Badlands Electric INC
Baker, MT
Profile data updated Apr 30, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
26
Power Units
12
Drivers
FMCSA since 2010 (15 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
BADLANDS ELECTRIC INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since October 2010. Based in Baker, MT, they operate a fleet of 26 power units with 9 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Step Deck / RGN, Power Only, Dry Van and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Badlands Electric INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 21 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| Tractors | 4 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
Fleet Size Classification: 1,001-5,000 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Badlands Electric INC is authorized to transport the following 2 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 9
MCS-150 Mileage: 270,000 miles (2025)
Driver Information
12
Total Drivers
9
CDL Drivers
12
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by BADLANDS ELECTRIC INC
5 trucks and 3 trailers identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Jan 14, 2025.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Ram, PJ, Kenworth. Equipment breakdown: 3 SEMI-TRAILER, 3 STRAIGHT TRUCK, 2 TRUCK TRACTOR. Out-of-service rate is 125% — more than 1 in 4 inspections finds park-it issues. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (3 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | 38% |
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 3 | 38% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | 25% |
Trailers (3 on record)
Trailers recorded pulling under this carrier's DOT number in FMCSA roadside inspections. Individual trailer plates and VINs are listed in the plate and vehicle sections above.
| Semi-trailer | 3 |
| Pj Trailer | 2 |
| Eager Beav | 1 |
| Flatbed or Platform Trailer | 2 |
| 32 ft | 1 |
| 36 ft | 1 |
| 2 axles | 2 |
| 5 axles | 1 |
Vehicle makes (5 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ram | 3 | 38% |
| PJ | 2 | 25% |
| Kenworth | 1 | 13% |
| Peterbilt | 1 | 13% |
| Eager Beaver | 1 | 13% |
Spec sheets, common recalls & complaints for the truck models this carrier operates.
License plates on file (8 shown)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA16162 | MT | Kenworth TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Jan 2025 |
| PA16932 | MT | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Oct 2024 |
| 392641A | MT | Eager Beav SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Oct 2024 |
| 392174A | MT | Pj Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Aug 2024 |
| SA09265 | MT | Dodge STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Aug 2024 |
| SA05829 | MT | Dodge STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Aug 2024 |
| 390552B | MT | Pj Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Aug 2024 |
| SA07097 | MT | Dodge STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Aug 2024 |
Recent active vehicles (8 shown)
Fleet data is aggregated from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling window). Vehicles inspected under this carrier's DOT number are listed. A VIN can appear under multiple carriers over its lifetime if leased, sold, or operated by different fleets at different times. Recall status is VIN-specific — use the NHTSA recall lookup linked on each vehicle above to see whether a given VIN has open (unremedied) recalls, or verify with the OEM dealer.
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
6
Inspections
24 months
32
Violations
Total found
11
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✗ Worse than national average (+25.8%)
✗ Worse than national average (+128.3%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/02/2026 | ND | Full | 3 | 1 |
| 01/14/2025 | ND | Driver Only | 3 | ✓ |
| 10/08/2024 | ND | Driver Only | 2 | ✓ |
| 08/28/2024 | ND | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 08/26/2024 | ND | Full | 16 | 6 |
| 08/13/2024 | ND | Full | 8 | 4 |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does BADLANDS ELECTRIC INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, BADLANDS ELECTRIC INC is inferred to operate: Step Deck / RGN, Power Only, Dry Van and Box Truck.
Is BADLANDS ELECTRIC INC's authority currently active?
BADLANDS ELECTRIC INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has BADLANDS ELECTRIC INC been in business?
BADLANDS ELECTRIC INC has been registered with the FMCSA since October 2010, making their authority approximately 15 years, 9 months old.
Where is BADLANDS ELECTRIC INC located?
BADLANDS ELECTRIC INC is physically located at 9 LATIGO TRAIL, BAKER, MT 59313.
Roadside Inspection History 6 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
BADLANDS ELECTRIC INC has been inspected 6 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in ND. Out of these, 3 inspections (about 50%) resulted in an out-of-service order — meaning the truck or driver was held until a violation was fixed. The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is roughly 21%. The most frequently cited violation is 396.17C-PI — 3 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-02 | ND | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 3 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-01-14 | ND | Level 3 · Driver-only | 3 | — |
| 2024-10-08 | ND | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | — |
| 2024-08-28 | ND | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-08-26 | ND | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 16 | OOS · 6 |
| 2024-08-13 | ND | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 8 | OOS · 4 |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 10 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
Roadside Violation Profile
Across FMCSA roadside inspections (rolling 24 months), BADLANDS ELECTRIC INC was cited for 24 violations, of which 9 (38%) placed a driver or vehicle out of service.
| BASIC category | Violations | Out-of-service |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 18 | 7 |
| Driver Fitness | 4 | 2 |
| Unsafe Driving | 2 | 0 |
Source: FMCSA roadside-inspection violation records (rolling 24-month summary). Counts reflect citations across all inspections under this carrier's DOT number; see Inspection History for individual inspection events. Violation severity and CSA percentile scores are shown in the Safety & Compliance section.
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