James W Karsten
DBA: JAMES KARSTEN TRKG
1
Power Units
1
Drivers
Est. 1990 (35 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
JAMES W KARSTEN is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since December 1990. Based in MANNING, IA, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Flatbed, Hopper / Grain and Livestock.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and fleet composition data, James W Karsten appears to operate the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Trailers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Fleet Size Classification: 1 Truck
Authorized Cargo Types
James W Karsten is authorized to transport the following 7 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 1
MCS-150 Mileage: 30,000 miles (2025)
Driver Information
1
Total Drivers
1
CDL Drivers
1
Interstate Drivers
Dispatch Services in IA
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Safety Performance
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
1
Inspections
24 months
1
Violations
Total found
0
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.0%)
✓ Better than national average (-21.5%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/17/2024 | IA | Full | 1 | ✓ |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$750,000
NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | WN139365 | $750,000 | 01/27/2014 |
View Insurance History (3 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN423615 | 04/17/2004 | 11/21/2013 | CANCEL | |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | 9MJ64 | 12/19/1997 | 06/09/2004 | TERM/CANCL | |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | 9MJ64 | 12/19/1997 | 04/17/2004 | TERM/REPL |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does JAMES W KARSTEN operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, JAMES W KARSTEN is inferred to operate: Flatbed, Hopper / Grain and Livestock.
Is JAMES W KARSTEN's authority currently active?
JAMES W KARSTEN currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has JAMES W KARSTEN been in business?
JAMES W KARSTEN has been registered with the FMCSA since December 1990, making their authority approximately 35 years, 4 months old.
Where is JAMES W KARSTEN located?
JAMES W KARSTEN is physically located at 1113 CENTER, MANNING, IA 51455.
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