Northwoods Distribution Services INC
Rhinelander, WI
Profile data updated Feb 23, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Limited History
FMCSA data ↓
3
Power Units
3
Drivers
FMCSA since 2012 (13 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
NORTHWOODS DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since November 2012. Based in Rhinelander, WI, they operate a fleet of 3 power units with 3 CDL drivers. They are classified as Both Interstate & Intrastate and operate intrastate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Reefer, Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN and Tanker.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Northwoods Distribution Services INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Trailers | 6 | 2 | 0 | 8 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Northwoods Distribution Services INC is authorized to transport the following 6 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 3
MCS-150 Mileage: 151,771 miles (2025)
Driver Information
3
Total Drivers
3
CDL Drivers
3
Intrastate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by NORTHWOODS DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC
2 trucks and 2 trailers identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Mar 5, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Utility Trailer Manufacturer, Freightliner, Kenworth. Equipment breakdown: 2 TRUCK TRACTOR, 2 SEMI-TRAILER. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (2 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | 50% |
| SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | 50% |
Trailers (2 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 | 2 |
| Utility Trailer | 2 |
| Box or Van Enclosed Trailer | 2 |
| 53 ft | 2 |
| 2 axles | 2 |
Vehicle makes (3 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Trailer Manufacturer | 2 | 50% |
| Freightliner | 1 | 25% |
| Kenworth | 1 | 25% |
Spec sheets, common recalls & complaints for the truck models this carrier operates.
License plates on file (4 shown)
Recent active vehicles (4 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
2
Inspections
24 months
6
Violations
Total found
1
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.5%)
✗ Worse than national average (+28.3%)
Out-of-service rates follow FMCSA's definition: the share of relevant roadside inspections in which at least one out-of-service order was issued. Vehicle rates use level 1, 2 and 5 inspections; driver rates use level 1, 2, 3 and 6. National averages are computed from the same FMCSA inspection data.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/05/2026 | WI | Walk-Around | 2 | ✓ |
| 07/30/2025 | WI | Walk-Around | 4 | 1 |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
A single inspection can produce more than one out-of-service order, so this is a count of orders, not a rate. See the FMCSA vehicle and driver out-of-service rates in Safety Performance above.
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$750,000
ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | CA-FE0719 | $750,000 | 04/01/2026 |
View Insurance History (7 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CCP04578H | 10/09/2018 | 12/20/2018 | CANCEL | |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CCP04578A | 09/05/2013 | 10/02/2018 | CANCEL | |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP98868A | 12/19/2012 | 09/06/2022 | TERM/REPL | |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-FD1760 | 02/01/2026 | 06/03/2026 | TERM/CANCL | |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-FD1760 | 02/01/2026 | 04/01/2026 | TERM/REPL | |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CCP04578H | 12/20/2018 | 03/25/2026 | CANCEL | |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP98868A | 09/06/2022 | 02/01/2026 | TERM/REPL |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does NORTHWOODS DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, NORTHWOODS DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC is inferred to operate: Reefer, Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN and Tanker.
Is NORTHWOODS DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC's authority currently active?
NORTHWOODS DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has NORTHWOODS DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC been in business?
NORTHWOODS DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC has been registered with the FMCSA since November 2012, making their authority approximately 13 years, 7 months old.
Where is NORTHWOODS DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC located?
NORTHWOODS DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC is physically located at 3200 N RIFLE RD, RHINELANDER, WI 54501.
Roadside Inspection History 2 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
NORTHWOODS DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC has been inspected 2 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in WI. Out of these, 1 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 393.9A-LCL — 2 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-05 | WI | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | — |
| 2025-07-30 | WI | Level 2 · Walk-around | 4 | OOS · 1 |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 5 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
Roadside Violation Profile
6 individual violations from FMCSA roadside inspections (rolling 24 months) are itemised for NORTHWOODS DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC, of which 1 (17%) placed a driver or vehicle out of service. Itemised records can lag FMCSA's per-inspection totals shown in Violation Breakdown.
| BASIC category | Violations | Out-of-service |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 6 | 1 |
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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