BATES TRUCKING INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
885765
MC Number
233594
Fleet Size
12
Total Drivers
12
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: November 15, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
BATES TRUCKING INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in WALDRON, Arkansas, operating 12 power units with 12 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. They have 2 crashes on file. FMCSA records show 13 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 Arkansas is 10.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 33.6% across 10,642 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
13
Total
81%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Benchmark Insurance Company — eff. Jun 1, 2026
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Nov 15, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
2
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is BATES TRUCKING INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for BATES TRUCKING INC (USDOT #885765) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is BATES TRUCKING INC's safety record?
BATES TRUCKING INC has 13 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 2 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 BATES TRUCKING INC operate?
BATES TRUCKING INC operates 12 power units with 12 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does BATES TRUCKING INC transport hazardous materials?
No. BATES TRUCKING INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is BATES TRUCKING INC located?
BATES TRUCKING INC is based in WALDRON, Arkansas at 2047 S MAIN ST, 72958. Phone: (479) 518-2886.
What are BATES TRUCKING INC's out-of-service rates?
BATES TRUCKING INC's driver out-of-service rate is 7.7%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 33.3%, 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.