B & J EXCAVATING INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
551812
MC Number
916555
Fleet Size
10
Total Drivers
12
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
B & J EXCAVATING INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in LUFKIN, Texas, operating 10 power units with 12 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. They have 2 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 29 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.
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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 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
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
29
Total
50%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
UNITED FIRE & CASUALTY CO. — eff. May 7, 2015
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
2
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is B & J EXCAVATING INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for B & J EXCAVATING INC (USDOT #551812) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is B & J EXCAVATING INC's safety record?
B & J EXCAVATING INC has 29 inspections on file and 2 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 B & J EXCAVATING INC operate?
B & J EXCAVATING INC operates 10 power units with 12 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does B & J EXCAVATING INC transport hazardous materials?
No. B & J EXCAVATING INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is B & J EXCAVATING INC located?
B & J EXCAVATING INC is based in LUFKIN, Texas at 5173 N US HWY 69, 75904. Phone: (936) 632-0330.
What are B & J EXCAVATING INC's out-of-service rates?
B & J EXCAVATING INC'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 27.6% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.