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Carrier profile · USDOT 244124 · MC-271768 · Updated Aug 20, 2026
Golden Plains Trucking Inc
25 power unitsavg 6.3 yrRegional · 4 statesHAYS, KS88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-271768 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORY
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
25Power units
14 observed · MCS-150
11Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
6.3Avg age (yr)
2007–2025 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Aug 20, 2026
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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 42 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1984.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 38 inspections.
USDOT registration4242 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$750K in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo11.1%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal33
2 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
6.3 yr
Model years 2007–2025 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
42 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1984 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
GOLDEN PLAINS TRUCKING INC (USDOT 244124) 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 and 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 SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY effective Jul 1, 2024 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Aug 20, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 11.1% 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 — 9 vehicle-level and 21 driver-level — across 4 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Aug 20, 2026.
The carrier has 2 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 3 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Aug 20, 2026.
It reports 25 power units and 26 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Feb 18, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Nov 10, 2009 in the federal record refreshed Aug 20, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is GOLDEN PLAINS TRUCKING INC's USDOT number?
GOLDEN PLAINS TRUCKING INC's USDOT number is 244124, and its motor carrier number is MC-271768.
Is GOLDEN PLAINS TRUCKING INC authorized to operate?
As of Aug 20, 2026, GOLDEN PLAINS TRUCKING INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is GOLDEN PLAINS TRUCKING INC's safety record?
GOLDEN PLAINS TRUCKING INC has a 11.1% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 38 roadside inspections, with 2 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 GOLDEN PLAINS TRUCKING INC's fleet?
GOLDEN PLAINS TRUCKING INC operates 25 power units and 26 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is GOLDEN PLAINS TRUCKING INC based?
GOLDEN PLAINS TRUCKING INC is based in HAYS, KS, with roadside inspections recorded across 4 states.
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