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CHAMNESS TECHNOLOGY INC
Blairsburg, IA
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FMCSA status: Active registration · no operating authority · DOT 453490
Active
Satisfactory
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
No Active Authority
Common carrier
Insurance
Not Found
No coverage amount on file
Safety
Satisfactory
40.0% OOS · 13 inspections on record
✓ No risk flags found on authority or insurance records
Vetting notes
- Active FMCSA registration, but no active for-hire operating authority on record
- Registered with FMCSA as a private carrier — not registered to haul other companies' freight for hire
- No active insurance filing found on record
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 50.0% — above the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 0.0% — below the 5.5% national average
- 13 FMCSA inspections on record
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
453490
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Private (property)
MCS-150 Filed
June 4, 2025
FMCSA Registration
July 26, 1991
Annual Mileage
26 mi (2024)
Contact Information
Address
2255 Little Wall Lake Road, Blairsburg, IA 50034
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Gary Chamness
Cargo Types
General FreightMotor VehiclesMachinery/Large ObjectsLiquids/GasesDry BulkGarbage/RefuseOther Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
13
Driver Inspections
7
Vehicle Inspections
10
Out-of-Service Violations
19
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance71
Unsafe Driving1
Hours of Service0
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate0.0% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate50.0% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (29.3pp higher)
40.0% of 5 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
72nd percentile among carriers with 5–9 inspections (lower is better).
CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA roadside inspection records, not an FMCSA score.
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
2025
2024
Violation Rate by Category
Share of roadside inspections in FMCSA's rolling 24-month window that found a violation in each category. The individual violations are listed under each inspection in Inspection Details below. None of this is the basis of the safety rating, which comes from an on-site compliance review.
Vehicle Maintenance
4 of 4 inspections
Unsafe Driving
0 of 5 inspections
Hours of Service
0 of 5 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 5 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 5 inspections
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
KS9
IA1
Fleet & Equipment (14)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~8
of 17 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~6
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
7
Dump
3
Tank
2
Semi-trailer
1
Truck
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Brenner Tank | Tank | 10BFA7238AF0C2670 | 2 | 1 |
| 2004 Mack CX (Vision) | Tractor · Class 6 | 1M1AE06W44N017328 | 2 | 2 |
| 2007 International L9227 | Tractor · Class 8 | 2HSCEAHR37C365242 | 2 | 2 |
| 2010 Brenner Tank | Tank | 10BFA723XAF0C2671 | 1 | 1 |
| Wabo | Semi-trailer | 1B9103H01D1310076 | 1 | — |
| 1995 Ford LNT9000 | Truck · Class 8 | 1FDYW90L2SVA61612 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Mack CXU (Pinnacle) | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AW09Y1EM040454 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Mack CXU (Pinnacle) | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AW09Y7EM040359 | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 Smithco Manufacturing | Dump · 42 ft | 1S9SS4221DL476780 | 1 | 1 |
| 2010 Smithco Manufacturing | Dump · 42 ft | 1S9SS4225AL476485 | 1 | — |
Show all 14 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Smithco Manufacturing | Dump · 42 ft | 1S9SS4229AL476487 | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 International L9227 | Tractor · Class 8 | 2HSCEAHR06C221968 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJGEDV6KSKP3784 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJGEDV8KSKP3799 | 1 | — |
A vehicle appearing here was recorded in an inspection — it is not proof the carrier still operates it today.
Inspection Details
Each roadside inspection with its violations
Inspection Records (13)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 28, 2026 | 0450000648 | DODGE CITY KS | I | 12 | 3 | — | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER BRENNER TANK |
3AKJGEDV6KSKP3784 10BFA723XAF0C2671 |
IA FZ4309 IA DF3390 |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.100B-C | OOSCargo - Cargo not secured to prevent leaking/spilling/blowing/falling from CMV | Improper Load Securement | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-BHTD | OOSAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-CSURR | Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, upper rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.55E-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.205C-WRAWFLMIB | Wheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken. | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| 393.205C-WRAWFLMIB | Wheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken. | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| 393.11B-CSLRR | Conspicuity Systems - Trailers, lower rear retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 1993 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.203E-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab front bumper missing/not secured/protruding | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 393.53B-B | Air Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.11B-CSURR | Conspicuity Systems - Trailers, upper rear retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 1993 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| July 25, 2026 | HP04420582 | KS, KS | II | 2 | 1 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL SMITHCO MANUFACTURING |
2HSCEAHR37C365242 1S9SS4221DL476780 |
IA FV4442 IA DA6585 |
| 393.9A-LSLIWR | OOSLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| March 30, 2026 | 000P14HZM3 | I-80 EB REST AREA, IA | III | 2 | — | CHAMNESS TECHNOLOGY INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER WABO |
3AKJGEDV8KSKP3799 1B9103H01D1310076 |
IA FZ6868 IA LR6521 |
| 392.2RG | State vehicle registration or License Plate violation | |||||||||
| 396.17C | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| March 11, 2026 | 0194000008 | DODGE CITY KS | II | 6 | 1 | CHAMNESS | Straight Truck |
MACK |
1M1AE06W44N017328 |
KS 288PBE |
| 393.100B-C | OOSCargo - Cargo not secured to prevent leaking/spilling/blowing/falling from CMV | Improper Load Securement | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LBL | Lighting - Backup lamp inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIRP | State/Local Laws - IRP apportioned tag or registration violation | |||||||||
| 392.7A-D | Driver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection or make use of required parts and accessories | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| July 19, 2025 | HP92453289 | FORD COUNTY - 057, KS | II | 2 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
MACK SMITHCO MANUFACTURING |
1M1AW09Y1EM040454 1S9SS4225AL476485 |
IA FT9869 IA DE7579 |
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth | Tires | ||||||||
| April 8, 2025 | HP92603448 | KINGMAN CO, KS | II | 1 | — | N/A | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER BRENNER TANK |
3AKJGEDV6KSKP3784 10BFA7238AF0C2670 |
IA FZ4309 IA DE7581 |
| 393.11A1-CSURR | Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, upper rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| July 30, 2024 | HP04502774 | FORD COUNTY - 057, KS | I | 14 | 5 | — | Straight Truck |
MACK |
1M1AE06W44N017328 |
KS 288PBE |
| 393.75A3 | OOSTire-flat and/or audible air leak | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.75A3 | OOSTire-flat and/or audible air leak | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.75G-LOAD | OOSWeight carried exceeds tire load limit | Tire vs. Load | ||||||||
| 393.75G-LOAD | OOSWeight carried exceeds tire load limit | Tire vs. Load | ||||||||
| 396.3A1BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 393.95A | No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 392.2RG | State vehicle registration or License Plate violation | |||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.53B | CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45DLUV | Brake Connections with Leaks Under Vehicle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.7A | Driver failing to conduct pre-trip inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| July 22, 2024 | HP04502716 | FORD COUNTY - 057, KS | III | 1 | — | CARGILL | Straight Truck |
FORD |
1FDYW90L2SVA61612 |
KS 2351ACZ |
| 392.16 | Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV | Seat Belt | ||||||||
| July 2, 2024 | HP01650405 | GRAY COUNTY - 069, KS | II | 3 | 1 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL SMITHCO MANUFACTURING |
2HSCEAHR06C221968 1S9SS4229AL476487 |
IA FJ3046 IA FH9085 |
| 393.75A | OOSFlat tire or fabric exposed | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.95A | No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| May 31, 2024 | HP04502544 | FORD COUNTY - 057, KS | I | 8 | 2 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL BRENNER TANK |
2HSCEAHR37C365242 10BFA723XAF0C2671 |
IA FV4442 IA DF3390 |
| 393.45B2 | OOSBrake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45D | OOSBrake connections with leaks or constrictions | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.95A | No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.9H | Inoperable head lamps | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45DLUV | Brake Connections with Leaks Under Vehicle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.11RT | Retroreflective material not affixed as required for trailers manufactured after December 1993 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
Shippers Seen at Inspections
Shipper names recorded by roadside inspectors over roughly the last three years. Only inspected loads appear, so this is a sample of who the carrier hauls for, not a complete customer list. Names are as entered at the roadside; blanks and placeholders such as “N/A” or “same as carrier” are left out.
| Shipper | Inspections | Most recent |
|---|---|---|
| CARGILL | 1 | July 22, 2024 |
| CARGIL | 1 | May 23, 2024 |
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