MIES & SONS TRUCKING LLC
139-unit refrigerated (reefer) carrier based in Colwich, KS. Current peer-cohort grade: A (strong).
- USDOT
- 618032
- MC
- MC382079
- Based
- Colwich, KS
- Contact
- 3167960186 · cmies@miestrucking.com
What this carrier is
MIES & SONS TRUCKING LLC is a large-fleet refrigerated (reefer) carrier based in Colwich, KS. Operating footprint: 139 power units, 133 drivers. The carrier runs over-the-road lanes and holds active MC382079 authority. Listed cargo classifications include general freight, fresh produce, grain, feed, hay, meat, refrigerated food, beverages, paper products, farm supplies, and other: milk - dairy. FMCSA safety rating on file: Satisfactory (Apr 27, 2023).
Fleet composition on file: 139 term-leased tractors, 81 term-leased trailers.
For shippers and brokers: this carrier reads as low-risk on peer-cohort measures with no acute or critical flags in the current window.
At a glance
Safety record
Grade shown here is ProHRHQ analysis based on public FMCSA data. It is not an official FMCSA safety rating. The authoritative federal record is on FMCSA SAFER/SMS.
Current peer-cohort snapshot based on public FMCSA BASIC measures. Peer cohort: 63 motor carriers operating 139 power units.
No acute or critical violation flags in the current review window.
The strongest signal is Driver Fitness at 0.0% of peer cohort average — well under norm. Combined with a clean acute-flag picture, that supports the A grade. Main caution: nothing stands out as disqualifying on this record.
| BASIC | Carrier (3yr, weighted) | Cohort avg | vs. cohort | Acute |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | 35 | 42.97 | 81.4% | No |
| Hours-of-Service | 5 | 18.11 | 27.6% | No |
| Driver Fitness | 0 | 1.80 | 0.0% | No |
| Controlled Substances/Alcohol | 0 | 0.00 | — | No |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 63 | 70.11 | 89.9% | No |
| Hazmat | 0 | 0.91 | 0.0% | n/a |
Against similarly sized 139-power-unit peers, this carrier is below cohort average in Unsafe Driving, Hours-of-Service, Driver Fitness, and Vehicle Maintenance.
Inspection and violation record
Last 3 years of public roadside history for USDOT 618032: 174 inspections across 14 states. Most recent inspection: Apr 12, 2026 in KS.
| BASIC | Violations (3 yr) |
|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | 42 |
| Hours-of-Service | 6 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 49 |
| Total violations | 100 (20 out-of-service) |
Crash record (3 yr): 5 reportable crashes , 3 with reported injuries . Most recent: Feb 20, 2026.
What this carrier likely fits
This is a refrigerated (reefer) carrier that runs over-the-road lanes, primarily interstate over 100 miles, at a large fleet scale, with general freight, fresh produce, grain, feed, hay, and other listed classes on the FMCSA cargo classification list.
Drawn from FMCSA-reported cargo classifications, route profile, and fleet composition. Not a substitute for direct confirmation of equipment and lane capability with the carrier.
Key takeaways
- Grade A (strong) against 63 peer carriers operating 139 power units.
- No acute or critical violation flags in the current review window.
- 117 inspections in the 24-month SMS window (1 driver OOS, 1 vehicle OOS).
- Three-year public record: 100 violations, 5 reportable crashes.
- Driver Fitness is the strongest area — 0.0% of peer cohort average (well under norm).
- Operates as a large-fleet refrigerated (reefer) carrier running over-the-road lanes with 139 power units on file.
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