Is Dakota Supply Group Safe? DOT 12999 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: How many inspections has Dakota Supply Group had?

Dakota Supply Group has recorded 81 total inspections, with 10 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active. Review the inspection and crash data below.

Dakota Supply Group is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 12999. The company operates from Fargo, ND and maintains an active operating status with 117 power units and 232 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Dakota Supply Group by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

81 inspections reflects moderate road activity.

OOS Rate12.35%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 12.3% — approaching the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

5 crashes on record. This is within a common range for active carriers — assess relative to fleet size and inspection volume.

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

Higher = more risk · FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories

0.5

Unsafe Driving

Measures violations related to speeding, reckless driving, and improper lane changes.

0.0

HOS Compliance

Tracks hours-of-service violations, including driving beyond legal limits without rest.

0.3

Driver Fitness

Reflects issues with driver qualifications, licenses, and medical certifications.

0.1

Controlled Substances

Captures drug and alcohol violations, including failed or refused tests.

1.9

Vehicle Maintenance

Reflects brake, tire, lighting, and other equipment-related inspection violations.

Scores above 65 (general freight) or 50 (passenger/hazmat) trigger an FMCSA Alert. Higher scores indicate more safety risk. National median is approximately 20–30 for active carriers.

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Carrier Insight

Dakota Supply Group is a large motor carrier operating in North Dakota. With 81 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 12.3%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 5 crashes have been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

Dakota Supply Group has not received a formal safety rating from the FMCSA. This is common for smaller or newer carriers and does not necessarily indicate a safety problem.

The company operates 117 power units and employs 232 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 12999?

USDOT number 12999 is assigned to Dakota Supply Group, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Fargo, ND.

How many inspections has Dakota Supply Group had?

Dakota Supply Group has recorded 81 total inspections with 10 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 12.35%.

Where is Dakota Supply Group located?

Dakota Supply Group is headquartered at 1387 55th Street Northeast, Fargo, ND 58102.

What does "Not Rated" mean?

"Not Rated" means the FMCSA has not conducted a formal compliance review for this carrier. It does not indicate a safety problem — many active carriers operate without a formal rating.

Is zero crashes always a good sign?

Generally yes, but context matters. A carrier with zero crashes and very few inspections may simply have limited road exposure. Always review crash data alongside inspection volume and fleet size.

What is a normal OOS rate?

The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is approximately 21%. Driver OOS averages around 5%. Rates significantly above these thresholds may indicate recurring compliance issues.

How often is FMCSA data updated?

FMCSA publishes updated carrier data monthly. This page reflects the most recent available snapshot, updated on the date shown above.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 12999 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Dakota Supply Group (DOT# 12999) – FMCSA Carrier Profile