K G CARPENTER & SONS INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: CARPENTER'S TRUCKING
USDOT
495728
MC Number
434800
Fleet Size
6
Total Drivers
9
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
K G CARPENTER & SONS INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in MCARTHUR, California, operating 6 power units with 9 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 17 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 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, Exempt For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
17
Total
52%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Oct 1, 2020
Cargo
AGCS MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Oct 1, 2010
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is K G CARPENTER & SONS INC authorized to operate?
Yes. K G CARPENTER & SONS INC (USDOT #495728) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is K G CARPENTER & SONS INC's safety record?
K G CARPENTER & SONS INC has 17 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 K G CARPENTER & SONS INC operate?
K G CARPENTER & SONS INC operates 6 power units with 9 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does K G CARPENTER & SONS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. K G CARPENTER & SONS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is K G CARPENTER & SONS INC located?
K G CARPENTER & SONS INC is based in MCARTHUR, California at 44534 STATE HWY 229 E, 96056. Phone: (530) 336-5256.
What are K G CARPENTER & SONS INC's out-of-service rates?
K G CARPENTER & SONS INC'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 6.7% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.