KOUNKEL TRUCKING INC

AUTHORIZED
29792 280TH ST, MERRILL, IA, 51038|(712) 251-5615

USDOT

1190564

MC Number

475426

Fleet Size

21

Total Drivers

21

FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 26, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.

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Safety overview

KOUNKEL TRUCKING INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in MERRILL, Iowa, operating 21 power units with 21 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. They have 5 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 45 inspections for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

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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.

Driver OOS rate6.7%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate25.0%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Iowa is 7.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.5% across 26,389 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
No
Safety Rating Date
N/A

Inspections

45

Total

85%

Driver %

Driver Inspections45
Vehicle Inspections8
Driver OOS Rate6.7%
Vehicle OOS Rate25.0%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. — eff. Jan 1, 2026

$750,000ACTIVE

Cargo

Not on file

Surety Bond

Not on file

Trust Fund

Not on file

Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.

Crash history

5

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes1
Tow Crashes5

Frequently asked questions

Is KOUNKEL TRUCKING INC authorized to operate?

CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for KOUNKEL TRUCKING INC (USDOT #1190564) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.

What is KOUNKEL TRUCKING INC's safety record?

KOUNKEL TRUCKING INC has 45 inspections on file and 5 crashes on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.

How many trucks does KOUNKEL TRUCKING INC operate?

KOUNKEL TRUCKING INC operates 21 power units with 21 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does KOUNKEL TRUCKING INC transport hazardous materials?

No. KOUNKEL TRUCKING INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is KOUNKEL TRUCKING INC located?

KOUNKEL TRUCKING INC is based in MERRILL, Iowa at 29792 280TH ST, 51038. Phone: (712) 251-5615.

What are KOUNKEL TRUCKING INC's out-of-service rates?

KOUNKEL TRUCKING INC's driver out-of-service rate is 6.7%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 25.0% (national average: 20.72%).