BUCHHEIT TRUCKING SERVICE INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: BUCHHEIT LOGISTICS INC
USDOT
71052
MC Number
171405
Fleet Size
128
Total Drivers
100
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
BUCHHEIT TRUCKING SERVICE INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in SCOTT CITY, Missouri, operating 128 power units with 100 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 4 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 9 crashes on file (1 fatal, 5 with injuries). FMCSA records show 155 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 Missouri is 11.5% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 24,338 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Exempt For Hire
- 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
155
Total
66%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY CO. OF CONNECTICUT — eff. Oct 1, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
9
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is BUCHHEIT TRUCKING SERVICE INC authorized to operate?
Yes. BUCHHEIT TRUCKING SERVICE INC (USDOT #71052) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is BUCHHEIT TRUCKING SERVICE INC's safety record?
BUCHHEIT TRUCKING SERVICE INC has 4 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 BUCHHEIT TRUCKING SERVICE INC operate?
BUCHHEIT TRUCKING SERVICE INC operates 128 power units with 100 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does BUCHHEIT TRUCKING SERVICE INC transport hazardous materials?
No. BUCHHEIT TRUCKING SERVICE INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is BUCHHEIT TRUCKING SERVICE INC located?
BUCHHEIT TRUCKING SERVICE INC is based in SCOTT CITY, Missouri at 600 DAUGHERTY ST, 63780. Phone: (573) 264-1700.
What are BUCHHEIT TRUCKING SERVICE INC's out-of-service rates?
BUCHHEIT TRUCKING SERVICE 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 19.0% (national average: 20.72%).