Carrier profile · USDOT 902290 · MC400571 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Michael E Thies

DBA Thies Trucking · Ava, IL · Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) for-hire carrier · Since 2000
Authority active$1M BIPD on fileNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedMachinery, Large ObjectsGrain, Feed, HayCoal/CokeSand and Rock
2
Power units
1
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
5,000
Annual miles
26 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
Carrier
Active
Broker
None
Docket
MC400571
Revocation pending
No
Common Carrier (Property)

Coverage vs federal minimum

BIPD liability$1,000,000
$750K required minimum (49 CFR 387.9)
CargoNot required

Filings on record

  1. Feb 24, 2023Liability (BIPD) · Artisan & Truckers Casualty Company · $1,000,000

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
2
Power units
2
Trucks
2
Tractors owned
4
Trailers owned
1
Drivers
1
CDL drivers
Not registered for hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)Authorized for HireExempt for Hire
Cargo carried
Machinery, Large ObjectsGrain, Feed, HayCoal/CokeSand and Rock
Annual mileage
5,000 mi (2025)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
902290
MC / docket
MC-400571
Legal name
Michael E Thies
DBA
Thies Trucking
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
First registered
Aug 29, 2000
Last MCS-150
Dec 17, 2025
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 Michael E Thies's USDOT number?

Michael E Thies's USDOT number is 902290 and its docket number is MC400571.

Is Michael E Thies authorized to operate?

Yes. FMCSA shows active carrier operating authority.

What is Michael E Thies's safety record?

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

How big is Michael E Thies's fleet?

2 power units and 1 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Dec 17, 2025.

What insurance does Michael E Thies carry?

$1,000,000 in BIPD liability coverage is on file with Artisan & Truckers Casualty Company.

Where is Michael E Thies located?

Michael E Thies is located at 1822 Rock Crusher Road, Ava, IL, 62907. Phone: (618) 426-3937.

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