SHAFER CONTRACTING COMPANY INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
268720
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
137
Total Drivers
61
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
SHAFER CONTRACTING COMPANY INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in SHAFER, Minnesota, operating 137 power units with 61 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 16.7% runs above the national average of 5.51%. They have 4 crashes on file (1 fatal). FMCSA records show 18 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.
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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
- Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
18
Total
58%
Driver %
Insurance on file
No insurance records on file with FMCSA.
Crash history
4
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SHAFER CONTRACTING COMPANY INC authorized to operate?
Yes. SHAFER CONTRACTING COMPANY INC (USDOT #268720) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is SHAFER CONTRACTING COMPANY INC's safety record?
SHAFER CONTRACTING COMPANY INC has 18 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 SHAFER CONTRACTING COMPANY INC operate?
SHAFER CONTRACTING COMPANY INC operates 137 power units with 61 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does SHAFER CONTRACTING COMPANY INC transport hazardous materials?
No. SHAFER CONTRACTING COMPANY INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is SHAFER CONTRACTING COMPANY INC located?
SHAFER CONTRACTING COMPANY INC is based in SHAFER, Minnesota at 30405 REGAL AVE, 55074. Phone: (651) 257-5019.
What are SHAFER CONTRACTING COMPANY INC's out-of-service rates?
SHAFER CONTRACTING COMPANY INC's driver out-of-service rate is 16.7%, 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 61.5% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.