Is Black Hawk Waste Disposal Company Inc Safe? DOT 965457 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

This carrier is active with a Conditional safety rating — some safety deficiencies were noted.

Black Hawk Waste Disposal Company Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 965457. The company operates from Waterloo, IA and maintains an active operating status with 26 power units and 20 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

⚠ Conditional

Rated: December 5, 2022

Black Hawk Waste Disposal Company Inc holds a "Conditional" safety rating from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This rating indicates that some safety deficiencies were found during 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

55 inspections reflects moderate road activity.

OOS Rate78.18%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 78.2% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

2 crashes 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

3.4

Unsafe Driving

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

0.2

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.

0.0

Controlled Substances

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

19.7

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

Black Hawk Waste Disposal Company Inc is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Iowa. With 55 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 78.2%, which exceeds the national average of approximately 21%. 2 crashes have been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

A Conditional rating from the FMCSA indicates that Black Hawk Waste Disposal Company Inc has some safety deficiencies that need to be addressed. Shippers and brokers should review the BASICS scores carefully.

The company operates 26 power units and employs 20 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 965457?

USDOT number 965457 is assigned to Black Hawk Waste Disposal Company Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Waterloo, IA.

What is the safety rating of Black Hawk Waste Disposal Company Inc?

Black Hawk Waste Disposal Company Inc has a safety rating of Conditional as of December 5, 2022.

How many inspections has Black Hawk Waste Disposal Company Inc had?

Black Hawk Waste Disposal Company Inc has recorded 55 total inspections with 43 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 78.18%.

Where is Black Hawk Waste Disposal Company Inc located?

Black Hawk Waste Disposal Company Inc is headquartered at 811 Dearborn Ave, Waterloo, IA 50703.

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# 965457 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Black Hawk Waste Disposal Company Inc (DOT# 965457) – FMCSA Carrier Profile