J R BALSAN INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: JOHNSTONE SUPPLY
USDOT
1714897
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
21
Total Drivers
28
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 26, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
J R BALSAN INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in DOWNINGTOWN, Pennsylvania, operating 21 power units with 28 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. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 37 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
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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 Pennsylvania is 11.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 25.4% across 80,321 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
37
Total
57%
Driver %
Insurance on file
No insurance records on file with FMCSA.
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is J R BALSAN INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for J R BALSAN INC (USDOT #1714897) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is J R BALSAN INC's safety record?
J R BALSAN INC has 37 inspections on file and no 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 J R BALSAN INC operate?
J R BALSAN INC operates 21 power units with 28 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does J R BALSAN INC transport hazardous materials?
No. J R BALSAN INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is J R BALSAN INC located?
J R BALSAN INC is based in DOWNINGTOWN, Pennsylvania at 55 COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE SUITE 201, 19335. Phone: (610) 873-6100.
What are J R BALSAN INC's out-of-service rates?
J R BALSAN INC's driver out-of-service rate is 5.4%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 3.6% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.