Franz Construction INC Safety Record
DOT# 244512 · Sidney, MT 59270 · 4064824760
Average safety record — scored 37/100. This carrier's inspection results are typical for the industry.
Last inspected 01/13/2026
Safety Score Breakdown · 37/100 points
Lower scores are better. How is this calculated?
According to FMCSA records, Franz Construction INC (DOT# 244512) in Sidney, Montana has 26 inspections on record with 44 violations and a 42.3% vehicle out-of-service rate. Safety grade: C. Active common authority.
Out-of-Service Rates vs. National Average
An out-of-service (OOS) violation means a vehicle or driver was found unsafe to operate during a roadside inspection and was prohibited from continuing until the issue was corrected.
Violation Categories · 44 total violations
FMCSA groups violations into Behavioral Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs). Each violation found during a roadside inspection is classified into a category that reflects the type of safety risk.
Inspection History · 26 records
FMCSA inspections range from Level 1 (full vehicle and driver examination) to Level 6 (enhanced motorcoach inspection). Level 1 is the most thorough; Levels 2 and 3 are walk-around and driver-only checks.
| Date | State | Veh OOS | Drv OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/13/2026 | MT | 1 | 0 |
| 01/10/2026 | MT | 0 | 0 |
| 10/08/2025 | MT | 1 | 0 |
| 10/07/2025 | ND | 3 | 0 |
| 09/02/2025 | MT | 0 | 0 |
| 08/26/2025 | ND | 3 | 0 |
| 08/04/2025 | MT | 0 | 0 |
| 07/07/2025 | MT | 0 | 0 |
| 06/09/2025 | ND | 0 | 0 |
| 04/30/2025 | MT | 0 | 0 |
Authority & Insurance
FMCSA operating authority permits interstate for-hire transportation. Carriers must maintain minimum insurance coverage levels to keep authority active. BIPD (bodily injury and property damage) insurance is required for all for-hire carriers.
| Type | Insurer | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| BIPD/Primary | Travelers Indemnity Company | $1,000 |
Fleet Profile
Power units include trucks, tractors, and other commercial motor vehicles registered to the carrier. Driver count reflects the total number of drivers reported on the carrier's MCS-150 filing.