TSCHIGGFRIE EXCAVATING
USDOT 402330 • 425 JULIEN DUBUQUE DRIVE, DUBUQUE, IA, 52003-7936
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-354630 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Oct 16, 2023 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BITCO GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | CAP 3686805 | ON FILE | Oct 1, 2019 | Oct 1, 2023 |
| CENTENNIAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 259017669 | ON FILE | Oct 10, 2000 | Oct 1, 2000 |
Insurance History (11 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BITCO GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | CAP 3686805 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 2019 | Nov 3, 2023 |
| BITCO GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | CAP 3673414 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2018 | Oct 1, 2019 |
| SELECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY OF SOUTH CAROLINA | BIPD/Primary | S2240096 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 2016 | Oct 1, 2018 |
| UNITED FIRE & CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | 60437348 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2016 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-K77023 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2012 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-K77023 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 2012 | Nov 1, 2013 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-K77023 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2009 | Oct 1, 2012 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CAF68239 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2000 | Oct 1, 2009 |
| CENTENNIAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 259017669 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 2000 | Jul 10, 2005 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AS214143232704 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 1998 | Nov 10, 2000 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AS214143232704 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 1998 | Oct 1, 2000 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | BITCO GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | CAP 3686805 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 3, 2023 | Nov 3, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | BITCO GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | CAP 3686805 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2023 | Oct 1, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | BITCO GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | CAP 3673414 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2019 | Oct 1, 2019 |
| CANCEL | SELECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY OF SOUTH CAROLINA | S2240096 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2018 | Oct 1, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED FIRE & CASUALTY CO. | 60437348 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2016 | Oct 1, 2016 |
| TERM/CANCL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-K77023 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2013 | Nov 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-K77023 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-K77023 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2012 | Oct 1, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CAF68239 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2009 | Oct 1, 2009 |
| CANCEL | CENTENNIAL INSURANCE CO. | 259017669 | CARGO | Jul 10, 2005 | Jul 10, 2005 |
| TERM/CANCL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AS214143232704 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 10, 2000 | Nov 10, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | CENTENNIAL INSURANCE CO. | 259017669 | CARGO | Oct 1, 2000 | Oct 1, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AS214143232704 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2000 | Oct 1, 2000 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-354630 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (4 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC354630 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 10, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 16, 2023 |
| MC354630 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Oct 23, 2018 | — | Unknown |
| MC354630 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 7, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 16, 2013 |
| MC354630 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 18, 1999 | REVOKED | Oct 9, 2018 |
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
4 states • 24 inspections
Violation Summary (53 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:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 4 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 3 | 0 | 3 | 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 | 2 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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:392.2P | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55D1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43DBMA | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.5A2-DETECT | Driver having any measured alcohol concentration or any detected presence of alcohol while on dutyor operating or in physical control of a commercial motor veh | 1 | 1 | — | Controlled Substances/Alcohol |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LLPL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.41-BNPB | Brake - Inoperative or missing parking brake on power unit | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHHC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | 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:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2FC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.41 | No or defective parking brake system on CMV | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.9(a)(2) | Failing to secure vehicle equipment | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
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
20 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (20 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2023 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | US 61 S | ...NF3005 | TSCHIGGFRIE EXCAVATING |
| May 27, 2022 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | PEOSTA | PEOSTA ST | ...824791 | TSCHIGGFRIE EXCAVATING |
| Oct 31, 2019 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 3, 2019 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 20, 2017 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 28, 2010 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 2, 2007 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 5, 2006 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| May 22, 2002 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 12, 2000 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 11, 1999 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 21, 1999 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 18, 1998 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 18, 1998 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 22, 1997 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| May 31, 1997 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 26, 1996 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 25, 1996 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 23, 1996 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| May 18, 1993 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
34 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 34 events