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Asset-based
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Carrier profile · USDOT 198034 · MC-162830 · Updated Aug 20, 2026
Pete Lien & Sons Inc
DBA DAKOTA STEEL & SUPPLY
192 power unitsavg 8.5 yrRegional · 3 statesRAPID CITY, SD88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-162830 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORY
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
192Power units
19 observed · MCS-150
3Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
8.5Avg age (yr)
2006–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Aug 20, 2026
Clear to load
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In good standing · 4
Active operating authorityActive for-hire authority is on file with FMCSA.Insurance on fileBIPD (liability) insurance is on file with FMCSA.Established 52 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1974.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 39 inspections.
USDOT registration5252 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$750K in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo16.7%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal22
3 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
8.5 yr
Model years 2006–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
52 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1974 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
PETE LIEN & SONS INC (USDOT 198034) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Aug 20, 2026.
The carrier holds active common for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Aug 20, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $750,000 limit in force from TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA effective Jan 1, 2016 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Aug 20, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 16.7% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Aug 20, 2026.
The carrier received 25 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 12 vehicle-level and 25 driver-level — across 3 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Aug 20, 2026.
The carrier has 3 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 2 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Aug 20, 2026.
It reports 192 power units and 134 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Oct 9, 2025.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Jan 22, 2008 in the federal record refreshed Aug 20, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is PETE LIEN & SONS INC's USDOT number?
PETE LIEN & SONS INC's USDOT number is 198034, and its motor carrier number is MC-162830.
Is PETE LIEN & SONS INC authorized to operate?
As of Aug 20, 2026, PETE LIEN & SONS INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is PETE LIEN & SONS INC's safety record?
PETE LIEN & SONS INC has a 16.7% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 39 roadside inspections, with 3 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 88/100 (tier: clear).
How big is PETE LIEN & SONS INC's fleet?
PETE LIEN & SONS INC operates 192 power units and 134 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is PETE LIEN & SONS INC based?
PETE LIEN & SONS INC is based in RAPID CITY, SD, with roadside inspections recorded across 3 states.
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