LITMAN EXCAVATING INC
USDOT 820266 • 836 1ST STREET, NEW MARTINSVILLE, WV, 26155
ACTIVEMotor Carrier
Authority:1 active
Insurance:1 current
BOC-3:On file
Safety Rating:C
MCS-150:Never updated
OOS Orders:None
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
USDOT
820,266
Status
ACTIVE
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation
Interstate
Business Type
Motor Carrier
State
Phone
3044552736
Email
Power Units (MCS-150)
48
Drivers (MCS-150)
43
Safety Rating
C
MCS-150 Mileage
1,896,950
BOC-3 Agent
Physical Address
836 1ST STREET, NEW MARTINSVILLE, WV, 26155
Contact
Phone: 3044552736
Email: [email protected]
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Common Carrier — Active
Active Authority
1
Revoked / Inactive
0
Authority Types
1
Insurance Policies
1 active
Latest: Feb 12, 2019
BOC-3 Filing
On file
Operating Authority
fmcsa-authhistApr 5, 2026
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-1017973 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Unknown |
Active Insurance (1)
fmcsa-insurApr 5, 2026
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 71M0039A | ON FILE | Feb 12, 2019 | Nov 3, 2021 |
Insurance Events Timeline
fmcsa-insur-hist
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | 71M0039A | BIPD/Primary | Nov 3, 2021 | Nov 3, 2021 |
Authority Action History (1 events)
fmcsa-authhist-blob
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1017973 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 25, 2019 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Hours of Service
N/A
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspections
72
Violations
62
12 OOS
Vehicle OOS %
8.3%
Driver OOS %
8.3%
Above nat'l avg (6.7%)
Power Units (MCS-150)
48
Drivers (MCS-150)
43
Crash Records
7
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
4
May
2
Jun
4
Jul
3
Aug
3
Sep
1
Oct
1
Nov
Dec
Jan
4
Feb
Mar
1
Apr
5
May
1
Jun
4
Jul
3
Aug
1
Sep
1
Oct
Nov
2
Dec
Jan
1
Feb
2
Mar
1
Apr
Clean monthMonth with OOSBased on latest 72 of 72 inspection records
Inspection Activity Map
7 states • 72 inspections
None Low Medium High🚛 Home base
Violation Summary (62 violations from 72 inspections)
fmcsa-inspection-file
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 15 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 5 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 3 | 3 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.100(b) | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 2 | 2 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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 | 2 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHWS | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LSLMWR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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 | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSL | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95(a)(4) | 393.95(a)(4) | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(5) | Not physically qualified | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.45(b) | Expired medical examiner's certificate | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a)(1) | 391.41(a)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
Vehicle OOS Rate
8.3%vs nat'l 23.4%
-15.1 pts below avg
Driver OOS Rate
8.3%vs nat'l 6.7%
+1.6 pts above avg
Violations / Inspection
0.86vs nat'l 1.80
-0.94 below avg
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (72 inspections)
Showing 50 of 72
fmcsa-inspectionsApr 5, 2026
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
48 total · 14.6% OOS
2024-042026-04
InspectionsOOS
Most frequent inspection stations
NEW MARTINSVILLE WV8 · 1 OOS
ROADSIDE6 · 1 OOS
MOUNDSVILLE WV4 · 1 OOS
WHEELING WV3 · 1 OOS
FORT MILL SC2 · 1 OOS
CAMBRIDGE SCALES2 · 1 OOS
Violations by BASIC category
Vehicle Maintenance23 · 6 OOS
Driver Fitness11 · 6 OOS
Recent Crashes
7 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Total Crashes
7
Fatalities
0
Injuries
4
Across 2 crashes
Tow-Aways
6
Crash History (7 records)
fmcsa-crash-fileApr 5, 2026
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 2025 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | LEE (TOWNSHIP OF) | SR 255 | ...043313 | LITMAN EXCAV |
| Jul 15, 2024 | WV | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | WV RT 002 | ...015009 | LITMAN EXCAVATING INC |
| Jul 11, 2024 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | CHARLOTTE | 485 | ...024664 | LITMAN EXCAVATING INC |
| Apr 25, 2022 | WV | TOW | 0 | 0 | KINGWOOD | WV RT 007 VERTERANS MEMORIAL HIGHWAY | ...023901 | LITMAN EXCAVATING INC |
| Feb 10, 2020 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 7, 2016 | WV | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 11, 2012 | WV | INJURY | 0 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
8 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Nov 3, 2021
InsuranceInsurance term/repl
ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. • BIPD/Primary
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AuthorityMC-1017973 Certificate
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Crashes7 crash records
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Inspections72 inspection records
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StationNEW MARTINSVILLE WV
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StationROADSIDE
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