DESERT EMPIRE TRANSFER AND STORAGE INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
231888
MC Number
167428
Fleet Size
18
Total Drivers
12
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
DESERT EMPIRE TRANSFER AND STORAGE INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in SAN BERNARDINO, California, operating 18 power units with 12 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 3.6% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 28 inspections 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 California is 9.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 22.6% across 319,565 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
28
Total
57%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jan 15, 2015
Cargo
AMERICAN AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jan 15, 2009
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
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is DESERT EMPIRE TRANSFER AND STORAGE INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for DESERT EMPIRE TRANSFER AND STORAGE INC (USDOT #231888) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is DESERT EMPIRE TRANSFER AND STORAGE INC's safety record?
DESERT EMPIRE TRANSFER AND STORAGE INC has 28 inspections on file and 1 crash 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 DESERT EMPIRE TRANSFER AND STORAGE INC operate?
DESERT EMPIRE TRANSFER AND STORAGE INC operates 18 power units with 12 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does DESERT EMPIRE TRANSFER AND STORAGE INC transport hazardous materials?
No. DESERT EMPIRE TRANSFER AND STORAGE INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is DESERT EMPIRE TRANSFER AND STORAGE INC located?
DESERT EMPIRE TRANSFER AND STORAGE INC is based in SAN BERNARDINO, California at 258 E COMMERCIAL RD, 92408-4149. Phone: (909) 370-3077.
What are DESERT EMPIRE TRANSFER AND STORAGE INC's out-of-service rates?
DESERT EMPIRE TRANSFER AND STORAGE INC's driver out-of-service rate is 3.6%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 14.3% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.