DAKOTA LINES INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
286930
MC Number
219667
Fleet Size
54
Total Drivers
42
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
DAKOTA LINES INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in VERMILLION, South Dakota, operating 54 power units with 42 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 0.0% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 5 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 14 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 South Dakota is 8.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.8% across 6,346 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
14
Total
58%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Not on file
Cargo
FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. — eff. Oct 1, 2001
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
5
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is DAKOTA LINES INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for DAKOTA LINES INC (USDOT #286930) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is DAKOTA LINES INC's safety record?
DAKOTA LINES INC has 14 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 5 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does DAKOTA LINES INC operate?
DAKOTA LINES INC operates 54 power units with 42 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does DAKOTA LINES INC transport hazardous materials?
No. DAKOTA LINES INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is DAKOTA LINES INC located?
DAKOTA LINES INC is based in VERMILLION, South Dakota at 11 EAST MAIN STREET, 57069. Phone: (605) 624-5228.
What are DAKOTA LINES INC's out-of-service rates?
DAKOTA LINES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 40.0%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.