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Do Not Tender
No active for-hire authority. Cannot legally haul freight for hire.
Bruce J Michels Trucking
DOT 98280 · MC MC139344 · Independence, IA
Report generated: June 8, 2026 at 1:20 AM
Authorized for hire?
Active insurance?
Safety record clean?
No fraud flags?
No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Bruce J Michels Trucking (DOT 98280, MC MC139344) is a Iowa-based intrastate carrier headquartered in Independence, IA. As of June 8, 2026 at 1:20 AM, operating authority is active but without for-hire authority. No active risk signals detected. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Do Not Tender" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 8, 2026 at 1:20 AM.

Authority Inactive
FMCSA Public Record
Bruce Michels
Operating as: Bruce J Michels Trucking
DOT Number98280
MC NumberMC139344
Street2045 JAMESTOWN AVE
City / StateIndependence, IA 50644
Phone3199382872
Operation typeIntrastate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age52 yr
MCS-150 filed05/08/2023
Company officerBruce Michels
Power units2
Total drivers2
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)⚠ Inactive
Contract (for-hire)Not authorized
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
✓ No risk signals detected
⚠ Serial Restarter Alert
1 prior revocation on record. Carrier re-registered authority after revocation. Exercise heightened scrutiny.
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
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Power Units
2
Fleet
Drivers
2
Total
Inspections
0
On record
Crashes
0
On record
OOS Rate
↓ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
52 yr
Since 1974
Inspection History
0 total · No inspections

No inspection records on file.

Crash History
0 total on record

No crash records on file.

Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
GRINNELL MUTUAL REINSURANCE CO.
Coverage type
34
Coverage amount
Effective
4/1/2007
Location
2045 JAMESTOWN AVE, Independence, IA, 50644 · Open in Maps →
2045 JAMESTOWN AVE, INDEPENDENCE, IA, 50644Open in Maps →
Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedJun 1974
FMCSA issued operating authority
INVOLUNTARY REVOCATIONApr 2023
License type: COMMON
Active USDOT — No for-hire authorityCurrent
USDOT record is active but no for-hire operating authority is currently granted

Source: FMCSA compliance records, inspection data, crash records, insurance filings, and TruckGraph analysis. View methodology

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bruce Michels authorized to operate?

Bruce Michels's USDOT number is active but it does not hold operating authority for for-hire interstate operations. It may operate as a private carrier. Verify status before tendering.

What is Bruce Michels's safety record?

Bruce Michels does not have a substantial inspection history on record. This may indicate limited interstate operations.

How many trucks does Bruce Michels operate?

Bruce Michels operates 2 power units with approximately 2 drivers.

Is Bruce Michels insured?

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

Has Bruce Michels had any risk indicators?

No risk signals detected for Bruce Michels as of the most recent data sync. Score: 0/100 (Clear).

What is the DOT number for Bruce Michels?

Bruce Michels's DOT number is 98280 and MC number is MC139344. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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Truck Graph. (2026). Bruce J Michels Trucking Safety Record, DOT 98280. Retrieved from https://truckgraph.com/carriers/98280
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"Bruce J Michels Trucking Safety Record, DOT 98280." Truck Graph, Jun 8, 2026, https://truckgraph.com/carriers/98280
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