KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - MOUNTAIN WEST

AUTHORIZED

DBA: KNIFE RIVER

5450 W GOWEN RD, BOISE, ID, 83709|(208) 362-6152

USDOT

3111936

MC Number

83161

Fleet Size

374

Total Drivers

275

Last updated: March 16, 2026

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Safety overview

KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - MOUNTAIN WEST is a large interstate motor carrier based in BOISE, Idaho, operating 374 power units with 275 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. They have 4 crashes on file (3 with injuries). FMCSA records show 22 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 rate4.5%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate40.0%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Idaho is 12.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 34.5% across 12,979 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

22

Total

69%

Driver %

Driver Inspections22
Vehicle Inspections10
Driver OOS Rate4.5%
Vehicle OOS Rate40.0%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. — eff. Mar 20, 2018

$1,000,000ACTIVE

Cargo

Not on file

Surety Bond

Not on file

Trust Fund

Not on file

Crash history

4

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes3
Tow Crashes2

Frequently asked questions

Is KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - MOUNTAIN WEST authorized to operate?

Yes. KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - MOUNTAIN WEST (USDOT #3111936) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - MOUNTAIN WEST's safety record?

KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - MOUNTAIN WEST has 22 inspections on file and 4 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 - MOUNTAIN WEST operate?

KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - MOUNTAIN WEST operates 374 power units with 275 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.

Does KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - MOUNTAIN WEST transport hazardous materials?

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

Where is KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - MOUNTAIN WEST located?

KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - MOUNTAIN WEST is based in BOISE, Idaho at 5450 W GOWEN RD, 83709. Phone: (208) 362-6152.

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

KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - MOUNTAIN WEST's driver out-of-service rate is 4.5%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 40.0% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.