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Packaging Distribution Services INC (USDOT 55734)

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Docket (MC) number
MC176028
Operating authority
Common carrier authority: active; Contract carrier authority: active.
Authority granted
1984-08-21
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD) insurance on file for $750,000.
Safety rating
Conditional (rating decision 1992-08-03)
Fleet on file
9 power units, 8 drivers
Operation type
Interstate
Physical address
2308 SUNSET RD, DES MOINES, IA 50321-1141
MCS-150 last filed
2026-04

Findings

  • Conditional safety rating (Critical): FMCSA rating: Conditional. Compliance issues found at last review; carrier remains authorized to operate
  • Trucks also operated under other carriers (Caution): Up to 2 trucks inspected under this carrier were also inspected operating under another carrier. This can be ordinary equipment leasing.

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Frequently asked questions

What carrier is USDOT 55734?

USDOT 55734 is Packaging Distribution Services INC, an interstate motor carrier.

What carrier is MC 176028?

MC 176028 is the docket number of Packaging Distribution Services INC, USDOT 55734.

What is Packaging Distribution Services INC's MC number?

Packaging Distribution Services INC's docket number is MC 176028. Its USDOT number is 55734.

Is Packaging Distribution Services INC currently authorized to operate?

Common carrier authority: active; Contract carrier authority: active. Source: FMCSA registration and licensing records.

Does Packaging Distribution Services INC have insurance on file with FMCSA?

Liability (BIPD) insurance on file for $750,000.

Who provides Packaging Distribution Services INC's insurance?

Packaging Distribution Services INC's liability insurance is filed with FMCSA by The Charter Oak Fire Insurance CO..

What is Packaging Distribution Services INC's safety record?

In the last 24 months, FMCSA records show 2 of 5 vehicle inspections ending out-of-service for Packaging Distribution Services INC, too few inspections for a stable rate. FMCSA records also show 0 reportable crashes in the same window.

What is Packaging Distribution Services INC's CSA score?

FMCSA does not publish a single CSA score for carriers. Packaging Distribution Services INC's public safety data includes its roadside inspection out-of-service rates and crash record, listed on this page.

What is Packaging Distribution Services INC's FMCSA safety rating?

Packaging Distribution Services INC's FMCSA safety rating is Conditional, from a review decided 1992-08-03.

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