MERWIN INC

AUTHORIZED

DBA: PRAIRIE FUELS

176 E MILWAUKEE AVE, BAKER, MT, 59313|(406) 778-3245

USDOT

625333

MC Number

1457253

Fleet Size

28

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

MERWIN INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in BAKER, Montana, operating 28 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 0.0% comes in under the 6.7% national average. The current imported FMCSA crash snapshot returned no matching crash rows for this carrier; this is not proof that no crash occurred. FMCSA records show 11 inspections for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

Under review

CarrierOwl 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.

Driver OOS rate0.0%
National average6.7%
Vehicle OOS rate18.2%
National average23.4%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Montana is 9.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 31.3% across 8,842 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
Yes
Safety Rating Date
N/A

Inspections

11

Total

50%

Driver %

Driver Inspections11
Vehicle Inspections11
Driver OOS Rate0.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate18.2%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

GUIDEONE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Feb 4, 2026

$1,000,000ACTIVE

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

0

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes0

Frequently asked questions

Is MERWIN INC authorized to operate?

CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for MERWIN INC (USDOT #625333) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.

What is MERWIN INC's safety record?

MERWIN INC has 11 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot; the snapshot returned no matching crash rows. 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 MERWIN INC operate?

MERWIN INC operates 28 power units with 7 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does MERWIN INC transport hazardous materials?

Yes. MERWIN INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.

Where is MERWIN INC located?

MERWIN INC is based in BAKER, Montana at 176 E MILWAUKEE AVE, 59313. Phone: (406) 778-3245.

What are MERWIN INC's out-of-service rates?

MERWIN INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, 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 18.2%, 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.