BERNARD DOWNES
AUTHORIZEDDBA: L & B TRUCKING
USDOT
2174416
MC Number
831893
Fleet Size
1
Total Drivers
1
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
BERNARD DOWNES is a small interstate motor carrier based in CANYON, Texas, operating 1 power unit with 1 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 5.51% national average. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 1 inspection for this carrier.
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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 Texas is 13.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.7% across 174,809 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
Inspections
1
Total
50%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL — eff. Jul 30, 2016
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is BERNARD DOWNES authorized to operate?
Yes. BERNARD DOWNES (USDOT #2174416) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is BERNARD DOWNES's safety record?
BERNARD DOWNES has 1 inspection 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 BERNARD DOWNES operate?
BERNARD DOWNES operates 1 power unit with 1 driver on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does BERNARD DOWNES transport hazardous materials?
No. BERNARD DOWNES does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is BERNARD DOWNES located?
BERNARD DOWNES is based in CANYON, Texas at 6950 FAITH AVE, 79015. Phone: (806) 670-8907.
What are BERNARD DOWNES's out-of-service rates?
BERNARD DOWNES's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 100.0% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.