BETTENDORF ENTERPRISES INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: BETTENDORF TRUCKING
USDOT
161866
MC Number
685487
Fleet Size
173
Total Drivers
185
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
BETTENDORF ENTERPRISES INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in ARCATA, California, operating 173 power units with 185 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 0.8% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 13 crashes on file (3 with injuries). FMCSA records show 262 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 California is 8.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 22.4% across 312,857 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Exempt 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
262
Total
54%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA — eff. Nov 25, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
HARTFORD CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Nov 1, 2018
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
13
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is BETTENDORF ENTERPRISES INC authorized to operate?
Yes. BETTENDORF ENTERPRISES INC (USDOT #161866) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is BETTENDORF ENTERPRISES INC's safety record?
BETTENDORF ENTERPRISES INC 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 BETTENDORF ENTERPRISES INC operate?
BETTENDORF ENTERPRISES INC operates 173 power units with 185 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does BETTENDORF ENTERPRISES INC transport hazardous materials?
No. BETTENDORF ENTERPRISES INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is BETTENDORF ENTERPRISES INC located?
BETTENDORF ENTERPRISES INC is based in ARCATA, California at 4545 W END RD, 95521. Phone: (707) 822-8271.
What are BETTENDORF ENTERPRISES INC's out-of-service rates?
BETTENDORF ENTERPRISES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.8%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 25.6% (national average: 20.72%).