?

M-I DRILLING FLUIDS LLC has 17 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 M-I DRILLING FLUIDS LLC operate?

M-I DRILLING FLUIDS LLC operates 37 power units with 25 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does M-I DRILLING FLUIDS LLC transport hazardous materials?

Yes. M-I DRILLING FLUIDS LLC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.

Where is M-I DRILLING FLUIDS LLC located?

M-I DRILLING FLUIDS LLC is based in HOUSTON, Texas at 5950 N COURSE DRIVE, 77072. Phone: (281) 285-8500.

What are M-I DRILLING FLUIDS LLC's out-of-service rates?

M-I DRILLING FLUIDS LLC'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 11.8% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.