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BARNES INC

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BARNES INC (USDOT 1048841) is a MADISON, Wisconsin-based motor carrier with 24+ years of FMCSA-registered operations. With 78 power units and 78 drivers, the company operates as a smaller fleet carrier. Their vehicle out-of-service rate of 0.0% is below the national average of 20.7%, suggesting relatively well-maintained equipment. The carrier has only 0% of required liability insurance on file — a coverage gap of $750K. Our composite safety score rates this carrier at 65/100, indicating a mixed safety profile that warrants closer review.

78
Power Units
78
Drivers
1048841
USDOT #
65/100
Safety Score
⚠️

Insurance Coverage Gap

This carrier has $0 in liability insurance on file but $750K is required — a shortfall of $750K (0% of required coverage).

Company Details

Legal Name
BARNES INC
USDOT Number
1048841
Entity Type
CARRIER
Address
6433 NESBITT ROAD
MADISON, WI 53719
Carrier Operation
Intrastate Only (Non-Hazmat)
Last MCS-150 Update
January 14, 2026

Inspection Record

TypeTotalOOSRateNat'l Avg
Vehicle100.0%20.7%
Driver100.0%5.5%
Hazmat000.0%4.5%

BASICs Safety Scores

Unsafe Driving1.38%
Crash IndicatorN/A
HOS Compliance0%
Vehicle Maintenance7.44%
Controlled Substances0%
Hazmat ComplianceN/A
Driver Fitness0%

Higher percentile = worse safety performance. Scores above 75% may trigger FMCSA intervention.

Location

6433 NESBITT ROAD, MADISON, WI 53719

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BARNES INC's USDOT number?
BARNES INC's USDOT number is 1048841. The company is based in MADISON, Wisconsin.
Is BARNES INC a safe trucking company?
BARNES INC has not received a formal safety rating from FMCSA. The company has had 1 vehicle inspections with a 0.0% out-of-service rate (national average: 20.7%).
How many trucks does BARNES INC have?
BARNES INC operates 78 power units (trucks/commercial vehicles) and employs 78 drivers, according to their latest FMCSA filing.

Source: FMCSA Safety and Fitness Electronic Records (SAFER) System