BALLARD INC

AUTHORIZED
128 BANJO ST, BARDSTOWN, KY, 40004|(502) 350-4490

USDOT

285335

MC Number

266965

Fleet Size

87

Total Drivers

78

Last updated: March 16, 2026

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Safety overview

BALLARD INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in BARDSTOWN, Kentucky, operating 87 power units with 78 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 0.7% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 8 crashes on file (4 with injuries). FMCSA records show 151 inspections for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

Under review

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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.

Driver OOS rate0.7%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate14.2%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Kentucky is 10.4% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 26.1% across 41,831 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
Yes
Safety Rating Date
N/A

Inspections

151

Total

59%

Driver %

Driver Inspections151
Vehicle Inspections106
Driver OOS Rate0.7%
Vehicle OOS Rate14.2%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. — eff. Apr 21, 2010

$1,000,000ACTIVE

Cargo

GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. — eff. Apr 21, 2010

On fileACTIVE

Surety Bond

Not on file

Trust Fund

Not on file

Crash history

8

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes4
Tow Crashes8

Frequently asked questions

Is BALLARD INC authorized to operate?

Yes. BALLARD INC (USDOT #285335) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is BALLARD INC's safety record?

BALLARD INC has 151 inspections on file and 8 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 BALLARD INC operate?

BALLARD INC operates 87 power units with 78 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does BALLARD INC transport hazardous materials?

Yes. BALLARD INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.

Where is BALLARD INC located?

BALLARD INC is based in BARDSTOWN, Kentucky at 128 BANJO ST, 40004. Phone: (502) 350-4490.

What are BALLARD INC's out-of-service rates?

BALLARD INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.7%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 14.2% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.