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Carrier profile · USDOT 999504 · MC023823 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Robert Bower

DBA Bower Trucking · Colon, MI · Interstate for-hire carrier · Since 2002
Authority active$2M BIPD on fileNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsMotor VehiclesDrive/Tow AwayLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding Materials+7 more
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (269) 317-0973
3
Power units
1
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
46K
Annual miles
24 yr
Registered
95
/ 100
Clear to load

Operating legally, with 2 flags to weigh

Authority and insurance are in order. MCS-150 not updated in over 2 years: FMCSA requires a biennial update. 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 & identity15/20

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

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Carrier
Active
Broker
None
Docket
MC023823
Revocation pending
No
Common Carrier (Property)

Coverage vs federal minimum

BIPD liability$2,000,000
$750K required minimum (49 CFR 387.9)
CargoNot required

Filings on record

  1. Apr 25, 2017Liability (BIPD) · Farm Bureau General Ins Co of Michigan · $2,000,000

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
3
Power units
3
Trucks
3
Tractors owned
8
Trailers owned
1
Drivers
1
CDL drivers
Not registered for hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
InterstateAuthorized for HireExempt for Hire
Cargo carried
General FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsMotor VehiclesDrive/Tow AwayLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsFresh ProduceLivestockGrain, Feed, HayCommodities Dry BulkAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstruction
Annual mileage
46,235 mi (2024)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
999504
MC / docket
MC-23823
Legal name
Robert Bower
DBA
Bower Trucking
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Interstate
First registered
Jan 17, 2002
Last MCS-150
Sep 1, 2024
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 Robert Bower's USDOT number?

Robert Bower's USDOT number is 999504 and its docket number is MC023823.

Is Robert Bower authorized to operate?

Yes. FMCSA shows active carrier operating authority.

What is Robert Bower's safety record?

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

How big is Robert Bower's fleet?

3 power units and 1 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Sep 1, 2024.

What insurance does Robert Bower carry?

$2,000,000 in BIPD liability coverage is on file with Farm Bureau General Ins Co of Michigan.

Where is Robert Bower located?

Robert Bower is located at 485 S Burr Oak Rd, Colon, MI, 49040. Phone: (269) 317-0973.

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