DACOTAH PAPER CO

AUTHORIZED

DBA: RANGE PAPER BEMIDJI PAPER SPECTRUM SUPPLY JOHNSON PAPER

3940 15TH AVE N, FARGO, ND, 58102|(701) 281-1734

USDOT

119819

MC Number

745285

Fleet Size

70

Total Drivers

56

FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.

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Safety overview

DACOTAH PAPER CO is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in FARGO, North Dakota, operating 70 power units with 56 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. Their driver out-of-service rate of 2.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 4 crashes on file (3 with injuries). FMCSA records show 51 inspections for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

Under review

CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.

BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.

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 rate2.0%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate12.5%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in North Dakota is 8.4% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 34.8% across 6,437 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
Yes
Safety Rating Date
N/A

Inspections

51

Total

68%

Driver %

Driver Inspections51
Vehicle Inspections24
Driver OOS Rate2.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate12.5%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

HANOVER INSURANCE CO. — eff. Jan 1, 2026

$1,000,000ACTIVE

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

4

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes3
Tow Crashes3

Frequently asked questions

Is DACOTAH PAPER CO authorized to operate?

CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for DACOTAH PAPER CO (USDOT #119819) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.

What is DACOTAH PAPER CO's safety record?

DACOTAH PAPER CO has 51 inspections on file and 4 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 DACOTAH PAPER CO operate?

DACOTAH PAPER CO operates 70 power units with 56 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does DACOTAH PAPER CO transport hazardous materials?

Yes. DACOTAH PAPER CO is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.

Where is DACOTAH PAPER CO located?

DACOTAH PAPER CO is based in FARGO, North Dakota at 3940 15TH AVE N, 58102. Phone: (701) 281-1734.

What are DACOTAH PAPER CO's out-of-service rates?

DACOTAH PAPER CO's driver out-of-service rate is 2.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 12.5% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.