Barr-Nunn Transportation LLC
USDOT 261978 · MC-178033 · Granger, Iowa · Interstate for-hire carrier · 500–999 power units
Barr-Nunn Transportation LLC is a corporation based in Granger, Iowa, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 629 power units and 663 drivers, which ranks it #11 by fleet size among 165 active for-hire carriers with 50+ power units headquartered in Iowa. In the 24 months to Sep 24, 2026 its trucks were inspected 534 times – about 0.8 inspections per power unit. 13.4% of vehicle inspections and 0.9% of driver inspections ended with an out-of-service order, against 17.8% and 1.4% for carriers of the same size nationally. FMCSA records 63 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (19 injuries, 2 fatalities, 62 tow-away), or 10.0 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, building materials, beverages, paper products, construction.
Registration and contact
| Legal name | Barr-Nunn Transportation LLC |
|---|---|
| DBA name | — |
| USDOT number | 261978 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-178033 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Physical address | 1803 Burr Oak Blvd, Granger, IA 50109 |
| Phone | (515) 999-2525 |
| First registered | Jul 15, 1985 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Aug 28, 2025 |
| Hazmat carrier | Yes |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 261978.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 626 | 3 | 0 |
| Trailers | 2,065 | 0 | 0 |
- 1.05 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 3.3 trailers per tractor – a drop-and-hook style trailer pool.
- 56,850,000 miles reported for 2025 – about 90,382 miles per power unit vs a 40,696 median for 500–999-unit fleets.
- 100% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 663 CDL drivers; 663 drivers operate interstate beyond 100 miles, 0 within 100 miles.
Safety record
Roadside inspections Sep 25, 2024 – Sep 24, 2026; crashes Nov 1, 2024 – Oct 31, 2026. Benchmarks: 500–999-unit for-hire carriers nationally (334) and Iowa carriers with 50+ units (165).
| Measure | Barr-Nunn Transportation LLC | Same size, US | IA average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 13.4% | 17.8% | 19.3% | 25% lower than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 0.9% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 32% lower than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 10.0 | 4.2 | 4.7 | 138% higher than average |
| Inspections | 534 | 534 with a driver check, 246 with a vehicle check, 140 BASIC violations recorded, 11 hazmat-related | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Satisfactory (rated Aug 13, 2010) | |||
Cargo carried
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Other carriers near Granger
| Carrier | City | Power units | Drivers | Inspections (24 mo) | Vehicle OOS | Crashes (24 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Force Transportation Inc USDOT 3176162 | Johnston | 105 | 105 | 238 | 42.5% | 11 |
| Omg Midwest Inc USDOT 1718041 | Johnston | 88 | 81 | 20 | 50.0% | 3 |
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Barr-Nunn Transportation LLC?
Barr-Nunn Transportation LLC is registered with USDOT number 261978 and operating authority MC-178033.
How many trucks does Barr-Nunn Transportation LLC have?
It reports 629 power units (629 tractors, 0 straight trucks) and 2,065 trailers, with 663 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Aug 28, 2025).
Where is Barr-Nunn Transportation LLC located?
Its registered physical address is in Granger, Iowa 50109.
What is the out-of-service rate of Barr-Nunn Transportation LLC?
Over 24 months, 13.4% of vehicle inspections and 0.9% of driver inspections resulted in an out-of-service order (same-size national average: 17.8% vehicle, 1.4% 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.