BIG SKY TRUCKING INC
USDOT 278700 • 3178 E LYNDALE AVE, HELENA, MT, 59601
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP23940A | ON FILE | Jun 1, 2016 | Jun 1, 2025 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CT772159-8004-041 | ON FILE | Jun 1, 2005 | May 17, 2005 |
Insurance History (21 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WF004508 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2015 | Jul 18, 2016 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WF004508 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2015 | Jun 1, 2016 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CT772159-8004-041 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2005 | Jun 28, 2005 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CT772159-8004-041 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2005 | May 17, 2005 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CT772159-8004-041 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2005 | Jun 28, 2005 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP30129A | CANCELLED | May 17, 2005 | Jul 9, 2015 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP30129A | REPLACED | May 17, 2005 | Jun 1, 2015 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CT771259-8004-041 | REPLACED | Dec 16, 2004 | Dec 16, 2004 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CT772159-8004-041 | CANCELLED | Dec 16, 2004 | Jun 1, 2005 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CT772159-8004-041 | REPLACED | Dec 16, 2004 | May 17, 2005 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CT772159-8004-041 | CANCELLED | Dec 16, 2004 | Jun 1, 2005 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CT772159-8004-041 | REPLACED | Dec 16, 2004 | May 17, 2005 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CT772159-8004-041 | CANCELLED | May 17, 2004 | Dec 16, 2004 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CT772159-8004-041 | CANCELLED | May 17, 2004 | Dec 16, 2004 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP 8527H | REPLACED | Mar 5, 1997 | May 17, 2004 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | CLP8527 | REPLACED | Mar 5, 1997 | May 17, 2004 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | CLP8527 | CANCELLED | Mar 5, 1997 | Jun 23, 2004 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP 8527H | CANCELLED | Mar 5, 1997 | Jun 23, 2004 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | CLP8527 | REPLACED | May 17, 1988 | Mar 5, 1997 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP8527 | NAME CHANGED | May 17, 1988 | Mar 21, 1997 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | CLP8527 | NAME CHANGED | May 17, 1988 | Mar 21, 1997 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP23940A | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2025 | Jun 1, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WF004508 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 18, 2016 | Jul 18, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WF004508 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2016 | Jun 1, 2016 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP30129A | CARGO | Jul 9, 2015 | Jul 9, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP30129A | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2015 | Jun 1, 2015 |
| TERM/CANCL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT772159-8004-041 | CARGO | Jun 28, 2005 | Jun 28, 2005 |
| TERM/CANCL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT772159-8004-041 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 28, 2005 | Jun 28, 2005 |
| TERM/CANCL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT772159-8004-041 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2005 | Jun 1, 2005 |
| TERM/CANCL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT772159-8004-041 | CARGO | Jun 1, 2005 | Jun 1, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT772159-8004-041 | BIPD/Primary | May 17, 2005 | May 17, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT772159-8004-041 | CARGO | May 17, 2005 | May 17, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT772159-8004-041 | BIPD/Primary | May 17, 2005 | May 17, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT772159-8004-041 | CARGO | May 17, 2005 | May 17, 2005 |
| CANCEL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT772159-8004-041 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 16, 2004 | Dec 16, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT771259-8004-041 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 16, 2004 | Dec 16, 2004 |
| CANCEL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT772159-8004-041 | CARGO | Dec 16, 2004 | Dec 16, 2004 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP 8527H | BIPD/Primary | Jun 23, 2004 | Jun 23, 2004 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP8527 | CARGO | Jun 23, 2004 | Jun 23, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP 8527H | BIPD/Primary | May 17, 2004 | May 17, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP8527 | CARGO | May 17, 2004 | May 17, 2004 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP8527 | CARGO | Mar 21, 1997 | Mar 21, 1997 |
| NAMECHG | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP8527 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 21, 1997 | Mar 21, 1997 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP8527 | CARGO | Mar 5, 1997 | Mar 5, 1997 |
Authority Action History (17 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC161291 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 29, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 8, 2021 |
| MC161291 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 29, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 8, 2021 |
| MC161291 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 21, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 6, 2016 |
| MC161291 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 21, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 6, 2016 |
| MC161291 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 8, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 16, 2005 |
| MC161291 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 8, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 16, 2005 |
| MC161291 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 19, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 30, 2004 |
| MC161291 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 19, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 30, 2004 |
| MC161291 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 11, 1991 | — | Unknown |
| MC161291 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 11, 1991 | — | Unknown |
| MC161291 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REJECTED | Mar 27, 1989 | — | Unknown |
| MC161291 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REJECTED | Mar 27, 1989 | — | Unknown |
| MC161291 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 18, 1987 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC161291 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 18, 1987 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC161291 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 25, 1983 | — | Unknown |
| MC161291 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 12, 1982 | — | Unknown |
| MC161291 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REJECTED | May 6, 1982 | — | 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
22 states • 104 inspections
Violation Summary (78 violations from latest 100 of 104 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 8 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 7 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(2) | Driving beyond 11-hour driving limit | 4 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A3I-HOSPDIT | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time | 3 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| 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 | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 3 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.3A1-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 2 | 2 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(i) | 395.3(a)(3)(i) | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 2 | 1 | 7 | 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 | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:390.21TB | 390.21TB | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8 | Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.207F-SDAS | Suspension - Deflated air suspension | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11TL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2PC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9T | Inoperable tail lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2LC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(5) | Not physically qualified | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.11(a)(1) | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TFL | Tires - Front leaking or inflation 50% or less than of the maximum inflation pressure | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(c) | Leaf spring assembly defective/missing | 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:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:177.834(a) | General loading/unloading hazmat | 1 | 1 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 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 (104 inspections)
Showing 50 of 104
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
15 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (15 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 15, 2020 | CO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 8, 2020 | MT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 24, 2020 | MT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 13, 2018 | MT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 11, 2017 | MT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 5, 2017 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 12, 2016 | NJ | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 13, 2016 | MT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 19, 2015 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 1, 2013 | MT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 23, 2008 | UT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 6, 2005 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 12, 2003 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 15, 2000 | NJ | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 31, 1996 | UT | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
40 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 40 events