D M Bowman Inc

Interstate

(5 reviews) 4.5 out of 5

Williamsport, MD 21795

USDOT: 135530
Docket: MC138438
Website: D M Bowman Inc

Carrier Ratings

Cleanliness: 9.6
Communication: 8.2
Timeliness: 9.6

Positive Flags

On Time Pickup: 3
On Time Delivery: 2
Consistent Tracking: 2
Strong Driver Communication: 1
Easy to Work With: 1
Easy to Onboard: 1
Good Delivery Condition: 1
Knowledgeable: 1

Negative Flags

Intermittent Tracking: 1
Poor Dispatcher Communication: 1
Poor Driver Communication: 1
Unresponsive: 1

Overview

D.M. Bowman, Inc., named as one of the Top 200 Carriers in the nation, operates its dedicated transportation, warehousing and logistics organization from headquarters strategically located at the crossroads of Interstates 70 & 81 in Maryland. Founded in 1959, we are privately held, and take great pride in our motto, “We Carry Through!” From regional van to bulk, flatbed and JIT transportation services to warehousing, inventory management, distribution and value-added services, D. M. Bowman, Inc. is ready and fully committed to be your total transportation and logistics provider.

Fleet Details

Type	Tractors	Trailers	Trucks
Owned	305	2014	0
Leased	0	0	0

Freight

General Freight
Metal: Sheets, Coils, Rolls
Logs, Poles, Beams, Lumber
Building Materials
Machinery, Large Objects
Liquids/Gases
Intermodal Containers
Grain, Feed, Hay
U.S. Mail
Chemicals
Commodities Dry Bulk
Beverages
Paper Products
Farm Supplies
Construction

Truck Types

Container
Dry Van
Flatbed
Tanker

Shipment Types

Less than Truckload
Full Truckload

MCS-150 Mileage: 22,142,556 (2022)
Electronic Tracking: 100% of reviewers say the carrier uses electronic tracking

Lanes

This information was provided by D M Bowman Inc

Compliance

Authorizations

FMCSA authority status: Common Active — 07/12/1982 (41 years, 9 months); Contract Active — 07/16/1986 (37 years, 9 months)
Carrier operation: Interstate; Hazmat
Cargo authorization: Property

Safety Violations

Type	Total	Severe	Out of Service	Measure	Percentile
Vehicle Maintenance	92	25	40	2.34	19.2%
Unsafe Driving	38	11	0	1.08	15.2%
Hours of Service Compliance	20	5	0	0.15	7.9%
Driver Fitness	6	1	5	0.08	9.5%
Controlled Substances	0	0	0	0	0%

Accident Report

Type	Last 6 Months	6-12 Months ago	12-24 Months ago	Total
Fatalities	0	1	0	1
Injuries	0	2	1	3
Tow-away	4	4	8	16
Crash Reports	4	4	8	16

Inspections

Type	Inspections	OOS Inspections	OOS Percentage	National Average
Driver	345	6	1.74%	6.67%
Vehicle	198	38	19.19%	22.26%

Insurance Coverage

Insurance type: Surety Bond
Company name: Protective Insurance Co.
Policy limit: $0
Policy number: B-13249
Effective date: 09/30/2014

Insurance type: BIPD
Company name: Protective Insurance Co.
Policy limit: $0
Policy number: B-11169
Effective date: 10/01/2007
Address: 111 Congressional Boulevard, Carmel, IN, US, 46032
Phone: +1-3176369800x4728

Reviews

Verified Broker from Indiana

June 11, 2023

“Full Truckload from Muncie, IN to Inwood, WV”

Timeliness: 10/10
Cleanliness: 10/10
Communication: 4/10

What went poorly?

Intermittent Tracking
Poor Dispatcher Communication
Poor Driver Communication
Unresponsive

Had major issues with tracking and getting driver to allow tracking after accepting the link. Worked with dispatcher Tonya and driver Rebecca

Lanes: Muncie, IN to Inwood, WV
Freight Details: General Freight
Tracking: Offers electronic tracking; Tracking not functional

Verified Broker from Indiana

May 12, 2023

“Full Truckload from Windsor Locks, CT to Inwood, WV”

Timeliness: 10/10
Cleanliness: 9/10
Communication: 8/10

What went well?

On Time Pickup
On Time Delivery
Consistent Tracking

Driver tracked the entire time dispatch very communicative, will continue to use this carrier due to great service

Lanes: Windsor Locks, CT to Inwood, WV
Freight Details: General Freight
Tracking: Offers electronic tracking; Tracking functional

Verified Broker from Ohio

April 21, 2023

“Full Truckload from Windsor Locks, CT to Inwood, WV”

Timeliness: 10/10
Cleanliness: 10/10
Communication: 10/10

What went well?

On Time Pickup
On Time Delivery
Consistent Tracking

Carrier was great at the beginning nevertheless service was decreasing the effectiveness. Last time we used it was back in august

Lanes: Windsor Locks, CT to Inwood, WV
Freight Details: General Freight
Tracking: Offers electronic tracking; Tracking functional

Verified Broker from Indiana

September 29, 2022

“Full Truckload from Windsor Locks, CT to Inwood, WV”

Timeliness: 9/10
Cleanliness: 9/10
Communication: 9/10

What went well?

On Time Pickup
Strong Driver Communication
Easy to Work With
Easy to Onboard
Good Delivery Condition
Knowledgeable

Very knowledgeable - easy to track - drivers are friendly - communication was good as well

Lanes: Windsor Locks, CT to Inwood, WV
Freight Details: General Freight
Tracking: Offers electronic tracking; Tracking functional

Luke P

September 12, 2022

“Full Truckload from Windsor Locks, CT to Inwood, WV”

Timeliness: 9/10
Cleanliness: 10/10
Communication: 10/10

Likes: This carrier has ran over 100 loads with us and done absolutely wonderful work notifying us ahead of time if they will have to bounce a load or if they will not make it on time.
Dislikes: The only thing this carrier could improve is their on time average which is still wonderful at 95%.

Lanes: Windsor Locks, CT to Inwood, WV; Chicago, IL to Hagerstown, MD; Muncie, IN to Inwood, WV
Freight Details: General Freight; Household Goods; Paper Products
Tracking: Offers electronic tracking; Tracking functional