Desert States Contracting USDOT 1736656 – Safety, Crashes & Inspections

Q: How many inspections has Desert States Contracting had?

Desert States Contracting has recorded 2 total inspections, with 1 out-of-service orders.

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

Desert States Contracting is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 1736656. The company operates from El Mirage, AZ and maintains an active operating status with 4 power units and 13 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Desert States Contracting by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

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

OOS Rate50.00%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 50.0% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

Crash Records

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 1736656?

USDOT number 1736656 is assigned to Desert States Contracting, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in El Mirage, AZ.

How many inspections has Desert States Contracting had?

Desert States Contracting has recorded 2 total inspections with 1 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 50.00%.

Where is Desert States Contracting located?

Desert States Contracting is headquartered at 10295 North El Mirage, El Mirage, AZ 85335.

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# 1736656 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Desert States Contracting (DOT# 1736656) – FMCSA Carrier Profile