H J DEATON & SON INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
819730
MC Number
886208
Fleet Size
26
Total Drivers
17
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
H J DEATON & SON INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in KALAMAZOO, Michigan, operating 26 power units with 17 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. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 4 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 12.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 76,432 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
4
Total
80%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jan 1, 2024
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 H J DEATON & SON INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for H J DEATON & SON INC (USDOT #819730) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is H J DEATON & SON INC's safety record?
H J DEATON & SON INC has 4 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 H J DEATON & SON INC operate?
H J DEATON & SON INC operates 26 power units with 17 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does H J DEATON & SON INC transport hazardous materials?
No. H J DEATON & SON INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is H J DEATON & SON INC located?
H J DEATON & SON INC is based in KALAMAZOO, Michigan at 7987 DOUGLAS AVE, 49009. Phone: (269) 342-0519.
What are H J DEATON & SON INC's out-of-service rates?
H J DEATON & SON 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 0.0%, 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.