Van Meter INC
148
Power Units
187
Drivers
Est. 1997 (29 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
VAN METER INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since March 1997. Based in CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Flatbed and Hopper / Grain.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and fleet composition data, Van Meter INC appears to operate the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 117 | 0 | 0 | 117 |
| Tractors | 31 | 0 | 0 | 31 |
| Trailers | 74 | 0 | 0 | 74 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Van Meter INC is authorized to transport the following 3 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 116
MCS-150 Mileage: 5,300,000 miles (2024)
Driver Information
187
Total Drivers
116
CDL Drivers
187
Interstate Drivers
Dispatch Services in IA
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Safety Performance
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
65
Inspections
24 months
45
Violations
Total found
5
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.0%)
✓ Better than national average (-13.8%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/21/2026 | OK | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 03/25/2026 | CO | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/27/2026 | IA | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/23/2026 | MO | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/05/2026 | WI | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 01/27/2026 | WI | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 01/05/2026 | KS | Full | 1 | ✓ |
| 01/05/2026 | SD | Full | 2 | ✓ |
| 12/30/2025 | MS | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 12/18/2025 | KS | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 12/12/2025 | MO | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 12/12/2025 | MO | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 12/10/2025 | NE | Full | 1 | ✓ |
| 11/11/2025 | KS | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 11/05/2025 | MS | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
Showing 15 of 65 inspections.
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Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$750,000
ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | BAP 6800465 | $750,000 | 01/01/2022 |
View Insurance History (2 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP 6800465 | 01/01/2019 | 01/01/2022 | TERM/REPL | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP 6800465 | 01/01/2019 | 01/01/2019 | TERM/REPL |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does VAN METER INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, VAN METER INC is inferred to operate: Flatbed and Hopper / Grain.
Is VAN METER INC's authority currently active?
VAN METER INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has VAN METER INC been in business?
VAN METER INC has been registered with the FMCSA since March 1997, making their authority approximately 29 years, 1 month old.
Where is VAN METER INC located?
VAN METER INC is physically located at 850 32ND AVE SW, CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52404.
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