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Carrier profile · USDOT 2181802 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Buckhorn Orchards

Empire, MI · Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) carrier · Since 2011
No MC authorityNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedMachinery, Large ObjectsFresh ProduceGrain, Feed, HayChemicalsAgricultural/Farm Supplies
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (231) 883-2179
2
Power units
2
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
—
Annual miles
15 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
—
Tractors owned
—
Trailers owned
2
Drivers
2
CDL drivers
Not registered for hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)Private Property
Cargo carried
Machinery, Large ObjectsFresh ProduceGrain, Feed, HayChemicalsAgricultural/Farm Supplies
Annual mileage
Not reported

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
2181802
MC / docket
None
Legal name
Buckhorn Orchards
DBA
—
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
First registered
Aug 11, 2011
Last MCS-150
Aug 11, 2011
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
2 (2)
Hazmat
No
Business type
—

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 Buckhorn Orchards's USDOT number?

Buckhorn Orchards's USDOT number is 2181802.

Is Buckhorn Orchards authorized to operate?

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

What is Buckhorn Orchards's safety record?

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

How big is Buckhorn Orchards's fleet?

2 power units and 2 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Aug 11, 2011.

Where is Buckhorn Orchards located?

Buckhorn Orchards is located at 11580 South Fritz Road, Empire, MI, 49630. Phone: (231) 883-2179.

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