B & C MARATHON TRANSPORTATION INC
USDOT 1490274 • 522 196TH DR NW, ELK RIVER, MN, 55330
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-560886 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Mar 4, 2025 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIDWEST FAMILY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CPMN0560127237 | ON FILE | Dec 23, 2020 | Dec 23, 2020 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP61832A | ON FILE | Apr 1, 2009 | May 4, 2011 |
Insurance History (12 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIDWEST FAMILY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CPMN0560127237 | REPLACED | Dec 23, 2020 | Nov 1, 2024 |
| MIDWEST FAMILY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CPMN0560127237 | CANCELLED | Dec 23, 2020 | Mar 15, 2025 |
| HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | GFL0000519 | REPLACED | Nov 1, 2020 | Dec 23, 2020 |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BIPD/Primary | BA0727362 | REPLACED | Mar 24, 2020 | Nov 1, 2020 |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BIPD/Primary | BA0727362 | REPLACED | Nov 1, 2019 | Mar 24, 2020 |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BIPD/Primary | BA0727362 | CANCELLED | Nov 1, 2019 | Mar 27, 2020 |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 48-768130-00 | REPLACED | Jul 9, 2018 | Nov 1, 2019 |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 48-768130-00 | REPLACED | Apr 1, 2011 | Jul 9, 2018 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP61832A | CANCELLED | Apr 1, 2009 | May 4, 2011 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP61832A | REPLACED | Apr 1, 2009 | Apr 1, 2011 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TF487039 | REPLACED | Apr 1, 2007 | Apr 1, 2009 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TF487039 | REPLACED | Apr 1, 2007 | Apr 1, 2009 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | MIDWEST FAMILY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CPMN0560127237 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 15, 2025 | Mar 15, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | MIDWEST FAMILY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CPMN0560127237 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2024 | Nov 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | MIDWEST FAMILY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CPMN0560127237 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 23, 2020 | Dec 23, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | GFL0000519 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 23, 2020 | Dec 23, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BA0727362 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2020 | Nov 1, 2020 |
| TERM/CANCL | OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BA0727362 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 27, 2020 | Mar 27, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BA0727362 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 24, 2020 | Mar 24, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 48-768130-00 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2019 | Nov 1, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 48-768130-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 9, 2018 | Jul 9, 2018 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP61832A | BIPD/Primary | May 4, 2011 | May 4, 2011 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP61832A | CARGO | May 4, 2011 | May 4, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP61832A | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2011 | Apr 1, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TF487039 | CARGO | Apr 1, 2009 | Apr 1, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TF487039 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2009 | Apr 1, 2009 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-560886 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC560886 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 18, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 4, 2025 |
| MC560886 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 2, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 25, 2020 |
| MC560886 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 7, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 21, 2011 |
| MC560886 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jun 28, 2010 | — | Unknown |
| MC560886 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 6, 2007 | REVOKED | Jun 24, 2010 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
19 states • 130 inspections
Violation Summary (102 violations from latest 100 of 130 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 9 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 8 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 7 | 5 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPDIT | HOS (Property) - Driver driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time | 3 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B2-ELDDFC24 | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to certify the record immediately after the final required entry has been made or corrected for the 24 hour period. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-ATIS | Tires - All others leaking in tread area with inflation more than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.41B10-MC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial vehicle without corrective lenses or hearing aid as indicated on the driver's medical certificate | 2 | 2 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.3A3I-HOSPDIT | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time | 2 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:383.95A-LCDL | Restriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.205A-WRCC | Wheel/rim defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205A-WRBH | Wheel/rim defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207A-SAPPAS | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207F-SASMD | Suspension - Air spring/bag is missing or is detached at the top or bottom. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207F-SDAS | Suspension - Deflated air suspension | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.40A-B | Inadequate brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BCFSBD | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.7A-UOC | Unsafe operations - general | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BLMACBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-TAOCV | Tires - All others in contact with a part of the vehicle | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALR | Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9T | Inoperable tail lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.104B-C | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.110B3-C | Cargo securement - logs | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLML | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.205C-WR | Wheel/Rim - Wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.41A-MCPC | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLMF | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.32(c)(1) | ELD - driver tamper/disable | 1 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(i) | 395.3(a)(3)(i) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(4) | Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (130 inspections)
Showing 50 of 130
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 19, 2026 | ND | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | 0094 | ...457916 | B & C MARATHON TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Jan 27, 2026 | MT | TOW | 0 | 0 | US 212 | MM47.7 US212 | ...291940 | B & C MARATHON TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Jan 21, 2026 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | BATH | 320TH ST | ...229143 | B & C MARATHON TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Jun 16, 2025 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | MADISON LAKE | WALNUT AVE | ...608182 | B & C MARATHON TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Feb 6, 2024 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 2 | OLATHE | I35 | ...218165 | B&C MARATHON TRANSPORTATI |
| May 10, 2022 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | RAMP I 29 S TO I 880 E/ I88 | ...LL3727 | B & C MARATHON TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Mar 18, 2022 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | ST LOUIS | IS 70 | ...HN8666 | B & C MARATHON TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Jan 30, 2022 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | OAK | ISTH 94 | ...172050 | B & C MARATHON TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Nov 12, 2021 | ND | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | ...KJ2361 | B & C MARATHON TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Aug 29, 2021 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | GRANBY | MNTH 111 | ...HN8666 | B & C MARATHON TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Apr 26, 2021 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 2 | ST LOUIS | IS 70 | ...KG4399 | B & C MARATHON TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Apr 1, 2021 | ND | TOW | 0 | 0 | VALLEY CITY | — | ...KG4349 | B & C MARATHON TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Dec 23, 2020 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 14, 2020 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 13, 2019 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 21, 2019 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 4 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 31, 2018 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| May 30, 2017 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 17, 2015 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 14, 2014 | ND | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 2, 2013 | ND | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 15, 2013 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 30, 2012 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 24, 2012 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 10, 2011 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
40 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 40 events