Is Crystal Valley Cooperative Safe? DOT 840516 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Crystal Valley Cooperative?

Crystal Valley Cooperative has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of May 10, 2007, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Crystal Valley Cooperative is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 840516. The company operates from Mankato, MN and maintains an active operating status with 120 power units and 211 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: May 10, 2007

Crystal Valley Cooperative 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

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

OOS Rate10.00%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 10.0% — approaching the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

1 crash recorded. Low count, but crash data should always be reviewed alongside inspection history.

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

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

0.6

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.

1.1

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.

0.0

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

Crystal Valley Cooperative is a large motor carrier operating in Minnesota. With 10 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 10.0%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 1 crash has been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

A Satisfactory rating from the FMCSA indicates that Crystal Valley Cooperative meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 120 power units and employs 211 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 840516?

USDOT number 840516 is assigned to Crystal Valley Cooperative, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Mankato, MN.

What is the safety rating of Crystal Valley Cooperative?

Crystal Valley Cooperative has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of May 10, 2007.

How many inspections has Crystal Valley Cooperative had?

Crystal Valley Cooperative has recorded 10 total inspections with 1 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 10.00%.

Where is Crystal Valley Cooperative located?

Crystal Valley Cooperative is headquartered at 1911 Excel Drive, Mankato, MN 56001.

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# 840516 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Crystal Valley Cooperative (DOT# 840516) – FMCSA Carrier Profile