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JACOBSON TRANSPORT INC
Wahpeton, ND
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 490378 · MC 248236
Satisfactory
Active 9 yrs, 3 mo · first granted 1991
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-248236 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Great West Casualty Co
Safety
Satisfactory
16.1% OOS · 88 inspections on record
✓ No risk flags found on authority or insurance records
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active 9 yrs, 3 mo since reinstatement on July 19, 2017; first granted November 20, 1991 (34 yrs, 11 mo ago)
- Insurance on file: $5,000,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 32.1% — above the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 0.0% — below the 5.5% national average
- 88 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC248236
Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) · $750,000 required
Insurance on File
Great West Casualty Co
BI&PD · $5,000,000 · Policy GWL00773A
Old Republic Surety Company
Bond · $75,000 · Policy RLI2133738
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$5,000,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
490378
MC Number
MC-248236
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
October 6, 2026
FMCSA Registration
July 9, 1992
Authority First Granted
November 20, 1991
Authority Reinstated
July 19, 2017
Annual Mileage
2,448,761 mi (2024)
Contact Information
Address
924 4th Ave S, Wahpeton, ND 58075
Phone
Email
Website
Owner / Officer
Brandon Bulson
Cargo Types
Liquids/GasesGrain/FeedDry BulkRefrigerated FoodChemicalsMeatOther Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
88
Driver Inspections
61
Vehicle Inspections
43
Out-of-Service Violations
20
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance71
Unsafe Driving11
Hours of Service10
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate0.0% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate32.1% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (11.4pp higher)
16.1% of 56 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
49th percentile among carriers with 25–99 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
22 of 31 inspections
Unsafe Driving
9 of 59 inspections
Hours of Service
5 of 59 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 59 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 59 inspections
Crash History (3)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
3
Crashes
0
Fatalities
5
Injuries
3
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 21, 2026 | MN | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| April 21, 2026 | MN | — | 5 | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| July 1, 2025 | WI | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Dark - Not Lighted · Dry |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
SD35
MN17
ND11
IA2
MI2
Fleet & Equipment (67)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~30
of 69 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~37
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
29
Tank
23
Semi-trailer
7
Grain / Hopper
6
Dry Van
1
Not Applicable
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 44 ft | 1PMA1442941027438 | 5 | 1 |
| 2024 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9X4RJ342353 | 5 | — |
| 2025 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9X5SJ128347 | 5 | — |
| 2017 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9X8HJ167121 | 5 | 1 |
| 2023 Wilson | Grain / Hopper · 50 ft | 1W1K45031P2276695 | 4 | 2 |
| 2026 Wilson | Grain / Hopper · 51 ft | 1W1K85139T2279759 | 4 | 2 |
| Unknown | Semi-trailer | 1W9P14526AM350551 | 4 | — |
| 2022 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYD49X6NJ492098 | 4 | 3 |
| 2024 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9X1RJ339216 | 4 | — |
| 2011 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 44 ft | 1PMA14422B1037838 | 3 | — |
Show all 67 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 44 ft | 1PMKL4427S1168228 | 3 | — |
| 2026 Wilson | Grain / Hopper · 51 ft | 1W1K85135T2279760 | 3 | — |
| 2025 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9X9SJ128335 | 3 | 1 |
| 2024 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9XXRJ352854 | 3 | — |
| 2018 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH3JN999531 | 3 | 2 |
| 2017 Trinity Trailer Mfg., Inc. | Grain / Hopper · 50 ft | 1T9SC5033HB656209 | 2 | 1 |
| 2007 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS253X7U246511 | 2 | 1 |
| Wilson Tra | Semi-trailer | 1W18513A3L2273379 | 2 | — |
| 2017 Westmor Industries | Tank · 43 ft | 1W9P14326HM350062 | 2 | — |
| Westmor In | Semi-trailer | 1W9P14523AM350572 | 2 | — |
| 2025 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9X6SJ128339 | 2 | — |
| 2007 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5D49X57N689238 | 2 | — |
| 2001 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DB9X71D548284 | 2 | — |
| 2026 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X2TD778334 | 2 | — |
| 2002 International 9200i | Tractor · Class 8 | 2HSCEAHR82C043804 | 2 | — |
| 1999 International 9200 | Tractor · Class 8 | 2HSFMAMR3XC037390 | 2 | — |
| 2022 International RH613 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HCDWTZR7NL614138 | 2 | 1 |
| 2020 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH5LN232898 | 2 | — |
| 2020 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH8LN233995 | 2 | 1 |
| 2011 Brenner Tank | Tank | 10BFB7234BF0C4463 | 1 | 1 |
| Heil Co. | Semi-trailer | 190FA452X13F14260 | 1 | — |
| Peterbilt | Tractor | 1NPXGGGG40D246220 | 1 | — |
| 2007 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 43 ft | 1PMA1432271032714 | 1 | — |
| 2012 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 43 ft | 1PMA14327C1039815 | 1 | — |
| 2006 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 43 ft | 1PMA1432X61030207 | 1 | — |
| 2004 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 44 ft | 1PMA1442141027434 | 1 | — |
| 2006 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 44 ft | 1PMA1442161030210 | 1 | 1 |
| 2008 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 44 ft | 1PMA1442481033010 | 1 | — |
| 2011 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 44 ft | 1PMA14424B1037839 | 1 | — |
| 2006 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 44 ft | 1PMA1442561030209 | 1 | — |
| 2008 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 44 ft | 1PMA1442681033011 | 1 | — |
| 2008 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 44 ft | 1PMA1442881033012 | 1 | — |
| 2008 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 44 ft | 1PMA1442X81033013 | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 43 ft | 1PMKL4323S1168227 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 Trinity Trailer Mfg., Inc. | Grain / Hopper · 50 ft | 1T9SC5038HB656089 | 1 | 1 |
| Wilson Tra | Semi-trailer | 1W18513A1L2273378 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Wilson | Grain / Hopper · 51 ft | 1W1K85138R2278370 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Westmor Industries | Tank · 43 ft | 1W9P14325EM350498 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Westmor Industries | Tank · 43 ft | 1W9P14328EM350673 | 1 | — |
| 2027 Walker Stainless Equipment Co | Tank · 45 ft | 1W9S45213VN001995 | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9X2SJ128340 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Peterbilt 567 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPCDP9X1RD655685 | 1 | — |
| 2010 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X4AD106003 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH1LN233997 | 1 | — |
| 2022 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH1NN307079 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Volvo Truck VNR | Not Applicable · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH1NN307082 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH3LN233998 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH4KN205173 | 1 | — |
| 2022 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH4NN308677 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH6NN307076 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH7LN233311 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH8NN307077 | 1 | 1 |
| Walker Sta | Semi-trailer | 5WSABB230LN090209 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Wabash Tanks NON-DOT/TC Spec | Tank | 5WSABB232PN421274 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Wabash Tanks NON-DOT/TC Spec | Tank | 5WSABB234RN421764 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Walker NON-DOT/TC Spec | Tank | 5WSABB237LN092047 | 1 | — |
| Trinity Pr | Semi-trailer | 71029F | 1 | 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 (88)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 6, 2026 | 5110002194 | WILMOT SD | I | — | — | JACOBSON TRANSPORT INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO POLAR MFG. |
4V4WC9EHXNN307081 1PMA14320C1039817 |
ND 38298P ND T183992 |
| October 28, 2026 | 5110002176 | SISSETON SD | III | 2 | — | GLOBAL DAIRY LP | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK TRINITY PR |
4V4WC9EH4NN308677 1T9SC5032HB656167 |
ND 38724P ND T534389 |
| 395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA1 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 1-2500 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| October 27, 2026 | HP69000076 | KRANZBURG SD | III | 1 | — | N/A | Truck Tractor |
KENWORTH |
1XKYDP9XXRJ352854 |
ND 45678P |
| 392.2-SLLML | State/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane | Dangerous Driving | ||||||||
| September 29, 2026 | FT26000540 | MOORETON ND | II | 2 | — | CHS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH POLAR TANK TRAILER |
1XKYDP9X8HJ167121 1PMA1442X31026555 |
MN PZB1755 SD T184127 |
| 393.11A1-CSLRR | Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| September 25, 2026 | 5140002410 | SISSETON SD | II | 1 | 1 | CARGILL | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH WILSON |
1XKYPP9X3VJ249857 1W1K45031P2276695 |
ND 23996P ND T497406 |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| August 31, 2026 | FT26000530 | MOORETON ND | II | — | — | VALLEY PROCESS TECHNOLOGIES | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH HEIL CO., |
1XKYDP9X1RJ339216 190FA452X13F14260 |
ND 21315P ND T182898 |
| August 28, 2026 | HP16800608 | TORONTO SD | III | — | — | NA | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT POLAR TANK TRAILER |
1XP5D49X57N689238 1PMA1442141027434 |
ND 51502P ND T184124 |
| August 20, 2026 | 5060000573 | SISSETON SD | I | 4 | 1 | CARGILL INCORPORATED | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH WILSON |
1XKYDP9X9SJ128335 1W1K45031P2276695 |
ND 38946P ND T497406 |
| 396.3A1-BOS | OOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.47D2-BRMMCAD | Air Disc Brake - Rotor (disc) metal to metal contact | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.47D2-BRMMCAD | Air Disc Brake - Rotor (disc) metal to metal contact | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| August 18, 2026 | HP47000403 | WALCOTT ND | III | — | — | B2B TRANSPORTATION SERVICES | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK POLAR TANK TRAILER |
4V4WC9EH1NN307082 1PMA14422B1037838 |
ND 38788P ND T183999 |
| August 3, 2026 | 0568001128 | PELICAN RAPIDS MN | III | 2 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT WILSON |
1XPBDP9X2TD778334 1W1K85135T2279760 |
MN 49312P MN T597960 |
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLS2 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 2 | ||||||||
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 INCORPORATED | 11 | September 25, 2026 |
| MIDWEST AGRI COMMODITIES | 8 | June 6, 2026 |
| GLOBAL DAIRY LP | 3 | October 28, 2026 |
| CHS | 2 | September 29, 2026 |
| MIDWEST AG COMMODITIES | 2 | December 11, 2025 |
| LALLEMAND | 2 | March 29, 2025 |
| ADM | 2 | January 5, 2024 |
| VALLEY PROCESS TECHNOLOGIES | 1 | August 31, 2026 |
| B2B TRANSPORTATION SERVICES | 1 | August 18, 2026 |
| BLOOMING VALLEY | 1 | June 25, 2026 |
| MINN DAK FARMERS COOP | 1 | April 27, 2026 |
| WAUKON DAIRY | 1 | April 21, 2026 |
19 more shippers named at fewer inspections.
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| July 19, 2017 | REINSTATED | Contract Carrier |
| July 19, 2017 | Active REINSTATED | Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) |
| July 17, 2017 | REINSTATED | Contract Carrier |
| July 10, 2017 | REVOKED | Contract Carrier |
| June 9, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| June 6, 2016 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| July 1, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| June 4, 2015 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| June 18, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| June 4, 2014 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2017 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| October 1, 2013 | Broker's Surety Bond | On file |
| June 5, 2017 | CONTRACT | On Record |
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