PETERSON TRANSPORTATION INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: PTI
USDOT
719279
MC Number
330805
Fleet Size
73
Total Drivers
72
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
PETERSON TRANSPORTATION INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in MANSON, Iowa, operating 73 power units with 72 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 1.6% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 4 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 124 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 7.2% 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
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
124
Total
69%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jun 1, 2023
Cargo
RLI INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Dec 5, 2019
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
4
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is PETERSON TRANSPORTATION INC authorized to operate?
Yes. PETERSON TRANSPORTATION INC (USDOT #719279) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is PETERSON TRANSPORTATION INC's safety record?
PETERSON TRANSPORTATION INC has 124 inspections on file and 4 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 PETERSON TRANSPORTATION INC operate?
PETERSON TRANSPORTATION INC operates 73 power units with 72 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does PETERSON TRANSPORTATION INC transport hazardous materials?
No. PETERSON TRANSPORTATION INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is PETERSON TRANSPORTATION INC located?
PETERSON TRANSPORTATION INC is based in MANSON, Iowa at 1950 TABOR AVENUE, 50563. Phone: (712) 469-2303.
What are PETERSON TRANSPORTATION INC's out-of-service rates?
PETERSON TRANSPORTATION INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.6%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 28.6% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.