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Asset-based
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Carrier profile · USDOT 271939 · MC-193621 · Updated Jun 13, 2026
Knife River Corporation-northwest
DBA KNIFE RIVER
414 power unitsavg 10.2 yrLocal · 2 statesTANGENT, OR88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-193621 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORYHAZMAT
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
414Power units
34 observed · MCS-150
9Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
10.2Avg age (yr)
1998–2025 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Jun 13, 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 40 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1986.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 51 inspections.
USDOT registration4040 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$750K in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo18.8%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal44
6 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
10.2 yr
Model years 1998–2025 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
40 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1986 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST (USDOT 271939) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
The carrier holds active common for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Jun 13, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $750,000 limit in force from STARR INDEMNITY & LIABILITY INSURANCE COMPANY effective Jan 1, 2026 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Jun 13, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 18.8% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
The carrier received 39 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 32 vehicle-level and 39 driver-level — across 2 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
The carrier has 6 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 4 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Jun 13, 2026.
It reports 414 power units and 433 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Sep 19, 2025.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Aug 18, 2025 in the federal record refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST's USDOT number?
KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST's USDOT number is 271939, and its motor carrier number is MC-193621.
Is KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST authorized to operate?
As of Jun 13, 2026, KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST's safety record?
KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST has a 18.8% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 51 roadside inspections, with 6 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 KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST's fleet?
KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST operates 414 power units and 433 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST based?
KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST is based in TANGENT, OR, with roadside inspections recorded across 2 states.
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