DAWSON GEOPHYSICAL CO
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
424180
MC Number
823273
Fleet Size
94
Total Drivers
92
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
DAWSON GEOPHYSICAL CO is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in MIDLAND, Texas, operating 94 power units with 92 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 3 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 Texas is 13.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.7% across 174,809 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
3
Total
50%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Dec 1, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is DAWSON GEOPHYSICAL CO authorized to operate?
Yes. DAWSON GEOPHYSICAL CO (USDOT #424180) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is DAWSON GEOPHYSICAL CO's safety record?
DAWSON GEOPHYSICAL CO has 3 inspections 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 DAWSON GEOPHYSICAL CO operate?
DAWSON GEOPHYSICAL CO operates 94 power units with 92 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does DAWSON GEOPHYSICAL CO transport hazardous materials?
No. DAWSON GEOPHYSICAL CO does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is DAWSON GEOPHYSICAL CO located?
DAWSON GEOPHYSICAL CO is based in MIDLAND, Texas at 2501 COMMERCE DR, 79703. Phone: (432) 853-1789.
What are DAWSON GEOPHYSICAL CO's out-of-service rates?
DAWSON GEOPHYSICAL CO'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 66.7% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.