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Asset-based
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Carrier profile · USDOT 492947 · MC-255930 ·
Dakota Carriers Inc
85 power unitsavg 3.5 yrNational · 38 statesSIOUX FALLS, SD88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-255930 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORYHAZMAT
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
85Power units
90 observed · MCS-150
125Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
3.5Avg age (yr)
2002–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision ·
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 34 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1992.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 382 inspections.
Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersNewer
3.5 yr
Model years 2002–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
34 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1992 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
68 other inspections in border states, with no named crossing match.
A named inspection location does not confirm a border transit or operating authority. Counts cover retained inspection records.
Safety and violations
Violation data is not available for this carrier right now.
Verification summary
DAKOTA CARRIERS INC (USDOT 492947) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record. FMCSA profile data as of Aug 16, 2026.
The carrier holds active contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I. FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY effective Jan 1, 2026 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Aug 16, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 8.1% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier received 222 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 87 vehicle-level and 222 driver-level — across 38 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier has 9 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 2 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
It reports 85 power units and 85 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Jun 12, 2026. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Feb 6, 2001 in the federal record. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is DAKOTA CARRIERS INC's USDOT number?
DAKOTA CARRIERS INC's USDOT number is 492947, and its motor carrier number is MC-255930.
Is DAKOTA CARRIERS INC authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026. DAKOTA CARRIERS INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is DAKOTA CARRIERS INC's safety record?
DAKOTA CARRIERS INC has a 8.1% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 382 roadside inspections, with 9 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 DAKOTA CARRIERS INC's fleet?
DAKOTA CARRIERS INC operates 85 power units and 85 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is DAKOTA CARRIERS INC based?
DAKOTA CARRIERS INC is based in SIOUX FALLS, SD, with roadside inspections recorded across 38 states.
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