FLAT RATE INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2050702
MC Number
727033
Fleet Size
51
Total Drivers
51
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
Broker verification report
Want a verification report for this carrier?
Request your first CarrierOwl report free for FLAT RATE INC. We will use this DOT profile to show authority, insurance, safety, contact consistency, and timestamped notes your team can save before sending a rate con.
Safety overview
FLAT RATE INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in BIG STONE CITY, South Dakota, operating 51 power units with 51 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. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 2 crashes on file. FMCSA records show 26 inspections for this carrier.
Truck insurance quotes
Need insurance for this carrier?
Enter your details and we'll check whether an eligible licensed insurance partner is available. Submission does not guarantee a quote or coverage.
BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
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 South Dakota is 8.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.8% across 6,346 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
Inspections
26
Total
68%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jan 1, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
2
Total Crashes
Similar carriers in South Dakota
Other carriers in the same state with a similar fleet size.
DEMARAY HARVESTING & TRUCKING LLC
ASPHALT SURFACING COMPANY
NTA LTD
BLACHOWSKE TRUCK LINE INC
DAKOTALAND TRANSPORTATION INC
Frequently asked questions
Is FLAT RATE INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for FLAT RATE INC (USDOT #2050702) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is FLAT RATE INC's safety record?
FLAT RATE INC has 26 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 2 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does FLAT RATE INC operate?
FLAT RATE INC operates 51 power units with 51 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does FLAT RATE INC transport hazardous materials?
No. FLAT RATE INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is FLAT RATE INC located?
FLAT RATE INC is based in BIG STONE CITY, South Dakota at 14515 485TH AVE, 57216. Phone: (605) 862-6085.
What are FLAT RATE INC's out-of-service rates?
FLAT RATE INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 16.7%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.