Carrier profile · USDOT 1259176 · MC493956 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Fred Miller

DBA Earth Works · Cherokee, IA · Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) for-hire carrier · Since 2004
Authority inactiveNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsFresh ProduceLivestockMeat+6 more
2
Power units
2
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
—
Annual miles
22 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.

Enforcement

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Carrier
Inactive
Broker
None
Docket
MC493956
Revocation pending
No

Coverage vs federal minimum

BIPD liabilityNone
$750K required minimum (49 CFR 387.9)
CargoNot required

Equipment

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

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)Authorized for Hire
Cargo carried
General FreightBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsFresh ProduceLivestockMeatCommodities Dry BulkRefrigerated FoodBeveragesAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstructionWater Well
Annual mileage
Not reported

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
1259176
MC / docket
MC-493956
Legal name
Fred Miller
DBA
Earth Works
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
First registered
Jun 17, 2004
Last MCS-150
Nov 11, 2005
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.
Shared phone number
Same phone number as 1 other active USDOT.
Unique email address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique street address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Sharing this phone number · (712) 225-1663

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Frequently asked

What is Fred Miller's USDOT number?

Fred Miller's USDOT number is 1259176 and its docket number is MC493956.

Is Fred Miller authorized to operate?

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

What is Fred Miller's safety record?

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

How big is Fred Miller's fleet?

2 power units and 2 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Nov 11, 2005.

Where is Fred Miller located?

Fred Miller is located at 800 W Bluff, Cherokee, IA, 51012. Phone: (712) 225-1663.

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