NU-WOOL COMPANY INC
USDOT 174834 • 2472 PORT SHELDON ROAD, JENISON, MI, 49428
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAVELERS CASUALTY AND SURETY COMPANY | SURETY | 24 S100951419BCA | ON FILE | May 15, 1995 | Oct 16, 2013 |
| INDIANA INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 22-197-701 | ON FILE | Jan 1, 1995 | Jan 1, 1996 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | TRAVELERS CASUALTY AND SURETY COMPANY | 24 S100951419BCA | SURETY | Oct 16, 2013 | Oct 16, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | INDIANA INSURANCE CO. | 22-197-701 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 1996 | Jan 1, 1996 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROKER | MC-288664 | VOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (2 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC288664 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 26, 1995 | — | Unknown |
| MC288664 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | May 30, 1995 | REVOKED | Nov 23, 2007 |
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
6 states • 24 inspections
Violation Summary (36 violations from 24 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 7 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 5 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.41APC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency | 2 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUCR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.82DUMT | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b) | 390.21T(b) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.28 | Wiring - improper/inadequate | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.19 | Hazard warning signal inoperable | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
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 (24 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
12 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (12 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2025 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | BELVIDERE TWP | HOWARD CITY EDMORE | ...692146 | NU-WOOL COMPANY INC |
| Oct 10, 2023 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | ZEELAND TWP | CHICAGO | ...UK6898 | NU-WOOL COMPANY INC |
| Feb 9, 2021 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | MICHIGAN CITY | I-94 | ...448296 | NU-WOOL COMPANY INC |
| Mar 12, 2020 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 15, 2014 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 20, 2013 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 5, 2013 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 21, 2008 | MI | FATAL | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 18, 2006 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 14, 2002 | MI | FATAL | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 18, 1999 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 6, 1995 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
15 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records