THATE JOHN W

AUTHORIZED

DBA: THATES TREE SERVICE

418 W MARGRET ST, FAIRMONT, MN, 56031|(507) 235-3467

USDOT

1673524

MC Number

N/A

Fleet Size

7

Total Drivers

6

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Safety overview

THATE JOHN W is a small interstate motor carrier based in FAIRMONT, Minnesota, operating 7 power units with 6 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 3 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 50.0% runs above the national average of 5.51%. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 2 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
86%
HOS / Fatigue
8%
👤Driver Fitness
94%
Controlled Substances
9%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
86%

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 rate50.0%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate50.0%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Minnesota is 8.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 32.6% across 72,644 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
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

2

Total

50%

Driver %

Driver Inspections2
Vehicle Inspections2
Driver OOS Rate50.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate50.0%

Crash history

0

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes0

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Frequently asked questions

Is THATE JOHN W authorized to operate?

Yes. THATE JOHN W (USDOT #1673524) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is THATE JOHN W's safety record?

THATE JOHN W has 3 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 THATE JOHN W operate?

THATE JOHN W operates 7 power units with 6 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does THATE JOHN W transport hazardous materials?

No. THATE JOHN W does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is THATE JOHN W located?

THATE JOHN W is based in FAIRMONT, Minnesota at 418 W MARGRET ST, 56031. Phone: (507) 235-3467.

What are THATE JOHN W's out-of-service rates?

THATE JOHN W's driver out-of-service rate is 50.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 50.0% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.