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Sweetman Const Co
Sioux Falls, SD
DBA: DBA KNIFE RIVER DBA CONCRETE MATERIALS
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
146
Power Units
76
Drivers
Est. 1974 (52 yrs)
Authority Age
S
Safety Rating
Company Overview
SWEETMAN CONST CO is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since June 1974. Based in SIOUX FALLS, SD, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN, Dump Truck and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Sweetman Const Co operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 118 | 1 | 0 | 119 |
| Tractors | 25 | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| Trailers | 52 | 1 | 0 | 53 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Sweetman Const Co is authorized to transport the following 5 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 76
MCS-150 Mileage: 1,530,000 miles (2024)
Driver Information
76
Total Drivers
76
CDL Drivers
76
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by SWEETMAN CONST CO
26 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Apr 13, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Kenworth, Peterbilt, Mack. Equipment breakdown: 9 TRUCK TRACTOR, 9 SEMI-TRAILER, 8 STRAIGHT TRUCK. Out-of-service rate is in line with industry average (~6%). Some inspections found brake, tire, or HOS issues — normal range. No open NHTSA recalls identified on vehicles in this fleet. (Last cross-reference: Jul 2026.) 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 |
|---|---|---|
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 9 | 35% |
| SEMI-TRAILER | 9 | 35% |
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 8 | 31% |
Vehicle makes (13 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth | 9 | 35% |
| Peterbilt | 5 | 19% |
| Mack | 2 | 8% |
| Smithco | 1 | 4% |
| Benson Tru | 1 | 4% |
| Kenworth M | 1 | 4% |
| Great Dane | 1 | 4% |
| Unknown | 1 | 4% |
| Utility | 1 | 4% |
| Smith-role | 1 | 4% |
| Unpublishe | 1 | 4% |
| Mckt | 1 | 4% |
| Mack Trail | 1 | 4% |
License plates on file (20 shown of 26 plates)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PR38225 | SD | KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Apr 2026 |
| 23473P | SD | SMITHCO SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Apr 2026 |
| PR40599 | SD | KENWORTH STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Apr 2026 |
| 88173 | SD | BENSON TRU SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Mar 2026 |
| PR51686 | SD | KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Mar 2026 |
| PR36342 | SD | KENWORTH M TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Nov 2025 |
| 14880P | SD | GREAT DANE SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Nov 2025 |
| PR41714 | SD | PTRB STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Oct 2025 |
| PR45121 | SD | PETERBILT STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Sep 2025 |
| PR43174 | SD | PETERBILT STRAIGHT TRUCK | 3 | Sep 2025 |
| PR25571 | SD | KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | May 2025 |
| 98119 | SD | UNKNOWN SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | May 2025 |
| PR29198 | SD | MACK TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Dec 2024 |
| 99132 | SD | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Dec 2024 |
| PR47290 | SD | PETERBILT STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Nov 2024 |
| PR18809 | SD | KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Oct 2024 |
| PR46240 | SD | KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Oct 2024 |
| 27154P | SD | SMITH-ROLE SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Oct 2024 |
| PR38227 | SD | KENWORTH STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Sep 2024 |
| 16804P | SD | UNPUBLISHE SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Sep 2024 |
Recent active vehicles (12 shown of 26)
Showing the most recently active 12 vehicles. Full fleet records are available via direct VIN search.
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. For VIN-specific recall service status, verify directly with the OEM dealer or NHTSA.gov/recalls.
Dispatch Services in SD
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Safety Performance
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
18
Inspections
24 months
7
Violations
Total found
1
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.5%)
✓ Better than national average (-16.2%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/13/2026 | SD | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 04/13/2026 | SD | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 03/26/2026 | SD | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 11/12/2025 | SD | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 10/21/2025 | NE | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 09/25/2025 | SD | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 09/16/2025 | SD | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/29/2025 | SD | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/22/2025 | SD | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 12/13/2024 | SD | Walk-Around | 1 | 1 |
| 11/18/2024 | SD | Driver Only | 2 | ✓ |
| 10/29/2024 | SD | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 10/18/2024 | SD | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 09/17/2024 | SD | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 09/16/2024 | NE | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
Showing 15 of 18 inspections.
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Crash History
2
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
2
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/25/2025 | SD | SIOUX FALLS, SD | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 08/13/2024 | SD | SIOUX FALLS, SD | 0 | 0 | Yes |
Crash data from FMCSA. Does not include driver information per federal privacy requirements. View full crash report on FMCSA →
Is Sweetman Const Co Legitimate? Safety & Fraud Check
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does SWEETMAN CONST CO operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, SWEETMAN CONST CO is inferred to operate: Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN, Dump Truck and Box Truck.
Is SWEETMAN CONST CO's authority currently active?
SWEETMAN CONST CO currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has SWEETMAN CONST CO been in business?
SWEETMAN CONST CO has been registered with the FMCSA since June 1974, making their authority approximately 52 years, 1 month old.
Where is SWEETMAN CONST CO located?
SWEETMAN CONST CO is physically located at 1500 N SWEETMAN PLACE, SIOUX FALLS, SD 57107.
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Roadside Inspection History 18 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
SWEETMAN CONST CO has been inspected 18 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in SD, NE. Out of these, 1 inspections (about 6%) 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 392.2-SLLEWA1 — 2 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-13 | SD | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-04-13 | SD | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-03-26 | SD | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-11-12 | SD | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-10-21 | NE | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-09-25 | SD | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-09-16 | SD | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-07-29 | SD | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-05-22 | SD | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-12-13 | SD | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | OOS · 1 |
| 2024-11-18 | SD | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | — |
| 2024-10-29 | SD | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-10-18 | SD | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-17 | SD | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2024-09-16 | NE | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-08-28 | SD | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-08-09 | SD | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2024-07-30 | SD | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
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.
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Carrier History & Continuity
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Other USDOT Registrations Sharing Officer Names (3)
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