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PLAISTED COMPANIES INC
Elk River, MN
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 560073 · MC 945715
Satisfactory
Active 10 yrs, 9 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-945715 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Western National Assurance Company
Safety
Satisfactory
5.6% OOS · 41 inspections on record
✓ No risk flags found on authority or insurance records
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 10 yrs, 9 mo
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 20.0% — below the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 0.0% — below the 5.5% national average
- 41 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC945715
Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) · $750,000 required
Insurance on File
WESTERN NATIONAL ASSURANCE COMPANY
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy 1199893
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
560073
MC Number
MC-945715
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
September 8, 2025
FMCSA Registration
April 14, 1994
Authority Granted
January 12, 2016
Annual Mileage
1,343,765 mi (2024)
Contact Information
Address
11555 205th Avenue Nw, Elk River, MN 55330
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Jackie Holler
Cargo Types
General FreightBuilding MaterialsMachinery/Large ObjectsDry BulkConstruction MaterialsOther Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
41
Driver Inspections
36
Vehicle Inspections
11
Out-of-Service Violations
1
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance19
Unsafe Driving8
Hours of Service3
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate0.0% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate20.0% · national avg 20.7%
✓ Below national average
5.6% of 18 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
14th percentile among carriers with 10–24 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
5 of 6 inspections
Unsafe Driving
5 of 21 inspections
Hours of Service
1 of 21 inspections
Driver Fitness
1 of 21 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 21 inspections
Crash History (1)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
1
Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
1
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 7, 2025 | MN | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
MN25
ND2
SD2
WI1
Fleet & Equipment (39)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~19
of 39 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~20
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
12
Dump
7
Semi-trailer
7
Truck
4
Chassis / Incomplete
3
Grain / Hopper
2
Trailer (type not listed)
2
Agricultural Trailer
1
Full Trailer
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH4JN998324 | 4 | — |
| 2013 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH7DN149518 | 4 | — |
| East Dump | Semi-trailer | 1E1D2S387YRG27477 | 3 | — |
| 2005 J-craft | Trailer (type not listed) · 14 ft | 1J9PB14375K286013 | 2 | — |
| 2006 Peterbilt 379 | Truck · Class 8 | 1NP5LU0X36N875482 | 2 | — |
| 2000 Peterbilt 379 | Truck · Class 8 | 1NP5LU9X6YN544806 | 2 | — |
| 2017 Trail King Industries | Agricultural Trailer · 53 ft | 1TKN05324HW072515 | 2 | — |
| 2012 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH0CN549340 | 2 | 1 |
| 2020 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EHXLN220195 | 2 | — |
| 2014 Volvo Truck VHD | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 8 | 4V5KC9DG6EN157084 | 2 | — |
Show all 39 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Mac Trailer Manufacturing | Dump · 34 ft | 5MADN3436KC048587 | 2 | — |
| Mtc | Semi-trailer | 1563101 | 1 | — |
| 2017 Douglas Holding Llc | Dump · 42 ft | 1D9FS4428HC688022 | 1 | — |
| Unknown | Semi-trailer | 1DZTA452XJG117571 | 1 | — |
| 2028 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 36 ft | 1E1D2S381WRD25260 | 1 | — |
| 2003 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 36 ft | 1E1D2S3863RG32421 | 1 | — |
| 2003 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 36 ft | 1E1D2S3883RG32422 | 1 | — |
| East Dump | Semi-trailer | 1E1D2S389YRE23750 | 1 | — |
| East Dump | Semi-trailer | 1E1D2S38XYRH27279 | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 Ford F-550 | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 5 | 1FDUF5HT0EEA34652 | 1 | — |
| 2005 J-craft | Trailer (type not listed) · 14 ft | 1J9PB14395K286014 | 1 | — |
| Unknown | Full Trailer | 1J9PD1434YK222011 | 1 | — |
| Polar Mfg. | Semi-trailer | 1M9PT9A22YH355997 | 1 | — |
| 2005 Peterbilt 379 | Truck · Class 8 | 1NP5LU0X35N853352 | 1 | — |
| 2006 Peterbilt 379 | Truck · Class 8 | 1NP5LU9X46D875483 | 1 | — |
| 1993 Wilkens Manufacturing | Grain / Hopper · 48 ft | 1W92M4825PS077474 | 1 | — |
| 1992 Wilkens Manufacturing | Grain / Hopper · 53 ft | 1W92M5322NS077264 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Kenworth T880 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKZD79X3GJ130352 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Kenworth T880 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKZDP9X4GJ135138 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Kenworth T880 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKZP40X5PJ250799 | 1 | — |
| 2000 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DU9X0YN518589 | 1 | — |
| 2015 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH1FN910921 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EHXGN953428 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9DH1JN894167 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH5LN220220 | 1 | — |
| 2022 Volvo Truck VHD | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 8 | 4V5KC9EH1NN292206 | 1 | — |
| 2017 Mac Trailer Manufacturing | Dump · 34 ft | 5MADA3430HC039209 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Mac Trailer Manufacturing | Dump · 34 ft | 5MADN3439GC036005 | 1 | — |
| Unknown | Semi-trailer | JCPT97143TB974975 | 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 (41)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 7, 2026 | 5450003648 | VALLEY SPRINGS SD | III | 2 | — | SELF | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT MACK TRAIL |
1XP5DU9X3VN435895 5MADN4025FC031255 |
MN PAU0048 MN 3849STY |
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA1 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 1-2500 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| October 2, 2026 | 1670001078 | SAGINAW MN | III | 3 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK UNPUBLISHE |
4V4NC9EH2EN180449 1W92M4820PS077477 |
MN PZA8158 MN 3010STZ |
| 392.2-SLLEWA1 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 1-2500 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWG1 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 1-2500 lbs over on allowable gross weight | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA1 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 1-2500 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| October 1, 2026 | 0191000915 | SAINT JOSEPH MN | III | 1 | — | — | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT J-CRAFT |
1NP5LU9X46D875483 1J9PB14375K286013 |
MN PRZ9746 MN CXT2219 |
| 395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| September 23, 2026 | 0025000990 | MEDINA MN | I | 3 | — | CARRIER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT MACK TRAIL |
1XP5DU9X3VN435895 5MADN4025FC031255 |
MN PAU0048 MN 3849STY |
| 396.3A1-TFCV | OOSTires - Front, in contact with a part of the vehicle | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.2-INAT | Driver- Inattentive or Distracted Driving | Dangerous Driving | ||||||||
| September 23, 2026 | 0051001048 | ROGERS MN | III | 1 | — | PARK CONSTRUCTION | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK EAST MANUFACTURING CORP. |
4V4NC9EHXGN953428 1E1D2S3863RG32421 |
MN PAU8611 MN STF6559 |
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| September 22, 2026 | 1618001128 | CLARKS GROVE MN | III | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK MAC |
4V4NC9EH7DN149518 5MADN353XLW054388 |
MN PAN9583 MN STC9888 |
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| September 17, 2026 | 2637001826 | HUDSON WI | II | 1 | — | SELF | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT J-CRAFT |
1NP5LU9X46D875483 1J9PB14375K286013 |
MN PRZ9746 MN CXT2219 |
| 392.2-SLLEWA1 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 1-2500 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| September 3, 2026 | 411G000013 | IA, IA | II | — | — | PLAISTED COMPANIES | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK EAST DUMP |
4V4NC9EH0CN549340 1E1D2S388ER051373 |
MN PZB4720 MN 3009STZ |
| July 9, 2026 | 0351000955 | ONAMIA MN | II | 1 | — | CARRIER | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT J-CRAFT |
1NP5LU0X36N875482 1J9PB14375K286013 |
MN 6571PRA MN CXT2219 |
| 393.9A-HLLH | Lighting - Headlamp(s) fail to operate on low and high beam | Lighting | ||||||||
| May 13, 2026 | 1670000918 | SAGINAW MN | III | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK EAST DUMP |
4V4NC9EH4JN998324 1E1D2S387YRG27477 |
MN PAR4445 MN STF6558 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| PEAT INC | 2 | November 13, 2024 |
| PARK CONSTRUCTION | 1 | September 23, 2026 |
| ENTERPIRSE PRODUCTS | 1 | May 29, 2025 |
| COTTONWOOD GOLF COURSE | 1 | May 13, 2025 |
| LAKES GAS COMPANY | 1 | December 23, 2024 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| March 14, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| March 3, 2023 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| January 12, 2016 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
| January 12, 2016 | Active GRANTED | Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| March 1, 2023 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
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