WESTERN STATES EQUIPMENT CO
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
12403
MC Number
431755
Fleet Size
488
Total Drivers
1005
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
WESTERN STATES EQUIPMENT CO is a large interstate motor carrier based in MERIDIAN, Idaho, operating 488 power units with 1005 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 4 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 2.9% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 2 crashes on file. FMCSA records show 104 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 Idaho is 12.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 34.5% across 12,979 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, 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
104
Total
60%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA — eff. Feb 1, 2026
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
2
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is WESTERN STATES EQUIPMENT CO authorized to operate?
Yes. WESTERN STATES EQUIPMENT CO (USDOT #12403) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is WESTERN STATES EQUIPMENT CO's safety record?
WESTERN STATES EQUIPMENT CO has 4 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 WESTERN STATES EQUIPMENT CO operate?
WESTERN STATES EQUIPMENT CO operates 488 power units with 1005 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does WESTERN STATES EQUIPMENT CO transport hazardous materials?
No. WESTERN STATES EQUIPMENT CO does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is WESTERN STATES EQUIPMENT CO located?
WESTERN STATES EQUIPMENT CO is based in MERIDIAN, Idaho at 500 E OVERLAND RD, 83642. Phone: (208) 884-2287.
What are WESTERN STATES EQUIPMENT CO's out-of-service rates?
WESTERN STATES EQUIPMENT CO's driver out-of-service rate is 2.9%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 26.5% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.