KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - SOUTH
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
816566
MC Number
422087
Fleet Size
244
Total Drivers
172
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
KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - SOUTH is a large intrastate only (hazmat) motor carrier based in BRYAN, Texas, operating 244 power units with 172 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 11 crashes on file (2 fatal, 5 with injuries). FMCSA records show 44 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 Texas is 13.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 184,825 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Intrastate Only (Hazmat)
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
44
Total
51%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
STARR INDEMNITY & LIABILITY INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jan 1, 2026
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
11
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - SOUTH authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - SOUTH (USDOT #816566) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an intrastate only (hazmat) carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - SOUTH's safety record?
KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - SOUTH has 44 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 11 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 KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - SOUTH operate?
KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - SOUTH operates 244 power units with 172 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - SOUTH transport hazardous materials?
Yes. KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - SOUTH is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - SOUTH located?
KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - SOUTH is based in BRYAN, Texas at 6310 STATE HIGHWAY 21 WEST, 77807. Phone: (979) 361-2948.
What are KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - SOUTH's out-of-service rates?
KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - SOUTH'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 7.1%, 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.