DARWIN CONTRERAS
AUTHORIZEDDBA: D & K TRANSPORT
USDOT
2914974
MC Number
1142938
Fleet Size
1
Total Drivers
1
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
DARWIN CONTRERAS is a small interstate motor carrier based in BELL GARDENS, California, operating 1 power unit with 1 drivers. 2 of their 5 BASIC scores sit above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. The rest fall within acceptable ranges. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 18 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
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 California is 8.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 22.4% across 312,857 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
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
18
Total
53%
Driver %
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is DARWIN CONTRERAS authorized to operate?
Yes. DARWIN CONTRERAS (USDOT #2914974) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is DARWIN CONTRERAS's safety record?
DARWIN CONTRERAS has 2 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.
How many trucks does DARWIN CONTRERAS operate?
DARWIN CONTRERAS operates 1 power unit with 1 driver on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does DARWIN CONTRERAS transport hazardous materials?
No. DARWIN CONTRERAS does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is DARWIN CONTRERAS located?
DARWIN CONTRERAS is based in BELL GARDENS, California at 7810 BELL GARDENS AVE, 90201. Phone: (213) 309-7134.
What are DARWIN CONTRERAS's out-of-service rates?
DARWIN CONTRERAS's driver out-of-service rate is 5.9%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 20.0% (national average: 20.72%).