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Carrier profile · USDOT 2895430 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Sam Shepherd

Ainsworth, IA · Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) for-hire carrier · Since 2016
No MC authorityNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightBuilding MaterialsGrain, Feed, HayCommodities Dry BulkConstructionOther
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (319) 461-5044
1
Power units
2
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
—
Annual miles
10 yr
Registered
95
/ 100
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MCS-150 not updated in over 2 years: FMCSA requires a biennial update.

How we scored it · 5 factors
Operating authority20/20
Insurance20/20
Out-of-service rates20/20
Crashes & rating20/20
Continuity & identity15/20

Composite of public FMCSA authority, insurance, inspection and crash records weighted against the national fleet. Decision support, not an official FMCSA safety rating.

Safety

FMCSA inspections & crashes · 24 mo · AS OF OCT 7, 2026

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and not rated by FMCSA.

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026

No operating authority (MC/FF docket) on file. Private and intrastate carriers don't need one; interstate for-hire carriers and brokers do.

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
1
Power units
1
Trucks
—
Tractors owned
1
Trailers owned
2
Drivers
1
CDL drivers
Not registered for hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)Private PropertyAuthorized for HireExempt for Hire
Cargo carried
General FreightBuilding MaterialsGrain, Feed, HayCommodities Dry BulkConstructionOther
Annual mileage
Not reported

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
2895430
MC / docket
None
Legal name
Sam Shepherd
DBA
—
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
First registered
May 27, 2016
Last MCS-150
May 27, 2016
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
2 (1)
Hazmat
No
Business type
—

Fraud & network signals

For review, not a verdict.

No prior revocation
FMCSA shows no link to a previously revoked authority.
Unique phone number
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique email address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique street address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.

Frequently asked

What is Sam Shepherd's USDOT number?

Sam Shepherd's USDOT number is 2895430.

Is Sam Shepherd authorized to operate?

It does not hold MC operating authority, which private and intrastate carriers do not need.

What is Sam Shepherd's safety record?

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months. Not rated by FMCSA.

How big is Sam Shepherd's fleet?

1 power unit and 2 drivers per its MCS-150 filed May 27, 2016.

Where is Sam Shepherd located?

Sam Shepherd is located at 2054 Tulip Ave, Ainsworth, IA, 52201-9783. Phone: (319) 461-5044.

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