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Carrier profile · USDOT 654985 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Bob Wheeler

DBA Bob Wheelers Backhoe Service · Sturgis, KY · Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) carrier · Since 1996
No MC authorityNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedMachinery, Large ObjectsOilfield Equipment
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (270) 389-3536
2
Power units
1
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
150K
Annual miles
30 yr
Registered
95
/ 100
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MCS-150 not updated in over 2 years: FMCSA requires a biennial update.

How we scored it · 5 factors
Operating authority20/20
Insurance20/20
Out-of-service rates20/20
Crashes & rating20/20
Continuity & identity15/20

Composite of public FMCSA authority, insurance, inspection and crash records weighted against the national fleet. Decision support, not an official FMCSA safety rating.

Safety

FMCSA inspections & crashes · 24 mo · AS OF OCT 7, 2026

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and not rated by FMCSA.

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026

No operating authority (MC/FF docket) on file. Private and intrastate carriers don't need one; interstate for-hire carriers and brokers do.

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
2
Power units
2
Trucks
1
Tractors owned
1
Trailers owned
1
Drivers
1
CDL drivers
Not registered for hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)Private Property
Cargo carried
Machinery, Large ObjectsOilfield Equipment
Annual mileage
150,000 mi (2016)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
654985
MC / docket
None
Legal name
Bob Wheeler
DBA
Bob Wheelers Backhoe Service
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
First registered
Aug 17, 1996
Last MCS-150
Nov 23, 2016
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
1 (1)
Hazmat
No
Business type
Individual

Fraud & network signals

For review, not a verdict.

No prior revocation
FMCSA shows no link to a previously revoked authority.
Unique phone number
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique email address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique street address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.

Frequently asked

What is Bob Wheeler's USDOT number?

Bob Wheeler's USDOT number is 654985.

Is Bob Wheeler authorized to operate?

It does not hold MC operating authority, which private and intrastate carriers do not need.

What is Bob Wheeler's safety record?

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months. Not rated by FMCSA.

How big is Bob Wheeler's fleet?

2 power units and 1 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Nov 23, 2016.

Where is Bob Wheeler located?

Bob Wheeler is located at 790 C C Buckman Rd, Sturgis, KY, 42459. Phone: (270) 389-3536.

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