JOSEPH BARNES
AUTHORIZEDDBA: BARNES TRUCKING
USDOT
2580288
MC Number
966938
Fleet Size
3
Total Drivers
4
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
JOSEPH BARNES is a small interstate motor carrier based in TYRONZA, Arkansas, operating 3 power units with 4 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 11.1% runs above the national average of 5.51%. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 9 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 Arkansas is 9.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 32.2% across 9,836 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
9
Total
69%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jul 31, 2023
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is JOSEPH BARNES authorized to operate?
Yes. JOSEPH BARNES (USDOT #2580288) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is JOSEPH BARNES's safety record?
JOSEPH BARNES has 9 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 JOSEPH BARNES operate?
JOSEPH BARNES operates 3 power units with 4 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does JOSEPH BARNES transport hazardous materials?
No. JOSEPH BARNES does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is JOSEPH BARNES located?
JOSEPH BARNES is based in TYRONZA, Arkansas at 1189 HWY 149, 72386. Phone: (870) 919-5524.
What are JOSEPH BARNES's out-of-service rates?
JOSEPH BARNES's driver out-of-service rate is 11.1%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 50.0% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.