Carrier profile · USDOT 370298 · MC648069 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Michael L Branch

DBA Willy's Towing · Smithfield, RI · Interstate for-hire carrier · Since 1989
Authority active$750K BIPD on fileSatisfactory ratingNo hazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightMotor VehiclesDrive/Tow AwayBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsIntermodal Containers+1 more
1
Power units
1
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
5,000
Annual miles
37 yr
Registered
100
/ 100
Clear to load

Operating legally, with one flag to weigh

Authority and insurance are in order. No roadside inspections in 24 months: Too little history to judge on-road safety.

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. FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory.

Enforcement

FMCSA closed cases

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Carrier
Active
Broker
None
Docket
MC648069
Revocation pending
No
Common Carrier (Property)

Coverage vs federal minimum

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

Filings on record

  1. Apr 12, 2018Liability (BIPD) · Phenix Mutual Fire Insurance Company

Equipment

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

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
InterstateAuthorized for Hire
Cargo carried
General FreightMotor VehiclesDrive/Tow AwayBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsIntermodal ContainersConstruction
Annual mileage
5,000 mi (2024)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
370298
MC / docket
MC-648069
Legal name
Michael L Branch
DBA
Willy's Towing
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Interstate
First registered
Oct 18, 1989
Last MCS-150
Jun 11, 2025
Safety rating
Satisfactory
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 L Branch's USDOT number?

Michael L Branch's USDOT number is 370298 and its docket number is MC648069.

Is Michael L Branch authorized to operate?

Yes. FMCSA shows active carrier operating authority.

What is Michael L Branch's safety record?

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months. FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory.

How big is Michael L Branch's fleet?

1 power unit and 1 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Jun 11, 2025.

What insurance does Michael L Branch carry?

$750,000 in BIPD liability coverage is on file with Phenix Mutual Fire Insurance Company.

Where is Michael L Branch located?

Michael L Branch is located at 221 Washington Hgwy, Smithfield, RI, 02917. Phone: (401) 231-1800.

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Source: FMCSA public records via the U.S. DOT Open Data Portal. Carrier Search presents the federal record and computed signals for decision support only. It is not an FMCSA safety rating and not a recommendation to use or avoid any carrier. Verify authority and insurance before tendering.