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BORDER STATES

2400 38TH STREET S · Fargo, ND 58104

Authorized: Property
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  • MC #417884
  • USDOT #159739 USDOT Active
  • 589
    Power Units
  • 577
    Drivers
  • Carrier
    Entity Type

About this carrier

BORDER STATES is a Fargo, ND freight carrier that is authorized for property in the state of North Dakota. This company has 589 truck(s) in their fleet and 577 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-417884 and their USDOT number is 159739.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 02/24/2026 · last updated May 16, 2026.

Carrier Details

  • Legal Name BORDER STATE INDUSTRIES INC
  • Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR Property
  • MCS-150 Filed 02/24/2026
  • MCS-150 Mileage 13,200,000 (2024)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification
  • Authorized for Hire
  • Private (Property)
Carrier Operation
  • Interstate

Cargo Authorized

  • Logs, Poles, Beams, Lumber
  • Utilities
  • Construction

Operating Territory

Map of states where this carrier has roadside inspections Minnesota — 31 inspections (past 24 months) Colorado — 29 inspections (past 24 months) Maryland — 27 inspections (past 24 months) Maryland — 27 inspections (past 24 months) Kansas — 19 inspections (past 24 months) Florida — 19 inspections (past 24 months) Florida — 19 inspections (past 24 months) Florida — 19 inspections (past 24 months) Montana — 19 inspections (past 24 months) New Mexico — 16 inspections (past 24 months) South Dakota — 15 inspections (past 24 months) Texas — 11 inspections (past 24 months) Texas — 11 inspections (past 24 months) Wisconsin — 10 inspections (past 24 months) Washington — 10 inspections (past 24 months) Washington — 10 inspections (past 24 months) North Dakota — 9 inspections (past 24 months) Wyoming — 9 inspections (past 24 months) Nebraska — 8 inspections (past 24 months) Oregon — 7 inspections (past 24 months) Oregon — 7 inspections (past 24 months) Iowa — 6 inspections (past 24 months) Tennessee — 5 inspections (past 24 months) Missouri — 3 inspections (past 24 months) Illinois — 3 inspections (past 24 months) Georgia — 3 inspections (past 24 months) Alabama — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Michigan — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Michigan — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Michigan — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Michigan — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Utah — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Mississippi — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Arkansas — 2 inspections (past 24 months) South Carolina — 1 inspection (past 24 months) Arizona — 1 inspection (past 24 months) Indiana — 1 inspection (past 24 months) Virginia — 1 inspection (past 24 months) North Carolina — 1 inspection (past 24 months) North Carolina — 1 inspection (past 24 months) Oklahoma — 1 inspection (past 24 months)

Inspection activity   Inspected in 33 states over the past 24 months: MN (31), CO (29), MD (27), KS (19), FL (19), MT (19), NM (16), SD (15), TX (11), WI (10), WA (10), ND (9), +21 more. Home base: Fargo, North Dakota.

Safety Record

13 Severe Violations Updated 2 days ago

Crashes (24 mo)

  • 1
    Fatal
  • 0
    Injury
  • 3
    Tow
  • 4
    Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 0.3 17 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 0.14 11 Vehicle Maintenance 1.03 41 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0 2

Inspection Summary

  • 279
    Total
  • 216
    Clean
  • 63
    With violations

24-month window ending May 15, 2026

Violations Cited 59 unique codes

Critical 18

  • 392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit2× SW 10
  • 392.2-SLLSWZState/Local Laws - Speeding work/construction zone1× SW 10
  • 393.75A3-TAOLTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS2× OOS×2 SW 8
  • 393.75(a)Flat tire or fabric exposed1× OOS×1 SW 8
  • 393.100B-CCargo - Cargo not secured to prevent leaking/spilling/blowing/falling from CMV1× OOS×1 SW 7
  • 393.120E-CDLMetal Coils - Improper securement of coils in a sided vehicle without anchor points1× OOS×1 SW 7
  • 395.8A1-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed1× OOS×1 SW 5
  • 395.8A-NON-ELDNo record of duty status when one is required (ELD Not Required)1× OOS×1 SW 5
  • 393.48(a)Inoperative/defective brakes1× OOS×1 SW 4
  • 393.43D-BBrake - Missing or inoperable breakaway braking system on a trailer(s) or converter dolly1× OOS×1 SW 4
  • 393.110(b)Insufficient tiedowns to prevent forward movement for load not blocked by headerboard, bulkhead, or other cargo2× OOS×2 SW 3
  • 393.110B2I-CCargo - Insufficient tiedowns (w/o headerboard/blocking) for article(s) of cargo 5 feet or less and more than 1,100 lbs2× OOS×2 SW 3
  • 392.9(a)Failing to secure load1× OOS×1 SW 1
  • 393.83(a)Exhaust System - Location of Exhaust - Exhaust system of any commercial motor vehicle located as to allow burning, charring, or damaging the electrical wiring, the fuel supply, or any combustible part of the commercial motor vehicle1× OOS×1 SW 1
  • 393.87A-FPLRFlag - Required rear flag - no flag on the rear of a projecting load - when load is longer than 4 feet.1× OOS×1 SW 1
  • 393.110Failing to meet minimum tiedown requirements1× OOS×1 SW 1
  • 393.100(c)Failure to prevent cargo shifting1× OOS×1 SW 1
  • 396.3(a)1BOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination2× OOS×2 SW 0

Unsafe Driving 5

  • 392.16-DDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV2× SW 7
  • 392.2-SLLTCDState/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other7× SW 5
  • 392.2CFailure to obey traffic control device2× SW 5
  • 392.2-INATDriver- Inattentive or Distracted Driving1× SW 5
  • 392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit3× SW 4

Hours of Service 8

  • 395.8E-HOSPDHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain2× SW 7
  • 395.8(e)False report of drivers record of duty status1× SW 7
  • 395.34A1Failing to note malfunction that requires use of paper log1× SW 5
  • 395.24D-ELDPTHOS (ELD) - On request by an authorized safety official, a driver must produce and transfer from an ELD the driver's hours of service records in accordance with the instruction sheet provided by the motor carrier1× SW 3
  • 395.24HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner2× SW 1
  • 395.8(a)HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner1× SW 1
  • 395.30B1-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information.1× SW 1
  • 395.24C2IIIDriver failed to manually add shipping document number1× SW 1

Vehicle Maintenance 26

  • 393.9A-LFTSILighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative1× SW 6
  • 393.9A-LSLILighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative.1× SW 6
  • 393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt3× SW 4
  • 393.45D-BAir Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection3× SW 4
  • 396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection2× SW 4
  • 393.45B2-B-AIRAir Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured2× SW 4
  • 393.53B-BAir Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear2× SW 4
  • 393.48A-BIHEHydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle.1× SW 4
  • 393.104F3-CCargo - Loose or unfastened tiedown1× SW 3
  • 393.81-HHorn - Inoperative or defective1× SW 3
  • 393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured4× SW 2
  • 393.9A-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative4× SW 2
  • 393.9Inoperable Required Lamp3× SW 2
  • 393.201B-FRFrame - Cab or body mounts loose/broken/missing2× SW 2
  • 393.9A-LCLLighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative2× SW 2
  • 393.9A-LLPLLighting - License plate lamp inoperative2× SW 2
  • 393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated.1× SW 2
  • 393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper1× SW 2
  • 393.201A-FRCLSFrame - Cracked/loose/sagging/broken frame or chassis1× SW 2
  • 396.3(a)(1)Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories1× SW 2
  • 393.205C-WRAWFLMIBWheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken.1× SW 2
  • 393.11A1-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) missing1× SW 2
  • 393.60(c)Windshield - Damaged or Discolored2× SW 1
  • 393.100C-CCargo - Cargo not secured against shifting1× SW 1
  • 393.78A-WSWashers - Inoperative washing system.1× SW 1
  • 393.67C7V-FFuel - Missing/improper filler cap1× SW 1

Driver Fitness 2

  • 391.41A-MCPCMedical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial motor vehicle without showing proof of a valid medical certification upon request when medical certification is required.1× SW 1
  • 391.41(a)Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency. History of either failing to produce a medical certificate or having an expired medical certificate.1× SW 1

Locations

Physical Address
BORDER STATES
2400 38TH STREET S
FARGO, ND 58104
Mailing Address
BORDER STATE INDUSTRIES INC
PO BOX 2767
FARGO, ND 58108

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