BROWN LOGISTICS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
616767
MC Number
295560
Fleet Size
36
Total Drivers
42
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
BROWN LOGISTICS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in GRIMES, Iowa, operating 36 power units with 42 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. They have 3 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 43 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 Iowa is 7.4% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 26,539 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
43
Total
73%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Feb 1, 2021
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
3
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is BROWN LOGISTICS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for BROWN LOGISTICS INC (USDOT #616767) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is BROWN LOGISTICS INC's safety record?
BROWN LOGISTICS INC has 43 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 3 matching crashes. 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 BROWN LOGISTICS INC operate?
BROWN LOGISTICS INC operates 36 power units with 42 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does BROWN LOGISTICS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. BROWN LOGISTICS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is BROWN LOGISTICS INC located?
BROWN LOGISTICS INC is based in GRIMES, Iowa at 2855 SE ENTERPRISE DRIVE, 50111. Phone: (515) 986-3400.
What are BROWN LOGISTICS INC's out-of-service rates?
BROWN LOGISTICS INC'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 50.0%, 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.