What is MC number 360507?

MC number 360507 is assigned to Walter J Powell, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 804353.

Is Walter J Powell Safe? DOT 804353 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Walter J Powell?

Walter J Powell has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of February 18, 2009, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Walter J Powell had?

Walter J Powell has recorded 8 total inspections, with 0 out-of-service orders.

Q: Where is Walter J Powell located?

Walter J Powell is headquartered at 4187 Old Post Road, Havre, MT 59501.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating and no crashes reported.

Walter J Powell is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 804353. The company operates from Havre, MT and maintains an active operating status with 2 power units and 2 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: February 18, 2009

Walter J Powell holds a "Satisfactory" safety rating from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This rating indicates that the carrier has been found to comply with federal safety regulations based on the most recent compliance review conducted by FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

8 inspections — relatively low volume, which may indicate a smaller or newer carrier.

OOS Rate0.00%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. This carrier has a 0% OOS rate — significantly better than the national average of ~21% for vehicles.

Crash History

✅No crashes reported (FMCSA data)

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

Higher = more risk · FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories

1.7

Unsafe Driving

Measures violations related to speeding, reckless driving, and improper lane changes.

0.0

HOS Compliance

Tracks hours-of-service violations, including driving beyond legal limits without rest.

0.0

Driver Fitness

Reflects issues with driver qualifications, licenses, and medical certifications.

0.0

Controlled Substances

Captures drug and alcohol violations, including failed or refused tests.

5.0

Vehicle Maintenance

Reflects brake, tire, lighting, and other equipment-related inspection violations.

Scores above 65 (general freight) or 50 (passenger/hazmat) trigger an FMCSA Alert. Higher scores indicate more safety risk. National median is approximately 20–30 for active carriers.

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Carrier Insight

Walter J Powell is a small motor carrier operating in Montana. With 8 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 0.0%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. No crashes have been reported in FMCSA records, which is a positive indicator for shippers and brokers evaluating this carrier.

A Satisfactory rating from the FMCSA indicates that Walter J Powell meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 2 power units and employs 2 drivers. This is a small carrier operation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 804353?

USDOT number 804353 is assigned to Walter J Powell, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Havre, MT.

What is the safety rating of Walter J Powell?

Walter J Powell has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of February 18, 2009.

How many inspections has Walter J Powell had?

Walter J Powell has recorded 8 total inspections with 0 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 0.00%.

Where is Walter J Powell located?

Walter J Powell is headquartered at 4187 Old Post Road, Havre, MT 59501.

What does "Not Rated" mean?

"Not Rated" means the FMCSA has not conducted a formal compliance review for this carrier. It does not indicate a safety problem — many active carriers operate without a formal rating.

Is zero crashes always a good sign?

Generally yes, but context matters. A carrier with zero crashes and very few inspections may simply have limited road exposure. Always review crash data alongside inspection volume and fleet size.

What is a normal OOS rate?

The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is approximately 21%. Driver OOS averages around 5%. Rates significantly above these thresholds may indicate recurring compliance issues.

How often is FMCSA data updated?

FMCSA publishes updated carrier data monthly. This page reflects the most recent available snapshot, updated on the date shown above.

What is the MC number for Walter J Powell?

The MC number for Walter J Powell is MC# 360507. The MC number is issued by the FMCSA and authorizes carriers to operate in interstate commerce.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 804353 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Walter J Powell (DOT# 804353 · MC# 360507) – FMCSA Carrier Profile