Melvin Christian Hess Jr
Melvin Christian Hess Jr (USDOT 310657) holds active operating authority as a motor carrier of property under MC-194159 based in Floyds Knobs, IN. The earliest grant on file is from October 1986, 40 years ago. $750,000 of liability coverage is on file with Northland Insurance Company. It reported 1 power unit and 1 driver on its last MCS-150 update (August 2025).
Operating authority
| Docket | Authority | Status | Insurance required | On file |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC-194159 | Motor carrier of property | Active | $750,000 liability, bond | $750,000 liability |
Earliest grant on file: Oct 24, 1986 (40 years ago).
Insurance and bonds on file
| Type | Insurer | Coverage | Effective | Cancellation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liability (BIPD) · form 91X | Northland Insurance Company | $750,000 | Jan 28, 2023 | — |
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Authority history
| Date | Docket | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 4, 2020 | MC-194159 | Discontinued revocation · contract carrier |
| Jul 13, 2020 | MC-194159 | Involuntary revocation · contract carrier |
| Aug 11, 2016 | MC-194159 | Discontinued revocation · contract carrier |
| Jul 13, 2016 | MC-194159 | Involuntary revocation · contract carrier |
| Aug 6, 2015 | MC-194159 | Discontinued revocation · contract carrier |
| Jul 13, 2015 | MC-194159 | Involuntary revocation · contract carrier |
| Aug 11, 2014 | MC-194159 | Discontinued revocation · contract carrier |
| Jul 14, 2014 | MC-194159 | Involuntary revocation · contract carrier |
| Aug 8, 2013 | MC-194159 | Discontinued revocation · contract carrier |
| Jul 15, 2013 | MC-194159 | Involuntary revocation · contract carrier |
| Aug 17, 2011 | MC-194159 | Reinstated · motor carrier of property |
| Feb 6, 2006 | MC-194159 | Revoked · motor carrier of property |
| Dec 21, 2005 | MC-194159 | Discontinued revocation · contract carrier |
| Dec 8, 2005 | MC-194159 | Involuntary revocation · contract carrier |
| Jul 19, 2005 | MC-194159 | Reinstated · motor carrier of property |
| Oct 23, 1989 | MC-194159 | Revoked · motor carrier of property |
| Aug 27, 1987 | MC-194159 | Discontinued revocation · contract carrier |
| Aug 11, 1987 | MC-194159 | Involuntary revocation · contract carrier |
| Oct 24, 1986 | MC-194159 | Granted · motor carrier of property |
Revocations
| Docket | Authority | Order served | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|
| MC-194159 | Contract | Jan 4, 2006 | Feb 6, 2006 · involuntary revocation |
| MC-194159 | Contract | Aug 21, 1989 | involuntary revocation |
Registration
| USDOT number | 310657 |
|---|---|
| USDOT status | Active |
| MC number | MC-194159 |
| Legal name | Melvin Christian Hess Jr |
| DBA name | Hess Trucking |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Classification | Authorized for hire |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Location | Floyds Knobs, Indiana 47119 |
| USDOT added | Mar 9, 1988 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Aug 8, 2025 |
| Safety rating | Not rated |
Fleet
| Power units | 1 |
|---|---|
| Trucks | 1 |
| Drivers | 1 · 1 with a CDL |
| Annual miles | 102,000 · 2024 |
Cargo carried
General freight, Metal: sheets, coils, rolls, Motor vehicles, Drive/tow away, Logs, poles, beams, lumber, Building materials, Machinery, large objects, Fresh produce, Oilfield equipment, Grain, feed, hay, Meat, U.S. mail, Commodities dry bulk, Refrigerated food, Beverages, Paper products, Utilities, Agricultural/farm supplies, Construction
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