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45/100
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Risk signals detected. Verify authority, insurance, and safety record.
Broad & James Towing
DOT 536694 · MC MC358273 · Columbus, OH
Report generated: June 10, 2026 at 12:31 PM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✗Safety record clean?
✓No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Broad & James Towing (DOT 536694, MC MC358273) is a Ohio-based interstate carrier headquartered in Columbus, OH. As of June 10, 2026 at 12:31 PM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 2 risk signals on this carrier, including: crash with fatalities or injuries on record; unsafe driving violation on record. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Caution" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 10, 2026 at 12:31 PM.

Contract Authority
FMCSA Public Record
Broad & James INC
Operating as: Broad & James Towing
DOT Number536694
MC NumberMC358273
Street4301 E 5TH AVE
City / StateColumbus, OH 43219
Phone6142318697
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age32 yr 9 mo
MCS-150 filed04/22/2025
Company officerJames Shriner
Power units42
Total drivers33
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)Not authorized
Contract (for-hire)✓ Active
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Crash with fatalities or injuries on record
●Unsafe driving violation on record
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
OOS rate 0.0% vs. national avg 22.26% — below average
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Power Units
42
Fleet
Drivers
33
Total
Inspections
4
On record
Crashes
3
On record
OOS Rate
0.0%
↓ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
32 yr 9 mo
Since 1993
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
4 insp (100%)
Unsafe Driving
4 insp (100%)· 2 viol
Driver Fitness
4 insp (100%)
Controlled Substances
4 insp (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
1 insp (25%)· 1 viol
Inspection History
4 total · OOS rate 0.0%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
4/30/2025OHII00Pass
5/23/2025OHIII00Pass
6/21/2025OHIII00Pass
11/8/2024OHIII00Pass
Crash History
3 total on record
DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
—OH01Y
—OH00Y
—OH00Y
Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO.
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$1,000,000
Effective
10/1/2017
Location
4301 E 5TH AVE, Columbus, OH, 43219 · Open in Maps →
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Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedSep 1993
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Broad & James INC authorized to operate?

Yes. Broad & James INC holds Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is Broad & James INC's safety record?

Broad & James INC has 4 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 0.0%. Crash history shows 3 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Broad & James INC operate?

Broad & James INC operates 42 power units with approximately 33 drivers.

Is Broad & James INC insured?

Broad & James INC has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Broad & James INC had any risk indicators?

Broad & James INC has a risk score of 45/100 (High Risk) with 2 active risk signals. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for Broad & James INC?

Broad & James INC's DOT number is 536694 and MC number is MC358273. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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