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Clair Nelson

DBA: Nelson Farms

Authority InactiveInterstateClarinda, IA 51632
Updated 2026-05-29T12:34:25.215Z·By Sarah Chen, Lead Safety Analyst·Reviewed by James Rodriguez·Methodology v2.1

Clair Nelson has a fleet of 1 power units and 1 drivers. It does not hold for-hire operating authority and may operate as a private carrier. No roadside inspection history is on record.

Identity
Legal nameClair Nelson
DBANelson Farms
DOT #1408582
MC #MC548459
CityClarinda
StateIowa
ZIP51632
Authority age20.8y
StatusAuthority Inactive
Common authority⚠ Inactive
Contract authorityNot authorized
Broker authorityNot authorized
OperationInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
MCS-150 filed12/18/2025
Company officerClair Nelson
FMCSA SAFER →FMCSA Safety Scores (SMS) →
Fleet size
1
Power units
Drivers
1
Total drivers
Inspections
0
On record
Crashes
0
On record
OOS Rate
No inspections on record

Source: FMCSA compliance records, Truck Graph analysis. View methodology

Location

3243 280TH STREET, Clarinda, IA, 51632

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Inspection history

0 total inspections. OOS rate: N/A%. Showing last 5.

No inspection records found.

Source: FMCSA inspection records. View methodology

Crash history

0 crashes on record. Showing last 3.

No crash records found.

Source: FMCSA crash records. View methodology

Insurance status

Current insurance filing on record with FMCSA.

No active insurance filing found. Verify directly with carrier.

Source: FMCSA insurance filings. View methodology

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Authority timeline

Key events in this carrier's operating authority history.

Authority Granted
Aug 2005
FMCSA issued operating authority
INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
Mar 2026
License type: COMMON
Active
Current
Authority currently active

Source: FMCSA authority records and revocation orders. View methodology

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Frequently asked

Clair Nelson

Answers from verified compliance records.

Is Clair Nelson authorized to operate?

Clair Nelson's USDOT number is active but it does not hold operating authority for for-hire interstate operations. It may operate as a private carrier. Verify status before tendering.

What is Clair Nelson's safety record?

Clair Nelson does not have a substantial inspection history on record. This may indicate limited interstate operations.

How many trucks does Clair Nelson operate?

Clair Nelson operates 1 power units with approximately 1 drivers.

Is Clair Nelson insured?

Insurance filing details are not available in the current dataset. Verify directly with the carrier before tendering.

Has Clair Nelson had any risk indicators?

No risk indicators have been detected for Clair Nelson as of the most recent data sync.

What is the DOT number for Clair Nelson?

Clair Nelson's DOT number is 1408582 and MC number is MC548459. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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Sarah Chen
Lead Safety Analyst · 12 years freight intelligence
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James Rodriguez
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