DOWNTON'S TRANSPORT LTD
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
549816
MC Number
301922
Fleet Size
29
Total Drivers
28
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 30, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
DOWNTON'S TRANSPORT LTD is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in LACOMBE, AB, operating 29 power units with 28 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 6.7% national average. The current imported FMCSA crash snapshot returned no matching crash rows for this carrier; this is not proof that no crash occurred. FMCSA records show 12 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 AB is 4.0% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 22.5% across 2,112 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
12
Total
60%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
NORTHBRIDGE GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION — eff. Nov 1, 2023
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is DOWNTON'S TRANSPORT LTD authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for DOWNTON'S TRANSPORT LTD (USDOT #549816) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is DOWNTON'S TRANSPORT LTD's safety record?
DOWNTON'S TRANSPORT LTD has 12 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot; the snapshot returned no matching crash rows. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does DOWNTON'S TRANSPORT LTD operate?
DOWNTON'S TRANSPORT LTD operates 29 power units with 28 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does DOWNTON'S TRANSPORT LTD transport hazardous materials?
Yes. DOWNTON'S TRANSPORT LTD is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is DOWNTON'S TRANSPORT LTD located?
DOWNTON'S TRANSPORT LTD is based in LACOMBE, AB at 4514 - 46 AVE, T4L 2C6. Phone: (403) 782-1325.
What are DOWNTON'S TRANSPORT LTD's out-of-service rates?
DOWNTON'S TRANSPORT LTD's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 12.5%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.