TWIN KNOBS TRANSPORT INC

AUTHORIZED

DBA: ETHAN BARNES

236 BROTHERS LANE, BARDSTOWN, KY, 40004|(502) 460-3973

USDOT

2897718

MC Number

987102

Fleet Size

9

Total Drivers

6

Last updated: March 16, 2026

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Safety overview

TWIN KNOBS TRANSPORT INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in BARDSTOWN, Kentucky, operating 9 power units with 6 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 5.51% national average. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 1 inspection for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

Under review

CarrierOwl 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.

Driver OOS rate0.0%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate0.0%
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, Exempt For Hire
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
No
Safety Rating Date
N/A

Inspections

1

Total

50%

Driver %

Driver Inspections1
Vehicle Inspections1
Driver OOS Rate0.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate0.0%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jun 7, 2017

$750,000ACTIVE

Cargo

Not on file

Surety Bond

Not on file

Trust Fund

Not on file

Crash history

0

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes0

Frequently asked questions

Is TWIN KNOBS TRANSPORT INC authorized to operate?

Yes. TWIN KNOBS TRANSPORT INC (USDOT #2897718) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is TWIN KNOBS TRANSPORT INC's safety record?

TWIN KNOBS TRANSPORT INC has 1 inspection on file and no 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 TWIN KNOBS TRANSPORT INC operate?

TWIN KNOBS TRANSPORT INC operates 9 power units with 6 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does TWIN KNOBS TRANSPORT INC transport hazardous materials?

No. TWIN KNOBS TRANSPORT INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is TWIN KNOBS TRANSPORT INC located?

TWIN KNOBS TRANSPORT INC is based in BARDSTOWN, Kentucky at 236 BROTHERS LANE, 40004. Phone: (502) 460-3973.

What are TWIN KNOBS TRANSPORT INC's out-of-service rates?

TWIN KNOBS TRANSPORT INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 0.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.