BIRCHWOOD TRANSPORT INC
USDOT 224021 • 3111 152 ND AVE, KENOSHA, WI, 53144
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT5204707 | ON FILE | Sep 1, 2024 | Sep 1, 2025 |
| TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA | SURETY | 104554852 | ON FILE | Aug 12, 2005 | Aug 12, 2005 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP04720A | ON FILE | Jan 1, 2002 | Feb 2, 2006 |
Insurance History (19 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT5204706 | REPLACED | Sep 1, 2023 | Sep 1, 2024 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT5204705 | REPLACED | Sep 1, 2022 | Sep 1, 2023 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT5204704 | REPLACED | Sep 1, 2021 | Sep 1, 2022 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT5204703 | REPLACED | Sep 1, 2020 | Sep 1, 2021 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT5204703 | REPLACED | Sep 1, 2020 | Sep 1, 2020 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT5204702 | REPLACED | Sep 1, 2019 | Sep 1, 2020 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT5204701 | REPLACED | Sep 1, 2018 | Sep 1, 2019 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ZACAT5204700 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2018 | Sep 1, 2018 |
| WESTFIELD INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CSP 7 401 754 | CANCELLED | Jan 1, 2012 | Jan 1, 2018 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | GJ-LHT-268J4526-TIL-07 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2007 | Jan 1, 2012 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AT214143599401 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2006 | Jan 1, 2007 |
| TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA | SURETY | 104554852 | REPLACED | Aug 12, 2005 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA | SURETY | 104554852 | CANCELLED | Aug 12, 2005 | Nov 1, 2013 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP04720A | CANCELLED | Jan 1, 2002 | Feb 2, 2006 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP04720A | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2002 | Jan 1, 2006 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP04720A | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2002 | Jan 1, 2006 |
| WESTERN SURETY CO. | SURETY | 6916361 | CANCELLED | Aug 12, 2001 | Aug 12, 2005 |
| THE CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | SURETY | BNS142 2245 | REPLACED | Aug 12, 1993 | Aug 12, 2001 |
| THE CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CBP606777891 | REPLACED | Sep 1, 1990 | Jan 1, 2002 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT5204707 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2025 | Sep 1, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT5204706 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2024 | Sep 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT5204705 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2023 | Sep 1, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT5204704 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2022 | Sep 1, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT5204703 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2021 | Sep 1, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT5204702 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2020 | Sep 1, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT5204703 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2020 | Sep 1, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT5204701 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2019 | Sep 1, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | ZACAT5204700 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2018 | Sep 1, 2018 |
| CANCEL | WESTFIELD INSURANCE CO. | CSP 7 401 754 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2018 | Jan 1, 2018 |
| TERM/CANCL | TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA | 104554852 | SURETY | Nov 1, 2013 | Nov 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA | 104554852 | SURETY | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | GJ-LHT-268J4526-TIL-07 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2012 | Jan 1, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AT214143599401 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2007 | Jan 1, 2007 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP04720A | CARGO | Feb 2, 2006 | Feb 2, 2006 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP04720A | BIPD/Primary | Feb 2, 2006 | Feb 2, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP04720A | CARGO | Jan 1, 2006 | Jan 1, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP04720A | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2006 | Jan 1, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA | 104554852 | SURETY | Aug 12, 2005 | Aug 12, 2005 |
| CANCEL | WESTERN SURETY CO. | 6916361 | SURETY | Aug 12, 2005 | Aug 12, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | CBP606777891 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2002 | Jan 1, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | BNS142 2245 | SURETY | Aug 12, 2001 | Aug 12, 2001 |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC164062 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 5, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 28, 2017 |
| MC164062 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Sep 9, 1993 | — | Unknown |
| MC164062 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | May 16, 1990 | — | Unknown |
| MC164062 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | May 30, 1984 | — | Unknown |
| MC164062 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 24, 1983 | — | 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
15 states • 52 inspections
Violation Summary (37 violations from 52 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 8 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.82(a)(1) | Texting while driving | 2 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LBL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.9A2-C | Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | 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-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.207B-AALPME | Frame cracked/broken/sagging | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLILC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b) | 390.21T(b) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLML | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.14 | Driving in hazardous conditions | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22(g) | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 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 (52 inspections)
Showing 50 of 52
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 10, 2025 | SC | TOW | 0 | 0 | PIEDMONT | I85 36SB | ...940618 | BIRCHWOOD TRANSPORT INC |
| Mar 15, 2025 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | THORNTON TWP | I-80 E/B | ...940618 | BIRCHWOOD TRANSPORT INC |
| Jan 10, 2025 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | I 285 S | ...LU7610 | BIRCHWOOD TRANSPORT INC |
| Sep 18, 2024 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...MW7266 | BIRCHWOOD TRANSPORT INC |
| Apr 10, 2024 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | BUTTON GWINNETT DR NW AT BEST FRIEND RD NW | ...MS8944 | BIRCHWOOD TRANSPORT INC |
| May 10, 2023 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | FOND DU LAC | STH 023 WB | ...MW7264 | BIRCHWOOD TRANSPORT INC |
| Mar 22, 2023 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | ARCOLA | W US 30 | ...434226 | BIRCHWOOD TRANSPORT INC |
| Apr 2, 2021 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I-285 SB / PACES FERRY RD | ...BS3586 | BIRCHWOOD TRANSPORT INC |
| Jun 27, 2020 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 24, 2020 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 5, 2020 | SC | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 12, 2019 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| May 11, 2019 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 19, 2019 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 16, 2019 | SC | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 29, 2017 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 13, 2017 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 17, 2017 | AL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 10, 2016 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 30, 2016 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 8, 2016 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 26, 2015 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 26, 2015 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 31, 2015 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 25, 2015 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
48 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 48 events