DAKOTA LEEWAYNE WARD
AUTHORIZEDDBA: WARDS TRANSPORT
USDOT
3535749
MC Number
1178722
Fleet Size
4
Total Drivers
5
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
DAKOTA LEEWAYNE WARD is a small interstate motor carrier based in LIBERAL, Kansas, operating 4 power units with 5 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 33.3% runs above the national average of 5.51%. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 9 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 Kansas is 10.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 25.1% across 18,175 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
9
Total
69%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY — eff. Jul 2, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is DAKOTA LEEWAYNE WARD authorized to operate?
Yes. DAKOTA LEEWAYNE WARD (USDOT #3535749) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is DAKOTA LEEWAYNE WARD's safety record?
DAKOTA LEEWAYNE WARD has 9 inspections on file and 1 crash 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 DAKOTA LEEWAYNE WARD operate?
DAKOTA LEEWAYNE WARD operates 4 power units with 5 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does DAKOTA LEEWAYNE WARD transport hazardous materials?
No. DAKOTA LEEWAYNE WARD does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is DAKOTA LEEWAYNE WARD located?
DAKOTA LEEWAYNE WARD is based in LIBERAL, Kansas at 1420 S CLAY AVE, 67901. Phone: (620) 417-5058.
What are DAKOTA LEEWAYNE WARD's out-of-service rates?
DAKOTA LEEWAYNE WARD's driver out-of-service rate is 33.3%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 25.0% (national average: 20.72%).