UPPER LAKES FOODS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
243005
MC Number
654584
Fleet Size
79
Total Drivers
90
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
UPPER LAKES FOODS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in CLOQUET, Minnesota, operating 79 power units with 90 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 0.8% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 4 crashes on file. FMCSA records show 122 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 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
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
122
Total
66%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
UNION INSURANCE CO. — eff. Jan 7, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
4
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is UPPER LAKES FOODS INC authorized to operate?
Yes. UPPER LAKES FOODS INC (USDOT #243005) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is UPPER LAKES FOODS INC's safety record?
UPPER LAKES FOODS INC has 122 inspections on file and 4 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 UPPER LAKES FOODS INC operate?
UPPER LAKES FOODS INC operates 79 power units with 90 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does UPPER LAKES FOODS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. UPPER LAKES FOODS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is UPPER LAKES FOODS INC located?
UPPER LAKES FOODS INC is based in CLOQUET, Minnesota at 801 INDUSTRY AVE, 55720. Phone: (218) 879-1265.
What are UPPER LAKES FOODS INC's out-of-service rates?
UPPER LAKES FOODS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.8%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 12.5% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.