Western States Equipment Co
USDOT 12403 · MC-431755 · Meridian, Idaho · Interstate for-hire carrier · 250–499 power units
Western States Equipment Co is a corporation based in Meridian, Idaho, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (private property, authorized for hire). It reports 488 power units and 1,005 drivers, which ranks it #3 by fleet size among 70 active for-hire carriers with 50+ power units headquartered in Idaho. In the 24 months to Sep 24, 2026 its trucks were inspected 114 times – about 0.2 inspections per power unit. 29.0% of vehicle inspections and 1.8% of driver inspections ended with an out-of-service order, against 18.3% and 2.0% for carriers of the same size nationally. FMCSA records 1 reportable crash in the last 24 months (0 injuries, 0 fatalities, 1 tow-away), or 0.2 per 100 power units versus 4.2 for its size band. Crash counts in FMCSA data do not indicate fault. Its registered cargo types are general freight, motor vehicles, building materials, machinery, large objects, construction.
Registration and contact
| Legal name | Western States Equipment Co |
|---|---|
| DBA name | — |
| USDOT number | 12403 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-431755 |
| Entity type | Private Property, Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Physical address | 500 E Overland Rd, Meridian, ID 83642 |
| Phone | (208) 884-2287 |
| First registered | Jun 1, 1974 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Jan 8, 2026 |
| Hazmat carrier | Yes |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 12403.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 466 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 15 | 7 | 0 |
| Trailers | 54 | 0 | 0 |
- 2.06 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99) – suggests team driving, slip-seating or multiple shifts.
- 2.5 trailers per tractor – a drop-and-hook style trailer pool.
- 7,341,000 miles reported for 2025 – about 15,043 miles per power unit vs a 41,335 median for 250–499-unit fleets.
- 99% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 148 CDL drivers; 15 drivers operate interstate beyond 100 miles, 200 within 100 miles.
Safety record
Roadside inspections Sep 25, 2024 – Sep 24, 2026; crashes Nov 1, 2024 – Oct 31, 2026. Benchmarks: 250–499-unit for-hire carriers nationally (792) and Idaho carriers with 50+ units (70).
| Measure | Western States Equipment Co | Same size, US | ID average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 29.0% | 18.3% | 15.9% | 58% higher than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 1.8% | 2.0% | 1.7% | 13% lower than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 0.2 | 4.2 | 3.3 | 95% lower than average |
| Inspections | 114 | 114 with a driver check, 69 with a vehicle check, 87 BASIC violations recorded, 3 hazmat-related | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Satisfactory (rated Apr 14, 2003) | |||
Cargo carried
Less common in this directory: motor vehicles (873 of 5,000 carriers).
Similar carriers in Idaho
Closest fleet size and cargo mix among Idaho carriers in this directory.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Concrete and Asphalt Company USDOT 369276 | Rathdrum | 507 | 507 | 83 | 45.5% | 5 |
| Knife River Corporation - Mountain West USDOT 3111936 | Boise | 374 | 275 | 21 | 46.2% | 7 |
| Boise Cascade Building Materials Distribution LLC USDOT 1709260 | Boise | 402 | 312 | 364 | 17.9% | 18 |
| Woodgrain Transportation LLC USDOT 3421234 | Fruitland | 366 | 285 | 438 | 17.5% | 17 |
| Coleman Oil Company LLC USDOT 253466 | Lewiston | 563 | 249 | 130 | 9.9% | 5 |
| Atlantic Union Express Inc USDOT 4019066 | Meridian | 402 | 402 | 16 | 30.0% | 1 |
Other carriers near Meridian
| Carrier | City | Power units | Drivers | Inspections (24 mo) | Vehicle OOS | Crashes (24 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Line Delivery Systems Inc USDOT 887550 | Meridian | 206 | 203 | 132 | 20.2% | 9 |
| Jackson Energy Logistics LLC USDOT 3797733 | Meridian | 184 | 185 | 216 | 6.3% | 14 |
| Valley Wide Cooperative Inc USDOT 217694 | Nampa | 146 | 94 | 95 | 15.4% | 2 |
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Western States Equipment Co?
Western States Equipment Co is registered with USDOT number 12403 and operating authority MC-431755.
How many trucks does Western States Equipment Co have?
It reports 488 power units (22 tractors, 466 straight trucks) and 54 trailers, with 1,005 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Jan 8, 2026).
Where is Western States Equipment Co located?
Its registered physical address is in Meridian, Idaho 83642.
What is the out-of-service rate of Western States Equipment Co?
Over 24 months, 29.0% of vehicle inspections and 1.8% of driver inspections resulted in an out-of-service order (same-size national average: 18.3% vehicle, 2.0% driver).
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Source: FMCSA Company Census File, SMS inspection file and Crash File (data.transportation.gov), refreshed 2026-11-04. Figures are as reported to FMCSA and may lag. How we calculate these numbers. Spotted an error? Carriers update their record with FMCSA via the MCS-150 form; see corrections.