AMERICAN BACKHOE CO INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
858285
MC Number
379767
Fleet Size
5
Total Drivers
3
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
AMERICAN BACKHOE CO INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in CRESCENT, Iowa, operating 5 power units with 3 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 100.0% runs above the national average of 5.51%. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 1 inspection 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 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
- Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
1
Total
100%
Driver %
Insurance on file
No insurance records on file with FMCSA.
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is AMERICAN BACKHOE CO INC authorized to operate?
Yes. AMERICAN BACKHOE CO INC (USDOT #858285) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is AMERICAN BACKHOE CO INC's safety record?
AMERICAN BACKHOE CO INC has 1 inspection 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 AMERICAN BACKHOE CO INC operate?
AMERICAN BACKHOE CO INC operates 5 power units with 3 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does AMERICAN BACKHOE CO INC transport hazardous materials?
No. AMERICAN BACKHOE CO INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is AMERICAN BACKHOE CO INC located?
AMERICAN BACKHOE CO INC is based in CRESCENT, Iowa at 3850 OLD MORMAN BRIDGE ROAD, 51526. Phone: (712) 227-0107.
What are AMERICAN BACKHOE CO INC's out-of-service rates?
AMERICAN BACKHOE CO INC's driver out-of-service rate is 100.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues.