RICHARDS EXCAVATING INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
3263974
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
2
Total Drivers
1
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
RICHARDS EXCAVATING INC is a small intrastate only (hazmat) motor carrier based in WATERTOWN, Wisconsin, operating 2 power units with 1 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 40.0% runs above the national average of 5.51%. They have 2 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 5 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 Wisconsin is 8.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.4% across 62,850 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Intrastate Only (Hazmat)
- 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
5
Total
50%
Driver %
Crash history
2
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is RICHARDS EXCAVATING INC authorized to operate?
Yes. RICHARDS EXCAVATING INC (USDOT #3263974) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an intrastate only (hazmat) carrier.
What is RICHARDS EXCAVATING INC's safety record?
RICHARDS EXCAVATING INC 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 RICHARDS EXCAVATING INC operate?
RICHARDS EXCAVATING INC operates 2 power units with 1 driver on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does RICHARDS EXCAVATING INC transport hazardous materials?
No. RICHARDS EXCAVATING INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is RICHARDS EXCAVATING INC located?
RICHARDS EXCAVATING INC is based in WATERTOWN, Wisconsin at N9166 GREEN VALLEY RD, 53094-9676. Phone: (920) 285-2508.
What are RICHARDS EXCAVATING INC's out-of-service rates?
RICHARDS EXCAVATING INC's driver out-of-service rate is 40.0%, 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 60.0% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.