KW FARMS TRUCKING INC
USDOT 1233861 • 1201 7TH ST NW, WATERTOWN, SD, 57201
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-489536 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jan 15, 2016 |
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Excess | CCP04921A | ON FILE | Nov 12, 2014 | Feb 9, 2016 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP12896A | ON FILE | Sep 19, 2014 | Jan 7, 2016 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CARGO | OPO0023139 | ON FILE | Oct 21, 2006 | Mar 30, 2007 |
Insurance History (13 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Excess | CCP04921A | REPLACED | Nov 12, 2014 | Jan 13, 2016 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP12896A | NAME CHANGED | Sep 19, 2014 | Feb 9, 2016 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP45143A | CANCELLED | Feb 22, 2007 | Mar 16, 2011 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0023139 | REPLACED | Oct 21, 2006 | Feb 22, 2007 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0023139 | CANCELLED | Oct 21, 2006 | Mar 30, 2007 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0020918 | CANCELLED | Oct 21, 2005 | Oct 21, 2006 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CARGO | OPO0020918 | CANCELLED | Oct 21, 2005 | Oct 21, 2006 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0019222 | CANCELLED | Oct 21, 2004 | Oct 21, 2005 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CARGO | OPO0019222 | CANCELLED | Oct 21, 2004 | Oct 21, 2005 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0017989 | REPLACED | May 20, 2004 | May 20, 2004 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CARGO | OPO0017989 | REPLACED | May 20, 2004 | May 20, 2004 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CARGO | OPO0017989 | CANCELLED | May 20, 2004 | Oct 21, 2004 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0017989 | CANCELLED | May 20, 2004 | Oct 21, 2004 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CCP04921A | BIPD/Excess | Feb 9, 2016 | Feb 9, 2016 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP12896A | BIPD/Primary | Feb 9, 2016 | Feb 9, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CCP04921A | BIPD/Excess | Jan 13, 2016 | Jan 13, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP12896A | BIPD/Primary | Jan 7, 2016 | Jan 7, 2016 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP45143A | BIPD/Primary | Mar 16, 2011 | Mar 16, 2011 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0023139 | CARGO | Mar 30, 2007 | Mar 30, 2007 |
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0023139 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 30, 2007 | Mar 30, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0023139 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 22, 2007 | Feb 22, 2007 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0020918 | CARGO | Oct 21, 2006 | Oct 21, 2006 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0020918 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 21, 2006 | Oct 21, 2006 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0019222 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 21, 2005 | Oct 21, 2005 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0019222 | CARGO | Oct 21, 2005 | Oct 21, 2005 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0017989 | CARGO | Oct 21, 2004 | Oct 21, 2004 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0017989 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 21, 2004 | Oct 21, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0017989 | BIPD/Primary | May 20, 2004 | May 20, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0017989 | CARGO | May 20, 2004 | May 20, 2004 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-489536 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (7 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC489536 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 7, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 15, 2016 |
| MC489536 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Dec 4, 2014 | — | Unknown |
| MC489536 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Sep 22, 2014 | — | Unknown |
| MC489536 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 25, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 19, 2006 |
| MC489536 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 26, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 25, 2005 |
| MC489536 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 24, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 22, 2004 |
| MC489536 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 3, 2004 | REVOKED | Apr 9, 2007 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Measures
BASIC measure values (lower = better). Percentile rankings not available for this carrier. Data from SMS snapshot Apr 5, 2026.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
6 states • 63 inspections
Violation Summary (61 violations from 63 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 9 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 5 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 3 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 2 | 2 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43E-BBST | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TC-MC | 390.21TC-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:172.516C6-HMPMC | HM (Placarding) - Failure to maintain placard(s) in a condition so that the format legibility color and visibility of the placard will not be substantially red | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:107.620B-HMAMC | 107.620B-HMAMC | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown |
| FMCSR:393.81-H | Horn inoperable | 1 | 0 | 2 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:172.604 | Offering HM for transportation with no or improper Emergency Response telephone number | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:172.516(c)(6) | Placard damaged deteriorated or obscured | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (63 inspections)
Showing 50 of 63
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
1 crash record from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (1 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 29, 2019 | ND | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
18 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records