Big River Construction INC
Astoria, OR
DBA: BIG RIVER EXCAVATING AND BIG RIVER ROCK
Profile data updated May 6, 2025 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Healthy
FMCSA data ↓
27
Power Units
32
Drivers
FMCSA since 2002 (23 yrs)
Authority Age
S
Safety Rating
Company Overview
BIG RIVER CONSTRUCTION INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since September 2002. Based in Astoria, OR, they operate a fleet of 27 power units with 28 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (within 100 miles) and intrastate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Step Deck / RGN and Dump Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Big River Construction INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 24 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Tractors | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Trailers | 28 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
Fleet Size Classification: 1,001-5,000 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Big River Construction INC is authorized to transport the following 3 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 28
MCS-150 Mileage: 306,908 miles (2024)
Driver Information
32
Total Drivers
28
CDL Drivers
1
Interstate Drivers
31
Intrastate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by BIG RIVER CONSTRUCTION INC
1 truck and 2 trailers identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Jun 11, 2025.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Kenworth, Smithco, Wabash. Equipment breakdown: 2 SEMI-TRAILER, 1 TRUCK TRACTOR. Zero out-of-service results in the inspection window. Either a small inspection sample or genuinely clean equipment and driver compliance. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (2 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | 67% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | 33% |
Trailers (2 on record)
Trailers recorded pulling under this carrier's DOT number in FMCSA roadside inspections. Individual trailer plates and VINs are listed in the plate and vehicle sections above.
| Semi-trailer | 2 |
| Smithco | 1 |
| Wabash | 1 |
Vehicle makes (3 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth | 1 | 33% |
| Smithco | 1 | 33% |
| Wabash | 1 | 33% |
License plates on file (3 shown)
Recent active vehicles (3 shown)
Fleet data is aggregated from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling window). Vehicles inspected under this carrier's DOT number are listed. A VIN can appear under multiple carriers over its lifetime if leased, sold, or operated by different fleets at different times. Recall status is VIN-specific — use the NHTSA recall lookup linked on each vehicle above to see whether a given VIN has open (unremedied) recalls, or verify with the OEM dealer.
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Safety Performance
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
3
Inspections
24 months
10
Violations
Total found
0
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.5%)
✓ Better than national average (-21.7%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/08/2026 | WA | Walk-Around | 3 | ✓ |
| 06/11/2025 | WA | Walk-Around | 6 | ✓ |
| 11/14/2024 | WA | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$750,000
MIDDLESEX INSURANCE CO.
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | MIDDLESEX INSURANCE CO. | 91X | A0152389001 | $750,000 | 05/01/2021 |
View Insurance History (8 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BITCO GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | CAP 3 590 852 | 07/10/2013 | 11/15/2013 | CANCEL | |
| AMERICAN FIRE AND CASUALTY COMPANY | BAS 59872665 | 07/17/2019 | 09/01/2019 | TERM/CANCL | |
| NATIONWIDE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMP | ACP BA 7504572863 | 07/19/2010 | 08/24/2011 | CANCEL | |
| WEST AMERICAN INSURANCE CO. | BAW (06) 53369823 | 07/01/2005 | 07/19/2010 | TERM/REPL | |
| AMERICAN FIRE AND CASUALTY COMPANY | BAS 59872665 | 07/17/2019 | 07/17/2019 | TERM/REPL | |
| BITCO GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | CAP 3670892 | 08/02/2018 | 07/10/2019 | CANCEL | |
| OHIO SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BAS 59872665 | 07/17/2019 | 05/01/2021 | TERM/REPL | |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | C334598 | 02/22/2006 | 04/12/2006 | CANCEL |
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Crash History
3
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
3
Tow-Aways
3 FMCSA-recordable
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2024 | OR | SEASIDE, OR | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 12/10/2024 | OR | SEASIDE, OR | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 11/22/2024 | OR | ASTORIA, OR | 0 | 0 | Yes |
Crash data from FMCSA. Does not include driver information per federal privacy requirements. View full crash report on FMCSA →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does BIG RIVER CONSTRUCTION INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, BIG RIVER CONSTRUCTION INC is inferred to operate: Step Deck / RGN and Dump Truck.
Is BIG RIVER CONSTRUCTION INC's authority currently active?
BIG RIVER CONSTRUCTION INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has BIG RIVER CONSTRUCTION INC been in business?
BIG RIVER CONSTRUCTION INC has been registered with the FMCSA since September 2002, making their authority approximately 23 years, 9 months old.
Where is BIG RIVER CONSTRUCTION INC located?
BIG RIVER CONSTRUCTION INC is physically located at 35064 HWY 101 BUSINESS, ASTORIA, OR 97103.
Roadside Inspection History 3 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
BIG RIVER CONSTRUCTION INC has been inspected 3 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in WA. None of these inspections resulted in an out-of-service order, which is well above average. The most frequently cited violation is 396.17C-PI — 2 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-08 | WA | Level 2 · Walk-around | 3 | — |
| 2025-06-11 | WA | Level 2 · Walk-around | 6 | — |
| 2024-11-14 | WA | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 9 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
Roadside Violation Profile
Across FMCSA roadside inspections (rolling 24 months), BIG RIVER CONSTRUCTION INC was cited for 5 violations.
| BASIC category | Violations | Out-of-service |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 5 | 0 |
Source: FMCSA roadside-inspection violation records (rolling 24-month summary). Counts reflect citations across all inspections under this carrier's DOT number; see Inspection History for individual inspection events. Violation severity and CSA percentile scores are shown in the Safety & Compliance section.
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Other USDOT Registrations Sharing Officer Names (4)
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