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KEITH COOPER & SONS

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KEITH COOPER & SONS is a motor carrier based in AMES, Iowa, registered with FMCSA since 1999. With 12 power units and 11 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.

12
Power Units
11
Drivers
816257
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
KEITH COOPER & SONS
USDOT Number
816257
Entity Type
CARRIER
Address
909 BROOKRIDGE AVENUE
AMES, IA 50010
Carrier Operation
Intrastate Only (Non-Hazmat)
Last MCS-150 Update
July 18, 2025

Inspection Record

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

BASICs Safety Scores

Unsafe Driving0.36%
Crash IndicatorN/A
HOS Compliance0%
Vehicle Maintenance0%
Controlled Substances0%
Hazmat ComplianceN/A
Driver Fitness0%

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

Location

909 BROOKRIDGE AVENUE, AMES, IA 50010

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KEITH COOPER & SONS's USDOT number?
KEITH COOPER & SONS's USDOT number is 816257. The company is based in AMES, Iowa.
Is KEITH COOPER & SONS a safe trucking company?
KEITH COOPER & SONS 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 KEITH COOPER & SONS have?
KEITH COOPER & SONS operates 12 power units (trucks/commercial vehicles) and employs 11 drivers, according to their latest FMCSA filing.

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