HEWITT TRUCKING LTD

AUTHORIZED
2408 US HIGHWAY 59, IDA GROVE, IA, 51445|(712) 364-3534

USDOT

714781

MC Number

329073

Fleet Size

25

Total Drivers

25

Last updated: March 11, 2026

Safety overview

HEWITT TRUCKING LTD is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in IDA GROVE, Iowa, operating 25 power units with 25 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 5 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 61 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
90%
HOS / Fatigue
91%
👤Driver Fitness
82%
Controlled Substances
99%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
82%

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.

Driver OOS rate4.9%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate25.9%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Iowa is 7.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.7% across 25,662 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

What are BASIC scores?

FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.

A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.

Unsafe driving
Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
HOS / Fatigue
Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
Driver fitness
Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
Controlled substances
Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
Vehicle maintenance
Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
Crash indicator
Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.

Inspections

61

Total

69%

Driver %

Driver Inspections61
Vehicle Inspections27
Driver OOS Rate4.9%
Vehicle OOS Rate25.9%

Crash history

1

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes1

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Frequently asked questions

Is HEWITT TRUCKING LTD authorized to operate?

Yes. HEWITT TRUCKING LTD (USDOT #714781) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is HEWITT TRUCKING LTD's safety record?

HEWITT TRUCKING LTD has 5 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.

How many trucks does HEWITT TRUCKING LTD operate?

HEWITT TRUCKING LTD operates 25 power units with 25 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does HEWITT TRUCKING LTD transport hazardous materials?

No. HEWITT TRUCKING LTD does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is HEWITT TRUCKING LTD located?

HEWITT TRUCKING LTD is based in IDA GROVE, Iowa at 2408 US HIGHWAY 59, 51445. Phone: (712) 364-3534.

What are HEWITT TRUCKING LTD's out-of-service rates?

HEWITT TRUCKING LTD's driver out-of-service rate is 4.9%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 25.9% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.