MELS TRANSPORTATION LLC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
3814548
MC Number
1377950
Fleet Size
1
Total Drivers
1
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 30, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
MELS TRANSPORTATION LLC is a small interstate motor carrier based in COLUMBIA, South Carolina, operating 1 power unit with 1 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 10.0% runs above the national average of 6.7%. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 10 inspections for this carrier.
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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.
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.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in South Carolina is 13.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 36.0% across 24,265 carriers.
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
10
Total
67%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
SIRIUSPOINT AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Apr 13, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is MELS TRANSPORTATION LLC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for MELS TRANSPORTATION LLC (USDOT #3814548) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is MELS TRANSPORTATION LLC's safety record?
MELS TRANSPORTATION LLC has 10 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 1 matching crash. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does MELS TRANSPORTATION LLC operate?
MELS TRANSPORTATION LLC operates 1 power unit with 1 driver on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does MELS TRANSPORTATION LLC transport hazardous materials?
No. MELS TRANSPORTATION LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is MELS TRANSPORTATION LLC located?
MELS TRANSPORTATION LLC is based in COLUMBIA, South Carolina at 2271 WILKERSON DR, 29229. Phone: (803) 678-7684.
What are MELS TRANSPORTATION LLC's out-of-service rates?
MELS TRANSPORTATION LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 10.0%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 60.0%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.