MONSON AND SONS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1281660
MC Number
447750
Fleet Size
165
Total Drivers
165
Last updated: March 15, 2026
Safety overview
MONSON AND SONS INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in BRITT, Iowa, operating 165 power units with 165 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 1.2% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 12 crashes on file (5 with injuries). FMCSA records show 172 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 Iowa is 7.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 25,829 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
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
172
Total
67%
Driver %
Crash history
12
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is MONSON AND SONS INC authorized to operate?
Yes. MONSON AND SONS INC (USDOT #1281660) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is MONSON AND SONS INC's safety record?
MONSON AND SONS INC 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 MONSON AND SONS INC operate?
MONSON AND SONS INC operates 165 power units with 165 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does MONSON AND SONS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. MONSON AND SONS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is MONSON AND SONS INC located?
MONSON AND SONS INC is based in BRITT, Iowa at 216 5TH STREET NORTH WEST, 50423. Phone: (641) 843-4272.
What are MONSON AND SONS INC's out-of-service rates?
MONSON AND SONS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.2%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 19.3% (national average: 20.72%).