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Carrier Profile · DOT 2815520

Mel Powers

DBA: Mel'S Trucking

For-Hire CommonInterstateCutler, CA 93615
Updated 2026-05-29T12:34:25.215Z·By Sarah Chen, Lead Safety Analyst·Reviewed by James Rodriguez·Methodology v2.1

Mel Powers has operated for 10.6y with a fleet of 1 power units and 1 drivers under Common authority. The company has recorded 1 roadside inspections in its operating history.

Identity
Legal nameMel Powers
DBAMel'S Trucking
DOT #2815520
MC #MC938699
CityCutler
StateCalifornia
ZIP93615
Authority age10.6y
StatusActive
Common authority✓ Authorized
Contract authorityNot authorized
Broker authorityNot authorized
OperationInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
MCS-150 filed10/05/2024
Company officerMel Powers
FMCSA SAFER →FMCSA Safety Scores (SMS) →
Fleet size
1
Power units
Drivers
1
Total drivers
Inspections
1
On record
Crashes
0
On record
OOS Rate
0.0%
Better than national avg (22.26%)

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

Location

38592 RD 116, Cutler, CA, 93615

38592 RD 116, CUTLER, CA, 93615Open in Maps →

Inspection history

1 total inspections. OOS rate: 0.0%. Showing last 5.

DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOS
9/26/2024CA200

Source: FMCSA inspection records. View methodology

Crash history

0 crashes on record. Showing last 3.

No crash records found.

Source: FMCSA crash records. View methodology

Insurance status

Current insurance filing on record with FMCSA.

Status
Active
Insurer
NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage
$1,000,000
Effective
9/19/2022

Source: FMCSA insurance filings. View methodology

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Authority timeline

Key events in this carrier's operating authority history.

Authority Granted
Oct 2015
FMCSA issued operating authority
Active
Current
Authority currently active

Source: FMCSA authority records and revocation orders. View methodology

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Frequently asked

Mel Powers

Answers from verified compliance records.

Is Mel Powers authorized to operate?

Yes. Mel Powers holds Common operating authority and is currently active.

What is Mel Powers's safety record?

Mel Powers has 1 roadside inspections on record. Crash history shows 0 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Mel Powers operate?

Mel Powers operates 1 power units with approximately 1 drivers.

Is Mel Powers insured?

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

Has Mel Powers had any risk indicators?

No risk indicators have been detected for Mel Powers as of the most recent data sync.

What is the DOT number for Mel Powers?

Mel Powers's DOT number is 2815520 and MC number is MC938699. 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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James Rodriguez
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