CARSTENSEN CONTRACTING INC
USDOT 452580 • 800 EAST QUARTZITE ST, DELL RAPIDS, SD, 57022
ACTIVEMotor Carrier
Authority:1 active
Insurance:1 current
BOC-3:On file
Safety Rating:S
MCS-150:Never updated
OOS Orders:None
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
USDOT
452,580
Status
ACTIVE
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation
Intrastate (Hazmat)
Business Type
Motor Carrier
State
Phone
6052215777
Email
Power Units (MCS-150)
62
Drivers (MCS-150)
64
Safety Rating
S
MCS-150 Mileage
380,000
BOC-3 Agent
Physical Address
800 EAST QUARTZITE ST, DELL RAPIDS, SD, 57022
Contact
Phone: 6052215777
Email: [email protected]
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Contract Carrier — Active
Active Authority
1
Revoked / Inactive
0
Authority Types
1
Insurance Policies
1 active
Latest: Apr 1, 2005
BOC-3 Filing
On file
Operating Authority
fmcsa-authhistApr 5, 2026
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-317437 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Oct 6, 2020 |
Active Insurance (1)
fmcsa-insurApr 5, 2026
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WESTERN NATIONAL MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CID 208241 | ON FILE | Apr 1, 2005 | Sep 28, 2020 |
Insurance History (7 canceled/expired)
fmcsa-inshist-allwithhistory
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WESTERN NATIONAL MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CID 208241 | CANCELLED | Apr 1, 2005 | Oct 18, 2020 |
| BITCO GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | CAP 3 187 092 | REPLACED | Apr 1, 2004 | Apr 1, 2005 |
| BITCO GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | CAP 3 187 092 | CANCELLED | Apr 1, 2004 | May 27, 2005 |
| TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 1069104807 | REPLACED | May 20, 1997 | Apr 1, 2004 |
| GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | BIPD/Primary | CBA 022 18 55 | REPLACED | May 20, 1997 | May 20, 1997 |
| TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 1069104807 | CANCELLED | May 20, 1997 | May 1, 2004 |
| GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | BIPD/Primary | CBA 022 18 55 | REPLACED | Mar 27, 1997 | May 20, 1997 |
Insurance Events Timeline
fmcsa-insur-hist
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | WESTERN NATIONAL MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | CID 208241 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 18, 2020 | Oct 18, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | WESTERN NATIONAL MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | CID 208241 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 28, 2020 | Sep 28, 2020 |
| TERM/CANCL | BITCO GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | CAP 3 187 092 | BIPD/Primary | May 27, 2005 | May 27, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | BITCO GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | CAP 3 187 092 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2005 | Apr 1, 2005 |
| TERM/CANCL | TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO. | 1069104807 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2004 | May 1, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO. | 1069104807 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2004 | Apr 1, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | CBA 022 18 55 | BIPD/Primary | May 20, 1997 | May 20, 1997 |
| TERM/REPL | GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | CBA 022 18 55 | BIPD/Primary | May 20, 1997 | May 20, 1997 |
Authority Action History (4 events)
fmcsa-authhist-blob
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC317437 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 21, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 6, 2020 |
| MC317437 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 2, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 11, 2005 |
| MC317437 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 5, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 13, 2004 |
| MC317437 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 30, 1997 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Driver Fitness
N/A
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspections
21
Violations
37
7 OOS
Vehicle OOS %
19.0%
Driver OOS %
4.8%
Power Units (MCS-150)
62
Drivers (MCS-150)
64
Crash Records
1
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
2
May
Jun
1
Jul
1
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
2
Mar
Apr
1
May
1
Jun
1
Jul
Aug
Sep
1
Oct
1
Nov
1
Dec
Jan
1
Feb
1
Mar
Apr
Clean monthMonth with OOSBased on latest 21 of 21 inspection records
Inspection Activity Map
5 states • 21 inspections
None Low Medium High🚛 Home base
Violation Summary (37 violations from 21 inspections)
fmcsa-inspection-file
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:172.600C1-HMER | Emergency response information not available | 1 | 0 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:172.514B-HMPS | HM (Placarding) - Failing to placard bulk package when containing residue of HM as required | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:107.620B-HMAMC | 107.620B-HMAMC | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown |
| FMCSR:172.300A-HMTVMS | 172.300A-HMTVMS | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:172.200A-HMSPSNSP | Hazmat shipping papers missing/inadequate | 1 | 0 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:395.8K2 | Driver failing to retain previous 7 days records of duty status | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIHE | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSL | Fuel system leak | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BCFSBD | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2SLTRS | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(c) | Leaf spring assembly defective/missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.30 | Battery improperly secured | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | 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:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
Vehicle OOS Rate
19.0%vs nat'l 23.4%
-4.4 pts below avg
Driver OOS Rate
4.8%vs nat'l 6.7%
-1.9 pts below avg
Violations / Inspection
1.76vs nat'l 1.80
On par with national average
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (21 inspections)
fmcsa-inspectionsApr 5, 2026
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
14 total · 21.4% OOS
2024-052026-03
InspectionsOOS
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
1 crash record from FMCSA Crash File
Total Crashes
1
Fatalities
0
Injuries
0
Tow-Aways
1
Crash History (1 records)
fmcsa-crash-fileApr 5, 2026
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 20, 2024 | ND | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | 0005 | ...497473 | CARSTENSEN CONTRACTING INC |
Compliance Timeline
10 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Oct 18, 2020
InsuranceInsurance term/cancl
WESTERN NATIONAL MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. • BIPD/Primary
Sep 28, 2020
InsuranceInsurance term/repl
WESTERN NATIONAL MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. • BIPD/Primary
May 27, 2005
InsuranceInsurance term/cancl
BITCO GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION • BIPD/Primary
Apr 1, 2005
InsuranceInsurance term/repl
BITCO GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION • BIPD/Primary
May 1, 2004
InsuranceInsurance term/cancl
TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO. • BIPD/Primary
Apr 1, 2004
InsuranceInsurance term/repl
TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO. • BIPD/Primary
May 20, 1997
InsuranceInsurance term/repl
GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN • BIPD/Primary
May 20, 1997
InsuranceInsurance term/repl
GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN • BIPD/Primary
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