KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST

AUTHORIZED

DBA: KNIFE RIVER

32260 OLD HWY 34, TANGENT, OR, 97389|(541) 918-5100

USDOT

271939

MC Number

193621

Fleet Size

425

Total Drivers

433

Last updated: March 16, 2026

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Safety overview

KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST is a large interstate motor carrier based in TANGENT, Oregon, operating 425 power units with 433 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 2.6% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 6 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 38 inspections for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

Under review

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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.

Driver OOS rate2.6%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate29.0%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Oregon is 9.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.1% across 27,255 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
No
Safety Rating Date
N/A

Inspections

38

Total

55%

Driver %

Driver Inspections38
Vehicle Inspections31
Driver OOS Rate2.6%
Vehicle OOS Rate29.0%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

STARR INDEMNITY & LIABILITY INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jan 1, 2026

$750,000ACTIVE

Cargo

Not on file

Surety Bond

Not on file

Trust Fund

Not on file

Crash history

6

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes1
Tow Crashes6

Frequently asked questions

Is KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST authorized to operate?

Yes. KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST (USDOT #271939) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST's safety record?

KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST has 38 inspections on file and 6 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 KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST operate?

KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST operates 425 power units with 433 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.

Does KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST transport hazardous materials?

No. KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST located?

KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST is based in TANGENT, Oregon at 32260 OLD HWY 34, 97389. Phone: (541) 918-5100.

What are KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST's out-of-service rates?

KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION-NORTHWEST's driver out-of-service rate is 2.6%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 29.0% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.