Thomas A Eskens
DBA: ESKENS EXPRESS
6
Power Units
3
Drivers
Est. 2015 (10 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
THOMAS A ESKENS is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since November 2015. Based in YANKTON, SD, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Reefer, Flatbed, Hopper / Grain and Livestock.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and fleet composition data, Thomas A Eskens appears to operate the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 5 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Trailers | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
Fleet Size Classification: 3-5 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Thomas A Eskens is authorized to transport the following 7 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 3
MCS-150 Mileage: 1 miles (2023)
Driver Information
3
Total Drivers
3
CDL Drivers
3
Interstate Drivers
Dispatch Services in SD
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
10
Inspections
24 months
43
Violations
Total found
3
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✗ Worse than national average (+13.0%)
✓ Better than national average (-11.5%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/02/2026 | SD | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 12/16/2025 | KS | Walk-Around | 8 | ✓ |
| 09/02/2025 | SD | Walk-Around | 7 | 3 |
| 07/30/2025 | IA | Driver Only | 6 | ✓ |
| 05/15/2025 | KS | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 05/15/2025 | KS | Walk-Around | 2 | ✓ |
| 03/17/2025 | IA | Driver Only | 3 | ✓ |
| 02/25/2025 | IA | Driver Only | 7 | ✓ |
| 07/01/2024 | SD | Driver Only | 3 | ✓ |
| 06/04/2024 | IA | Driver Only | 5 | ✓ |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
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-ZZ2547 | $750,000 | 06/10/2025 |
View Insurance History (5 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-ZZ2547 | 03/24/2025 | 06/10/2025 | CANCEL | |
| FARM BUREAU PROPERY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO | CPP6046413 | 03/08/2021 | 04/25/2021 | CANCEL | |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-QR9VD0 | 03/24/2025 | 03/24/2025 | TERM/REPL | |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP69325A | 04/27/2021 | 03/24/2025 | TERM/REPL | |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-ZZ2547 | 03/24/2025 | 03/24/2025 | TERM/REPL |
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Crash History
1
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
1
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2025 | KS | Not Reported, KS | 0 | 0 | Yes |
Crash data from FMCSA. Does not include driver information per federal privacy requirements. View full crash report on FMCSA →
Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does THOMAS A ESKENS operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, THOMAS A ESKENS is inferred to operate: Reefer, Flatbed, Hopper / Grain and Livestock.
Is THOMAS A ESKENS's authority currently active?
THOMAS A ESKENS currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has THOMAS A ESKENS been in business?
THOMAS A ESKENS has been registered with the FMCSA since November 2015, making their authority approximately 10 years, 5 months old.
Where is THOMAS A ESKENS located?
THOMAS A ESKENS is physically located at 3217 AURORA ST, YANKTON, SD 57078.
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