OTTER TAIL POWER CO
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
107962
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
180
Total Drivers
215
Last updated: March 24, 2026
Safety overview
OTTER TAIL POWER CO is a large interstate motor carrier based in FERGUS FALLS, Minnesota, operating 180 power units with 215 drivers. 2 of their 5 BASIC scores sit above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. The rest fall within acceptable ranges. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 14 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Minnesota is 8.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 32.6% across 72,644 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
14
Total
70%
Driver %
Insurance on file
No insurance records on file with FMCSA.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is OTTER TAIL POWER CO authorized to operate?
Yes. OTTER TAIL POWER CO (USDOT #107962) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is OTTER TAIL POWER CO's safety record?
OTTER TAIL POWER CO has 2 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.
How many trucks does OTTER TAIL POWER CO operate?
OTTER TAIL POWER CO operates 180 power units with 215 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does OTTER TAIL POWER CO transport hazardous materials?
No. OTTER TAIL POWER CO does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is OTTER TAIL POWER CO located?
OTTER TAIL POWER CO is based in FERGUS FALLS, Minnesota at 215 S CASCADE ST, 56537-2897. Phone: (218) 739-8200.
What are OTTER TAIL POWER CO's out-of-service rates?
OTTER TAIL POWER CO's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 50.0% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.