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Carrier profile · USDOT 590380 · MC545759 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Michael J Brown

DBA Mike Brown Trucking · Barnum, MN · Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) for-hire carrier · Since 1995
Authority active$750K BIPD on fileNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsIntermodal Containers+6 more
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (218) 310-9551
5
Power units
5
Drivers
2
Inspections · 24 mo
1
Crashes · 24 mo
550K
Annual miles
31 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
Vehicle out-of-service
—
National 22.26% · 0 of 0 inspections · needs 3+
Driver out-of-service
—
National 6.67% · 0 of 2 inspections · needs 3+
Crashes
1
0 fatal0 injury1 tow-away
Crash rate 0.91 per 1M mi
Total inspections
2
Driver inspections
2
Vehicle inspections
0
People injured
0
Fatalities
0
FMCSA rating
Not rated

Enforcement

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Carrier
Active
Broker
None
Docket
MC545759
Revocation pending
No
Contract Carrier (Property)

Coverage vs federal minimum

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

Filings on record

  1. Mar 6, 2019Liability (BIPD) · Auto Owners Insurance Company · $750,000

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
5
Power units
5
Trucks
3
Tractors owned
7
Trailers owned
5
Drivers
5
CDL drivers
Not registered for hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)Authorized for Hire
Cargo carried
General FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsIntermodal ContainersLivestockGrain, Feed, HayCommodities Dry BulkPaper ProductsAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstruction
Annual mileage
550,000 mi (2023)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
590380
MC / docket
MC-545759
Legal name
Michael J Brown
DBA
Mike Brown Trucking
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
First registered
Feb 13, 1995
Last MCS-150
Nov 4, 2024
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
5 (5)
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 J Brown's USDOT number?

Michael J Brown's USDOT number is 590380 and its docket number is MC545759.

Is Michael J Brown authorized to operate?

Yes. FMCSA shows active carrier operating authority.

What is Michael J Brown's safety record?

Over the last 24 months: 2 roadside inspections, and 1 reportable crash (0 fatal). Not rated by FMCSA.

How big is Michael J Brown's fleet?

5 power units and 5 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Nov 4, 2024.

What insurance does Michael J Brown carry?

$750,000 in BIPD liability coverage is on file with Auto Owners Insurance Company.

Where is Michael J Brown located?

Michael J Brown is located at 3887 Lone Oak Road, Barnum, MN, 55707. Phone: (218) 310-9551.

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