THE EMPIRE DISTRICT ELECTRIC COMPANY
AUTHORIZEDDBA: LIBERTY
USDOT
323557
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
206
Total Drivers
190
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
THE EMPIRE DISTRICT ELECTRIC COMPANY is a large interstate motor carrier based in JOPLIN, Missouri, operating 206 power units with 190 drivers. 1 of their 5 BASIC scores sits above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. The rest fall within acceptable ranges. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 3 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 Missouri is 11.5% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 24,338 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Private (Property)
- 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
3
Total
50%
Driver %
Insurance on file
No insurance records on file with FMCSA.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is THE EMPIRE DISTRICT ELECTRIC COMPANY authorized to operate?
Yes. THE EMPIRE DISTRICT ELECTRIC COMPANY (USDOT #323557) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is THE EMPIRE DISTRICT ELECTRIC COMPANY's safety record?
THE EMPIRE DISTRICT ELECTRIC COMPANY has 1 BASIC score 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 THE EMPIRE DISTRICT ELECTRIC COMPANY operate?
THE EMPIRE DISTRICT ELECTRIC COMPANY operates 206 power units with 190 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does THE EMPIRE DISTRICT ELECTRIC COMPANY transport hazardous materials?
No. THE EMPIRE DISTRICT ELECTRIC COMPANY does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is THE EMPIRE DISTRICT ELECTRIC COMPANY located?
THE EMPIRE DISTRICT ELECTRIC COMPANY is based in JOPLIN, Missouri at 602 SOUTH JOPLIN AVENUE, 64801. Phone: (317) 970-3990.
What are THE EMPIRE DISTRICT ELECTRIC COMPANY's out-of-service rates?
THE EMPIRE DISTRICT ELECTRIC COMPANY'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 33.3% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.