BIRKEY TRUCKING LLC
USDOT 2065113 • 3146 195TH ST, MANSON, IA, 50563
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals1 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-722259 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Apr 9, 2024 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT365113001 | ON FILE | Apr 8, 2024 | Jan 1, 2025 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP81355A | ON FILE | Aug 14, 2010 | Feb 21, 2017 |
Insurance History (19 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT365113001 | CANCELLED | Feb 27, 2024 | May 1, 2024 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT365113001 | REPLACED | Feb 27, 2024 | Apr 8, 2024 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT365113001 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT365113001 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT365113001 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT365113001 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2024 | Feb 27, 2024 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT365113001 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT365113001 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT365113001 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT365113001 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT365113001 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT365113001 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT365113001 | CANCELLED | Jan 1, 2024 | Mar 28, 2024 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 365113001 | REPLACED | Apr 7, 2022 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 365113001 | CANCELLED | Jan 1, 2020 | Apr 7, 2022 |
| WESTERN AGRICULTURAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AMP 6006254 | CANCELLED | May 24, 2018 | Jan 1, 2020 |
| WESTERN AGRICULTURAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AMP 6006254 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2017 | May 24, 2018 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP81355A | CANCELLED | Aug 14, 2010 | Feb 21, 2017 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP81355A | REPLACED | Aug 14, 2010 | Jan 1, 2017 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT365113001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2025 | Jan 1, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT365113001 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2024 | May 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT365113001 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2024 | Apr 8, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT365113001 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 28, 2024 | Mar 28, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT365113001 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 27, 2024 | Feb 27, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT365113001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT365113001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT365113001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT365113001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT365113001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT365113001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT365113001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT365113001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 365113001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT365113001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 365113001 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 7, 2022 | Apr 7, 2022 |
| CANCEL | WESTERN AGRICULTURAL INSURANCE COMPANY | AMP 6006254 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2020 | Jan 1, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | WESTERN AGRICULTURAL INSURANCE COMPANY | AMP 6006254 | BIPD/Primary | May 24, 2018 | May 24, 2018 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP81355A | CARGO | Feb 21, 2017 | Feb 21, 2017 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP81355A | BIPD/Primary | Feb 21, 2017 | Feb 21, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP81355A | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2017 | Jan 1, 2017 |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC722259 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 4, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 9, 2024 |
| MC722259 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 11, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 7, 2022 |
| MC722259 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 5, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 24, 2019 |
| MC722259 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 25, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 30, 2017 |
| MC722259 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Sep 2, 2010 | — | Unknown |
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
5 states • 24 inspections
Violation Summary (63 violations from 24 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 5 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 3 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-OOS | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 2 | 2 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9H | Inoperable head lamps | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9T | Inoperable tail lamp | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.4A-POS | Use of drugs | 2 | 2 | 10 | Controlled Substances/Alcohol |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A-ELD | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 1 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55C2 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A1-TAORETA | Tires - All others has more than one ply exposed in the tread area exceeding 2 square inches. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11TU | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.30B1 | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22H4 | Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A3-PROP | Driving beyond 11 hour driving limit. (Property Carrying Vehicle) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-PROP | Driving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:390.21TB | 390.21TB | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8F01 | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:383.71(h) | License (CDL) - CDL or CLP holder possesses a valid medical certificate but is not on file with the issuing state driver's licensing agency as required | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(a) | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83(h) | Exhaust - Not securely fastened to the vehicle | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.81 | Horn inoperable | 1 | 0 | 2 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(2) | Tire-tread and/or sidewall separation | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.26(b) | Motor carrier failed to ensure that the ELD automatically recorded the required data elements. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | 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
7 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (7 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2024 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | CLEAR LAKE | I35 NB EXIT RAMP/HIGHWAY 18 | ...469596 | BIRKEY TRUCKING LLC |
| Jan 16, 2023 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | INDEPENDENCE | RAMP IOWA AVE, N TO N TO STATE | ...297751 | BIRKEY TRUCKING LLC |
| May 21, 2018 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 26, 2017 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 20, 2017 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 15, 2016 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 25, 2016 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Enforcement Actions
1 closed case — FMCSA civil penalties
1 Enforcement Case
| Case Number | Closed Date | Violation Code(s) | Settlement | Subject Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IA-2023-1078-US1461 | Jul 31, 2023 | 383.37(b); 391.45(b)(1) | $7,340 | Carrier |
Compliance Timeline
30 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 30 events