AMERICAN WASTE SYSTEMS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
488486
MC Number
806842
Fleet Size
16
Total Drivers
7
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 9, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
AMERICAN WASTE SYSTEMS INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in UNION, Michigan, operating 16 power units with 7 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 22.2% runs above the national average of 6.7%. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 9 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 Michigan is 11.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 76,022 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
9
Total
50%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
MICHIGAN MILLERS MUTUAL INSURANCE CO — eff. May 14, 2022
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 AMERICAN WASTE SYSTEMS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for AMERICAN WASTE SYSTEMS INC (USDOT #488486) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is AMERICAN WASTE SYSTEMS INC's safety record?
AMERICAN WASTE SYSTEMS INC has 9 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 AMERICAN WASTE SYSTEMS INC operate?
AMERICAN WASTE SYSTEMS INC operates 16 power units with 7 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does AMERICAN WASTE SYSTEMS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. AMERICAN WASTE SYSTEMS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is AMERICAN WASTE SYSTEMS INC located?
AMERICAN WASTE SYSTEMS INC is based in UNION, Michigan at 15621 MASON ST, 49130-0065. Phone: (269) 641-7502.
What are AMERICAN WASTE SYSTEMS INC's out-of-service rates?
AMERICAN WASTE SYSTEMS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 22.2%, 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 66.7%, 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.