Carrier profile · USDOT 2264459 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

John Claar Excavating Inc

Woodward, PA · Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) for-hire carrier · Since 2012
No MC authorityNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightHousehold GoodsMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsMotor VehiclesLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding Materials+3 more
7
Power units
3
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
46K
Annual miles
14 yr
Registered
100
/ 100
Clear to load

Operating legally with a clean record

No problems found in FMCSA authority, insurance, inspection or crash data.

How we scored it · 5 factors
Operating authority20/20
Insurance20/20
Out-of-service rates20/20
Crashes & rating20/20
Continuity & identity20/20

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

FMCSA closed cases

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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
7
Power units
7
Trucks
—
Tractors owned
7
Trailers owned
3
Drivers
3
CDL drivers
Not registered for hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)Private PropertyAuthorized for Hire
Cargo carried
General FreightHousehold GoodsMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsMotor VehiclesLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsConstructionRock, Gravel, Dirt
Annual mileage
46,000 mi (2025)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
2264459
MC / docket
None
Legal name
John Claar Excavating Inc
DBA
—
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
First registered
Jan 18, 2012
Last MCS-150
Feb 20, 2026
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
3 (3)
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 John Claar Excavating Inc's USDOT number?

John Claar Excavating Inc's USDOT number is 2264459.

Is John Claar Excavating Inc authorized to operate?

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

What is John Claar Excavating Inc's safety record?

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

How big is John Claar Excavating Inc's fleet?

7 power units and 3 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Feb 20, 2026.

Where is John Claar Excavating Inc located?

John Claar Excavating Inc is located at 1142 Pine Creek Road, Woodward, PA, 16882. Phone: (814) 883-8291.

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