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Carrier profile · USDOT 522534 · MC-1564917 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Michael Ponder

DBA Ponder Wrecker Service · Cullman, AL · Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) for-hire carrier · Since 1993
No MC authorityNot rated by FMCSAHazmat
Cargo carriedMotor VehiclesDrive/Tow Away
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (256) 739-0149
3
Power units
3
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
30K
Annual miles
33 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
3
Power units
3
Trucks
—
Tractors owned
—
Trailers owned
3
Drivers
0
CDL drivers
Registered to haul hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)Authorized for Hire
Cargo carried
Motor VehiclesDrive/Tow Away
Annual mileage
30,000 mi (2024)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
522534
MC / docket
MC-1564917
Legal name
Michael Ponder
DBA
Ponder Wrecker Service
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
First registered
May 10, 1993
Last MCS-150
Apr 14, 2025
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
3 (0)
Hazmat
Yes
Business type
Corporation

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 Ponder's USDOT number?

Michael Ponder's USDOT number is 522534 and its docket number is MC-1564917.

Is Michael Ponder authorized to operate?

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

What is Michael Ponder's safety record?

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

How big is Michael Ponder's fleet?

3 power units and 3 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Apr 14, 2025.

Where is Michael Ponder located?

Michael Ponder is located at 2600 Al Hwy 157, Cullman, AL, 35058. Phone: (256) 739-0149.

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