WEST UNION TRENCHING INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
856794
MC Number
495762
Fleet Size
39
Total Drivers
62
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
WEST UNION TRENCHING INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in WEST UNION, Iowa, operating 39 power units with 62 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 25.0% runs above the national average of 5.51%. No crashes on file. 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.
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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 Iowa is 7.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 25,829 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Property), Private (Passenger Business)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
4
Total
67%
Driver %
Insurance on file
No insurance records on file with FMCSA.
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is WEST UNION TRENCHING INC authorized to operate?
Yes. WEST UNION TRENCHING INC (USDOT #856794) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is WEST UNION TRENCHING INC's safety record?
WEST UNION TRENCHING INC has 4 inspections on file and no 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 WEST UNION TRENCHING INC operate?
WEST UNION TRENCHING INC operates 39 power units with 62 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does WEST UNION TRENCHING INC transport hazardous materials?
No. WEST UNION TRENCHING INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is WEST UNION TRENCHING INC located?
WEST UNION TRENCHING INC is based in WEST UNION, Iowa at 800 HIGHWAY 150 S, 52175. Phone: (563) 422-5900.
What are WEST UNION TRENCHING INC's out-of-service rates?
WEST UNION TRENCHING INC's driver out-of-service rate is 25.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 100.0% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.