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Carrier profile · USDOT 2259042 · MC-1579407 · Updated Aug 20, 2026
Lakes Logistics Inc
63 power unitsavg 8.9 yrRegional · 3 statesSPIRIT LAKE, IA94/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-1579407 ACTIVE
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
63Power units
15 observed · MCS-150
4Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
8.9Avg age (yr)
2001–2023 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Aug 20, 2026
Clear to load
Active authority and a clean federal record. No blocking issues found.
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 15 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 2011.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 45 inspections.
USDOT registration1414 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$750K in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo16.7%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal00
5 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
8.9 yr
Model years 2001–2023 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
14 yr unchanged
Same registration since 2011 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
LAKES LOGISTICS INC (USDOT 2259042) has a Vektor safety score of 94/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Aug 20, 2026.
The carrier holds active contract 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 MIDWEST FAMILY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY effective Jul 31, 2025 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 21 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 6 vehicle-level and 21 driver-level — across 3 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Aug 20, 2026.
The carrier has 5 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 0 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Aug 20, 2026.
It reports 63 power units and 63 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Dec 16, 2025.
It has no FMCSA-assigned safety rating in the federal record refreshed Aug 20, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is LAKES LOGISTICS INC's USDOT number?
LAKES LOGISTICS INC's USDOT number is 2259042, and its motor carrier number is MC-1579407.
Is LAKES LOGISTICS INC authorized to operate?
As of Aug 20, 2026, LAKES LOGISTICS INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is LAKES LOGISTICS INC's safety record?
LAKES LOGISTICS INC has a 16.7% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 45 roadside inspections, with 5 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and is not currently rated by FMCSA. Vektor's computed risk score is 94/100 (tier: clear).
How big is LAKES LOGISTICS INC's fleet?
LAKES LOGISTICS INC operates 63 power units and 63 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is LAKES LOGISTICS INC based?
LAKES LOGISTICS INC is based in SPIRIT LAKE, IA, with roadside inspections recorded across 3 states.
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