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Carrier Profile · DOT 518616

Billy Bender

DBA: Benders Salvage

For-Hire CommonInterstateChapmanville, WV 25508
Updated 2026-05-29T12:34:25.215Z·By Sarah Chen, Lead Safety Analyst·Reviewed by James Rodriguez·Methodology v2.1

Billy Bender has operated for 33.2y with a fleet of 5 power units and 4 drivers under Common authority. The company has recorded 11 roadside inspections in its operating history.

Identity
Legal nameBilly Bender
DBABenders Salvage
DOT #518616
MC #MC1713479
CityChapmanville
StateWest Virginia
ZIP25508
Authority age33.2y
StatusActive
Common authority✓ Authorized
Contract authorityNot authorized
Broker authorityNot authorized
OperationInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
MCS-150 filed05/06/2025
Company officerBilly Bender
FMCSA SAFER →FMCSA Safety Scores (SMS) →
Fleet size
5
Power units
Drivers
4
Total drivers
Inspections
11
On record
Crashes
2
On record
OOS Rate
36.4%
Above national avg (22.26%)

Source: FMCSA compliance records, Truck Graph analysis. View methodology

Location

1429 BIG UGLY CREEK RD, Chapmanville, WV, 25508

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Inspection history

11 total inspections. OOS rate: 36.4%. Showing last 5.

DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOS
5/30/2024WV201
10/28/2025WV201
6/24/2024WV200
11/20/2025WV200
3/20/2025WV300

Source: FMCSA inspection records. View methodology

Crash history

2 crashes on record. Showing last 3.

DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
WV01N
WV00Y

Source: FMCSA crash records. View methodology

Insurance status

Current insurance filing on record with FMCSA.

Status
Active
Insurer
PROGRESSIVE CLASSIC INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage
$1,000,000
Effective
4/4/2025

Source: FMCSA insurance filings. View methodology

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Authority timeline

Key events in this carrier's operating authority history.

Authority Granted
Apr 1993
FMCSA issued operating authority
Active
Current
Authority currently active

Source: FMCSA authority records and revocation orders. View methodology

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Frequently asked

Billy Bender

Answers from verified compliance records.

Is Billy Bender authorized to operate?

Yes. Billy Bender holds Common operating authority and is currently active.

What is Billy Bender's safety record?

Billy Bender has 11 roadside inspections on record. Crash history shows 2 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Billy Bender operate?

Billy Bender operates 5 power units with approximately 4 drivers.

Is Billy Bender insured?

Billy Bender has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Billy Bender had any risk indicators?

No risk indicators have been detected for Billy Bender as of the most recent data sync.

What is the DOT number for Billy Bender?

Billy Bender's DOT number is 518616 and MC number is MC1713479. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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Sarah Chen
Lead Safety Analyst · 12 years freight intelligence
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