What is MC number 129523?

MC number 129523 is assigned to Owens Brothers Transfer Company, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 173472.

Is Owens Brothers Transfer Company Safe? DOT 173472 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Owens Brothers Transfer Company?

Owens Brothers Transfer Company has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of October 29, 1987, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating and no crashes reported.

Owens Brothers Transfer Company is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 173472. The company operates from Minden, NV and maintains an active operating status with 2 power units and 3 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: October 29, 1987

Owens Brothers Transfer Company holds a "Satisfactory" safety rating from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This rating indicates that the carrier has been found to comply with federal safety regulations based on the most recent compliance review conducted by FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

1 inspections — relatively low volume, which may indicate a smaller or newer carrier.

OOS Rate0.00%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. This carrier has a 0% OOS rate — significantly better than the national average of ~21% for vehicles.

Crash History

✅No crashes reported (FMCSA data)

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

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

0.0

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.

0.0

Driver Fitness

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

0.0

Controlled Substances

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

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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

Owens Brothers Transfer Company is a small motor carrier operating in Nevada. With 1 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 0.0%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. No crashes have been reported in FMCSA records, which is a positive indicator for shippers and brokers evaluating this carrier.

A Satisfactory rating from the FMCSA indicates that Owens Brothers Transfer Company meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 2 power units and employs 3 drivers. This is a small carrier operation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 173472?

USDOT number 173472 is assigned to Owens Brothers Transfer Company, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Minden, NV.

What is the safety rating of Owens Brothers Transfer Company?

Owens Brothers Transfer Company has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of October 29, 1987.

How many inspections has Owens Brothers Transfer Company had?

Owens Brothers Transfer Company has recorded 1 total inspections with 0 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 0.00%.

Where is Owens Brothers Transfer Company located?

Owens Brothers Transfer Company is headquartered at 2589 Wildhorse #6, Minden, NV 89423.

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.

What is the MC number for Owens Brothers Transfer Company?

The MC number for Owens Brothers Transfer Company is MC# 129523. The MC number is issued by the FMCSA and authorizes carriers to operate in interstate commerce.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 173472 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Owens Brothers Transfer Company (DOT# 173472 · MC# 129523) – FMCSA Carrier Profile