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DOT 3755476MC1334846Jefferson, SD

John Ness

DBA: Ness Express

For-Hire CommonInterstateJefferson, SD 57038

John Ness has operated for 4 yr 7 mo with a fleet of 2 power units and 1 drivers under Common authority. The company has recorded 6 roadside inspections in its operating history.

Identity
Legal nameJohn Ness
DBANess Express
DOT #3755476
MC #MC1334846
CityJefferson
StateSouth Dakota
ZIP57038
Authority age4 yr 7 mo
StatusActive
Common authority✓ Active
Contract authorityNot authorized
Broker authorityNot authorized
OperationInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
MCS-150 filed02/12/2025
Company officerJohn Ness
FMCSA SAFER →FMCSA Safety Scores (SMS) →
Fleet
2
Power units
Drivers
1
Total
Inspections
6
On record
Crashes
0
None on record
OOS Rate
0.0%
↓ Below 22.26% avg
Authority Age
4 yr 7 mo
Since 2021

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

Business Connections
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Associated entities1 revoked in network
1 revoked in network
ConnectedRevoked

Location

33219 480TH AVE, Jefferson, SD, 57038

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Inspection history

6 inspections on record · 5 most recent shown · OOS rate: 0.0%

Out-of-service rates
Driver OOS (this carrier)
0.0%
National average
22.3%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
4/29/2024IALevel I00Pass
12/27/2024NELevel III00Pass
12/16/2025NELevel III00Pass
5/14/2024INLevel III00Pass
2/13/2025NELevel III00Pass

Source: FMCSA inspection records. View methodology

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

Crash history

0 crashes on record · Showing last 3

No crash records found.

Source: FMCSA crash records. View methodology

Insurance status

Current insurance filing on record with FMCSA.

Status
✓ Active
Insurer
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
Coverage Type
91X
Coverage Amount
$1,000,000
Effective Date
11/12/2025

Source: FMCSA insurance filings. View methodology

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Authority timeline

Key events in this carrier's operating authority history.

Authority GrantedNov 2021
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently asked

John Ness

Answers from verified compliance records.

Is John Ness authorized to operate?

Yes. John Ness holds Common operating authority and is currently active.

What is John Ness's safety record?

John Ness has 6 roadside inspections on record. Crash history shows 0 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does John Ness operate?

John Ness operates 2 power units with approximately 1 drivers.

Is John Ness insured?

John Ness has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has John Ness had any risk indicators?

No risk indicators have been detected for John Ness as of the most recent data sync.

What is the DOT number for John Ness?

John Ness's DOT number is 3755476 and MC number is MC1334846. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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