DENNIS AND JOSEPH DOWSON
AUTHORIZEDDBA: JDJ FARMS
USDOT
773721
MC Number
346218
Fleet Size
9
Total Drivers
7
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
DENNIS AND JOSEPH DOWSON is a small interstate motor carrier based in AUBURN, Illinois, operating 9 power units with 7 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 5.51% national average. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 10 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 Illinois is 9.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.0% across 49,579 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Exempt For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
10
Total
83%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY — eff. Oct 5, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is DENNIS AND JOSEPH DOWSON authorized to operate?
Yes. DENNIS AND JOSEPH DOWSON (USDOT #773721) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is DENNIS AND JOSEPH DOWSON's safety record?
DENNIS AND JOSEPH DOWSON has 10 inspections on file and 1 crash 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 DENNIS AND JOSEPH DOWSON operate?
DENNIS AND JOSEPH DOWSON operates 9 power units with 7 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does DENNIS AND JOSEPH DOWSON transport hazardous materials?
No. DENNIS AND JOSEPH DOWSON does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is DENNIS AND JOSEPH DOWSON located?
DENNIS AND JOSEPH DOWSON is based in AUBURN, Illinois at 13438 DOWSON RD, 62615. Phone: (217) 652-6060.
What are DENNIS AND JOSEPH DOWSON's out-of-service rates?
DENNIS AND JOSEPH DOWSON's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 0.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.