MICHELS UTILITY SERVICES INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
3491461
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
499
Total Drivers
567
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
MICHELS UTILITY SERVICES INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in BROWNSVILLE, Wisconsin, operating 499 power units with 567 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 3.3% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 4 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 30 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
- 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
30
Total
67%
Driver %
Crash history
4
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is MICHELS UTILITY SERVICES INC authorized to operate?
Yes. MICHELS UTILITY SERVICES INC (USDOT #3491461) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is MICHELS UTILITY SERVICES INC's safety record?
MICHELS UTILITY SERVICES 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 MICHELS UTILITY SERVICES INC operate?
MICHELS UTILITY SERVICES INC operates 499 power units with 567 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does MICHELS UTILITY SERVICES INC transport hazardous materials?
No. MICHELS UTILITY SERVICES INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is MICHELS UTILITY SERVICES INC located?
MICHELS UTILITY SERVICES INC is based in BROWNSVILLE, Wisconsin at 817 MAIN ST, 53006. Phone: (920) 583-3132.
What are MICHELS UTILITY SERVICES INC's out-of-service rates?
MICHELS UTILITY SERVICES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 3.3%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 13.3% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.