NORDQUIST TRUCKING INC
40-unit refrigerated (reefer) carrier based in Almena, WI. Current peer-cohort grade: A (strong).
- USDOT
- 292176
- MC
- MC305523
- Based
- Almena, WI
- Contact
- 7153573286 · lonnie@nordquisttrucking.com
What this carrier is
Hauling general freight, meat, dry bulk commodities, refrigerated food, beverages, paper products, and farm supplies, NORDQUIST TRUCKING INC operates as a mid-sized-fleet refrigerated (reefer) carrier from Almena, WI. 40 power units, 46 drivers. The carrier runs over-the-road lanes and holds active MC305523 authority. FMCSA safety rating on file: Satisfactory (May 31, 2017).
Fleet composition on file: 33 owned tractors, 56 owned trailers, 4 term-leased tractors, 5 term-leased trailers, 3 trip-leased tractors.
For shippers and brokers: this carrier reads as low-risk on peer-cohort measures with no acute or critical flags in the current window.
At a glance
Safety record
Grade shown here is ProHRHQ analysis based on public FMCSA data. It is not an official FMCSA safety rating. The authoritative federal record is on FMCSA SAFER/SMS.
Current peer-cohort snapshot based on public FMCSA BASIC measures. Peer cohort: 1,597 motor carriers operating 40 power units.
No acute or critical violation flags in the current review window.
The strongest signal is Driver Fitness at 0.0% of peer cohort average — well under norm. Combined with a clean acute-flag picture, that supports the A grade. Main caution: nothing stands out as disqualifying on this record.
| BASIC | Carrier (3yr, weighted) | Cohort avg | vs. cohort | Acute |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | 25 | 22.54 | 110.9% | No |
| Hours-of-Service | 4 | 10.16 | 39.4% | No |
| Driver Fitness | 0 | 4.51 | 0.0% | No |
| Controlled Substances/Alcohol | 0 | 0.00 | 0.0% | No |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 39 | 75.76 | 51.5% | No |
| Hazmat | 0 | 1.01 | 0.0% | n/a |
Against similarly sized 40-power-unit peers, this carrier is below cohort average in Hours-of-Service, Driver Fitness, Controlled Substances/Alcohol, and Vehicle Maintenance.
Inspection and violation record
Last 3 years of public roadside history for USDOT 292176: 43 inspections across 8 states. Most recent inspection: Mar 18, 2026 in WI.
| BASIC | Violations (3 yr) |
|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | 25 |
| Hours-of-Service | 3 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 26 |
| Total violations | 54 (10 out-of-service) |
What this carrier likely fits
This is a refrigerated (reefer) carrier that runs over-the-road lanes, primarily interstate over 100 miles, at a mid-sized fleet scale, with general freight, meat, dry bulk commodities, and other listed classes on the FMCSA cargo classification list. Trailer-heavy fleet composition (61 trailers against 40 tractors) is consistent with drop-and-hook or dedicated lane operation.
Drawn from FMCSA-reported cargo classifications, route profile, and fleet composition. Not a substitute for direct confirmation of equipment and lane capability with the carrier.
Key takeaways
- Grade A (strong) against 1,597 peer carriers operating 40 power units.
- No acute or critical violation flags in the current review window.
- 28 inspections in the 24-month SMS window (2 vehicle OOS).
- Three-year public record: 54 violations.
- Driver Fitness is the strongest area — 0.0% of peer cohort average (well under norm).
- Operates as a mid-sized-fleet refrigerated (reefer) carrier running over-the-road lanes with 40 power units on file.
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