RONALD P SMITH
AUTHORIZEDDBA: S & S TRAILERS
USDOT
524585
MC Number
436728
Fleet Size
1
Total Drivers
1
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
RONALD P SMITH is a small interstate motor carrier based in ELMA, Iowa, operating 1 power unit with 1 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 100.0% runs above the national average of 5.51%. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 1 inspection 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 Iowa is 7.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 25,829 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
1
Total
50%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Aug 15, 2022
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 RONALD P SMITH authorized to operate?
Yes. RONALD P SMITH (USDOT #524585) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is RONALD P SMITH's safety record?
RONALD P SMITH has 1 inspection 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 RONALD P SMITH operate?
RONALD P SMITH operates 1 power unit with 1 driver on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does RONALD P SMITH transport hazardous materials?
No. RONALD P SMITH does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is RONALD P SMITH located?
RONALD P SMITH is based in ELMA, Iowa at 15699 175TH STREET, 50628. Phone: (641) 393-2464.
What are RONALD P SMITH's out-of-service rates?
RONALD P SMITH's driver out-of-service rate is 100.0%, 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 0.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.