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DOT 2409583Last checked 18h ago
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Vetting1 failed12 passedUnsafe driving violation
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Recordable crash on file
Elevated vehicle out-of-service rate
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DOT 2409583MC829159Hartley, IA

Backroads Express LLC

For-Hire ContractInterstateHartley, IA 51346

Backroads Express LLC has operated for 13 yr with a fleet of 8 power units and 8 drivers under Contract authority. The company has recorded 6 roadside inspections in its operating history.

Identity
Legal nameBackroads Express LLC
DBA
DOT #2409583
MC #MC829159
CityHartley
StateIowa
ZIP51346
Authority age13 yr
StatusActive
Common authorityNot authorized
Contract authority✓ Active
Broker authorityNot authorized
OperationInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
MCS-150 filed03/11/2026
Company officerWyatt Glime
FMCSA SAFER →FMCSA Safety Scores (SMS) →
Fleet
8
Power units
Drivers
8
Total
Inspections
6
On record
Crashes
2
On record
OOS Rate
16.7%
↓ Below 22.26% avg
Authority Age
13 yr
Since 2013

Source: FMCSA compliance records, Truck Graph analysis. View methodology

Business Connections
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Associated entities2 connections
✓ No revoked links
Shared phoneActive
Shared officerActive

Location

3565 120TH AVE, Hartley, IA, 51346

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Inspection history

6 inspections on record · 5 most recent shown · OOS rate: 16.7%

Out-of-service rates
Driver OOS (this carrier)
16.7%
National average
22.3%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
9/25/2024IALevel III00Pass
7/22/2024WILevel III00Pass
7/19/2024MNLevel III00Pass
6/16/2025IALevel III00Pass
3/11/2025OHLevel III00Pass

Source: FMCSA inspection records. View methodology

Violation categories (24 months)
Hours of Service
6 (100%)·1v
Unsafe Driving
6 (100%)·3v
Driver Fitness
6 (100%)
Controlled Substances
6 (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
1 (17%)·1v

Crash history

2 crashes on record · Showing last 3

Fatalities: 0Injuries: 0Tow-aways: 2
DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
IA00Y
IA00Y

Source: FMCSA crash records. View methodology

Insurance status

Current insurance filing on record with FMCSA.

Status
✓ Active
Insurer
AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage Type
91X
Coverage Amount
$750,000
Effective Date
6/19/2018

Source: FMCSA insurance filings. View methodology

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Authority timeline

Key events in this carrier's operating authority history.

Authority GrantedMay 2013
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently asked

Backroads Express LLC

Answers from verified compliance records.

Is Backroads Express LLC authorized to operate?

Yes. Backroads Express LLC holds Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is Backroads Express LLC's safety record?

Backroads Express LLC has 6 roadside inspections on record. Crash history shows 2 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Backroads Express LLC operate?

Backroads Express LLC operates 8 power units with approximately 8 drivers.

Is Backroads Express LLC insured?

Backroads Express LLC has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Backroads Express LLC had any risk indicators?

No risk indicators have been detected for Backroads Express LLC as of the most recent data sync.

What is the DOT number for Backroads Express LLC?

Backroads Express LLC's DOT number is 2409583 and MC number is MC829159. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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