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Merlin Brod Trucking
DOT 170597 · MC MC406956 · Madison, SD
Report generated: June 9, 2026 at 12:33 PM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✓Safety record clean?
✓No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Merlin Brod Trucking (DOT 170597, MC MC406956) is a South Dakota-based interstate carrier headquartered in Madison, SD. As of June 9, 2026 at 12:33 PM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 1 risk signal on this carrier, including: no inspection history on record. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Caution" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 9, 2026 at 12:33 PM.

Contract Authority
FMCSA Public Record
Merlin Brod
Operating as: Merlin Brod Trucking
DOT Number170597
MC NumberMC406956
Street23478 454TH AVE
City / StateMadison, SD 57042
Phone6052563342
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age52 yr
MCS-150 filed08/04/2025
Company officerMerlin B. Brod
Power units4
Total drivers3
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)Not authorized
Contract (for-hire)✓ Active
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●No inspection history on record
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
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Power Units
4
Fleet
Drivers
3
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
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$750,000
Effective
8/22/2025
Location
23478 454TH AVE, Madison, SD, 57042 · Open in Maps →
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Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedJun 1974
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Merlin Brod authorized to operate?

Yes. Merlin Brod holds Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is Merlin Brod's safety record?

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

How many trucks does Merlin Brod operate?

Merlin Brod operates 4 power units with approximately 3 drivers.

Is Merlin Brod insured?

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

Has Merlin Brod had any risk indicators?

Merlin Brod has a risk score of 15/100 (Monitor) with 1 active risk signal. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for Merlin Brod?

Merlin Brod's DOT number is 170597 and MC number is MC406956. 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). Merlin Brod Trucking Safety Record, DOT 170597. Retrieved from https://truckgraph.com/carriers/170597
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