Purple Squirrel · FMCSA Background Report
GERDES TRANSFER INC
DOT 6347 · MC 176954 · Carrier
Report DateAugust 18, 2026
⚠️CAUTION — flags found, review before proceeding
Always call back on the FMCSA-registered number (402-332-4772) — not the number that contacted you. Scammers impersonate legitimate carriers and brokers.
Company Information
Legal NameGERDES TRANSFER INC
Registered Since06/01/1974
Entity TypeCarrier
Registered Address16305 S HWY 31, GRETNA, NE, 68028
Phone402-332-4772
Email on Filegerdestrans@aim.com
Company OfficerRONALD W GERDES
MCS-150 Filed05/23/2020
Risk Assessment
MCS-150 last filed 6+ years ago — may be inactive
Authority held for 52.3 years
Active FMCSA authority: Authorized to operate
Authority & Licensing
Docket NumberMC176954
Broker AuthorityNone
Common CarrierNone
Contract CarrierNone
Insurance & Bond Filings
| Type | Company | Policy # | Coverage | Effective | Status |
|---|
| BIPD/Primary |
EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. |
4E84963 |
$750,000 |
08/06/2014 |
Cancelled 04/15/2022 |
| BIPD/Primary |
EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. |
4E8-49-63 |
$750,000 |
01/03/2013 |
Replaced 08/06/2014 |
| BIPD/Primary |
CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. |
MCP2965831C |
$750,000 |
01/03/2012 |
Replaced 01/03/2013 |
| BIPD/Primary |
CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. |
MCP2861659(U) |
$750,000 |
01/03/2011 |
Replaced 01/03/2011 |
| BIPD/Primary |
CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. |
MCP2915067 |
$750,000 |
01/03/2011 |
Cancelled 01/03/2012 |
| BIPD/Primary |
CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. |
MCP2861659(U) |
$750,000 |
01/03/2010 |
Replaced 01/03/2011 |
| CARGO |
CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. |
MCP2397947(U) |
$750,000 |
12/04/2007 |
Cancelled 01/04/2008 |
| BIPD/Primary |
CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. |
MCP2397947(U) |
$750,000 |
12/04/2007 |
Replaced 01/03/2010 |
| CARGO |
CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. |
MCP2397947(U) |
$750,000 |
01/03/2004 |
Cancelled 01/08/2007 |
| BIPD/Primary |
CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. |
MCP2397947(U) |
$750,000 |
01/03/2004 |
Replaced 12/04/2007 |
| CARGO |
CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. |
9N179 |
$750,000 |
12/31/1995 |
Replaced 01/03/2004 |
| BIPD/Primary |
CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. |
CIP9N17921 |
$750,000 |
01/01/1985 |
Replaced 01/03/2004 |
Fleet & Safety
Power Units1
Drivers1
Annual Mileage50,000 mi
Safety RatingS (2008-06-13)
Cargo Carried
General Freight, Grain, Feed, Hay
US Inspections (24 months)
| Inspections | Out of Service | Out of Service % |
|---|
| 0 |
0 |
0% |
US Crashes (24 months)
| Fatal | Injury | Tow | Total |
|---|
| 0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Other Companies at This Address
No other FMCSA-registered entities found at this address — clean address signal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is GERDES TRANSFER INC authorized to operate?
GERDES TRANSFER INC (DOT 6347, MC 176954) is on file with FMCSA. Current status: CAUTION — flags found, review before proceeding.
Is GERDES TRANSFER INC safe to book a load with?
FMCSA's official safety rating is "S". This report also checks insurance, authority history, and other risk signals FMCSA's rating alone won't show you.
What is GERDES TRANSFER INC's DOT number?
GERDES TRANSFER INC's FMCSA identifiers: DOT 6347, MC 176954.
How do I contact GERDES TRANSFER INC?
The phone number on file with FMCSA is 402-332-4772.