Freight Carrier · Sioux Falls, SD

DAKOTA CARRIERS INC

5105 W FOUNDATION CT · Sioux Falls, SD 57107

AUTHORIZED FOR:
  • MC #255930
  • USDOT #492947 USDOT Active
  • 85
    Power Units
  • 85
    Drivers
  • Carrier
    Entity Type

About this carrier

DAKOTA CARRIERS INC is a Sioux Falls, SD freight carrier that is authorized for: in the state of South Dakota. This company has 85 truck(s) in their fleet and 85 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-255930 and their USDOT number is 492947.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 06/12/2026 · last updated Jun 25, 2026.

Carrier Details

  • Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
  • MCS-150 Filed 06/12/2026
  • MCS-150 Mileage 8,350,000 (2025)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification
  • Authorized for Hire
Carrier Operation
  • Interstate

Cargo Authorized

  • General Freight
  • Metal Sheets, Coils, Rolls
  • Motor Vehicles
  • Building Materials
  • Machinery, Large Objects
  • Fresh Produce
  • Commodities Dry Bulk
  • Refrigerated Food
  • Beverages
  • Paper Products
  • Construction

Operating Territory

Map of states where this carrier has roadside inspections South Dakota — 59 inspections (past 24 months) California — 15 inspections (past 24 months) California — 15 inspections (past 24 months) California — 15 inspections (past 24 months) California — 15 inspections (past 24 months) California — 15 inspections (past 24 months) Utah — 14 inspections (past 24 months) Kansas — 13 inspections (past 24 months) New Mexico — 13 inspections (past 24 months) Iowa — 9 inspections (past 24 months) Washington — 9 inspections (past 24 months) Washington — 9 inspections (past 24 months) Arizona — 9 inspections (past 24 months) North Carolina — 8 inspections (past 24 months) North Carolina — 8 inspections (past 24 months) Ohio — 8 inspections (past 24 months) Minnesota — 7 inspections (past 24 months) Kentucky — 7 inspections (past 24 months) Nevada — 6 inspections (past 24 months) Illinois — 6 inspections (past 24 months) Missouri — 6 inspections (past 24 months) Wyoming — 4 inspections (past 24 months) Nebraska — 4 inspections (past 24 months) Alabama — 4 inspections (past 24 months) Montana — 4 inspections (past 24 months) Texas — 4 inspections (past 24 months) Texas — 4 inspections (past 24 months) Colorado — 4 inspections (past 24 months) Maryland — 3 inspections (past 24 months) Maryland — 3 inspections (past 24 months) Pennsylvania — 3 inspections (past 24 months) Maine — 3 inspections (past 24 months) Maine — 3 inspections (past 24 months) Maine — 3 inspections (past 24 months) Oklahoma — 3 inspections (past 24 months) Indiana — 3 inspections (past 24 months) West Virginia — 3 inspections (past 24 months) North Dakota — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Tennessee — 2 inspections (past 24 months) New York — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Georgia — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Oregon — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Oregon — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Mississippi — 1 inspection (past 24 months) Florida — 1 inspection (past 24 months) Florida — 1 inspection (past 24 months) Florida — 1 inspection (past 24 months) Michigan — 1 inspection (past 24 months) Michigan — 1 inspection (past 24 months) Michigan — 1 inspection (past 24 months) Michigan — 1 inspection (past 24 months) South Carolina — 1 inspection (past 24 months)

Inspection activity   Inspected in 36 states over the past 24 months: SD (59), CA (15), UT (14), KS (13), NM (13), IA (9), WA (9), AZ (9), NC (8), OH (8), MN (7), KY (7), +24 more. Home base: Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Safety Record

28 Severe Violations Updated 3 days ago

Crashes (24 mo)

  • 0
    Fatal
  • 4
    Injury
  • 5
    Tow
  • 9
    Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 2.69 28 Crash Indicator Not Public Hours of Service 0.34 15 Vehicle Maintenance 1.24 20 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public Driver Fitness 0.09 4

Inspection Summary

  • 245
    Total
  • 186
    Clean
  • 59
    With violations

24-month window ending Jun 26, 2026

Violations Cited 47 unique codes

Critical 11

  • 392.2-SLLSWZState/Local Laws - Speeding work/construction zone SW 10
  • 392.2-SLLCPState/Local Laws - Operate a CMV while using a cellular phone SW 10
  • 392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit SW 10
  • 393.75A3-TAOLTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS OOS×5 SW 8
  • 383.23A2-LCDLNLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL OOS×2 SW 8
  • 393.75A3-TAOLTISTires - All others, leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS OOS×1 SW 8
  • 393.75(a)Flat tire or fabric exposed OOS×1 SW 8
  • 391.11(b)(4)Driver operating a CMV without proper endorsements or in violation of restrictions OOS×1 SW 8
  • 383.23(a)(2)Operating a CMV without a CDL OOS×1 SW 8
  • 395.8E1PC-OOSHOS - False record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Driver improperly used Personal Conveyance OOS×1 SW 7
  • 393.45B2-B-AIRAir Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured OOS×1 SW 4

Unsafe Driving 11

  • 392.2-SLLS3State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit SW 7
  • 392.16B-DPASSDriver - Failed to require passenger(s) (not a co-driver) to use seat belt while operating a property-carrying CMV. SW 7
  • 392.16-DDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV SW 7
  • 392.2LCImproper lane change SW 5
  • 392.2-SLLFCState/Local Laws - Following too closely SW 5
  • 392.2-DMOVEDriver - Move over/slow law - Failure to yield right of way to authorized emergency vehicles SW 5
  • 392.2-INATDriver- Inattentive or Distracted Driving SW 5
  • 392.2-SLLMLState/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane SW 5
  • 392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit SW 4
  • 392.2-SLLLRState/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation SW 3
  • 392.2LVLane Restriction violation SW 3

Hours of Service 13

  • 395.8E-HOSPDHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain SW 7
  • 395.8(e)(1)PCHOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS SW 7
  • 395.3(a)(3)(ii)Driving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty, off duty, or sleeper period of at least 30 minutes SW 7
  • 395.3A2-PROPDriving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle) SW 7
  • 395.3A2-HOSPDHOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time SW 7
  • 395.34A1-ELDDFNHOS (ELD) - Driver failed to note the malfunction of the ELD and provide written notice of the malfunction to the motor carrier within 24 hours SW 5
  • 395.32B-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failed to review any unassigned driving time when prompted by the ELD SW 5
  • 395.24HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner SW 1
  • 395.24C2III-ELDSDNHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify shipping document number. SW 1
  • 395.30B1-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. SW 1
  • 395.22G-ELDMFVHOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position. SW 1
  • 395.30B1Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD SW 1
  • 395.30B2-ELDDFC24HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to certify the record immediately after the final required entry has been made or corrected for the 24 hour period. SW 1

Vehicle Maintenance 11

  • 393.9A-LBLLighting - Backup lamp inoperative SW 6
  • 393.55E-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 SW 4
  • 393.55D2-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 2001 for towed vehicle. SW 4
  • 396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection SW 4
  • 396.3A1-ALBVAir Brake - Any leak from a brake valve SW 4
  • 393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper SW 2
  • 393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured SW 2
  • 393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. SW 2
  • 392.2-SLLMFState/Local Laws - Wheel (mud) flaps missing or defective SW 1
  • 393.78A-WSWashers - Inoperative washing system. SW 1
  • 393.60EWSWindshield - Obstructed SW 1

Driver Fitness 1

  • 383.71HLicense (CDL) - CDL or CLP holder possesses a valid medical certificate but is not on file with the issuing state driver's licensing agency as required SW 1

Locations

Physical Address
DAKOTA CARRIERS INC
5105 W FOUNDATION CT
SIOUX FALLS, SD 57107
Mailing Address
DAKOTA CARRIERS INC
PO BOX 84907
SIOUX FALLS, SD 57118

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