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Minor signals on record. Confirm authority and insurance before dispatch.
Michaels Transport
DOT 2897197 · MC MC969536 · Elkins, WV
Report generated: June 9, 2026 at 7:30 AM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✓Safety record clean?
✓No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Michaels Transport (DOT 2897197, MC MC969536) is a West Virginia-based interstate carrier headquartered in Elkins, WV. As of June 9, 2026 at 7:30 AM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 1 risk signal on this carrier, including: 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 9, 2026 at 7:30 AM.

Common Authority
FMCSA Public Record
Michael Sparks
Operating as: Michaels Transport
DOT Number2897197
MC NumberMC969536
Street3384 CHENOWETH CREEK ROAD
City / StateElkins, WV 26241
Phone3045914164
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age10 yr
MCS-150 filed04/24/2026
Company officerMichael Sparks
Power units1
Total drivers1
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)✓ Active
Contract (for-hire)Not authorized
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●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
1
Fleet
Drivers
1
Total
Inspections
1
On record
Crashes
0
On record
OOS Rate
0.0%
↓ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
10 yr
Since 2016
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
1 insp (100%)
Unsafe Driving
1 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Driver Fitness
1 insp (100%)
Controlled Substances
1 insp (100%)
Inspection History
1 total · OOS rate 0.0%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
10/8/2025OHIII00Pass
Crash History
0 total on record

No crash records on file.

Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
GEICO MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$750,000
Effective
1/29/2025
Location
3384 CHENOWETH CREEK ROAD, Elkins, WV, 26241 · Open in Maps →
3384 CHENOWETH CREEK ROAD, ELKINS, WV, 26241Open in Maps →
Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedJun 2016
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Michael Sparks authorized to operate?

Yes. Michael Sparks holds Common operating authority and is currently active.

What is Michael Sparks's safety record?

Michael Sparks has 1 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 0.0%. Crash history shows 0 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Michael Sparks operate?

Michael Sparks operates 1 power units with approximately 1 drivers.

Is Michael Sparks insured?

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

Has Michael Sparks had any risk indicators?

Michael Sparks has a risk score of 20/100 (Caution) with 1 active risk signal. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for Michael Sparks?

Michael Sparks's DOT number is 2897197 and MC number is MC969536. 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). Michaels Transport Safety Record, DOT 2897197. Retrieved from https://truckgraph.com/carriers/2897197
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"Michaels Transport Safety Record, DOT 2897197." Truck Graph, Jun 9, 2026, https://truckgraph.com/carriers/2897197
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