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Matthew Nilges Trucking
DOT 1005091 · MC MC483344 · Elma, IA
Report generated: June 4, 2026 at 7:30 AM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✓Safety record clean?
✓No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Matthew Nilges Trucking (DOT 1005091, MC MC483344) is a Iowa-based interstate carrier headquartered in Elma, IA. As of June 4, 2026 at 7:30 AM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 1 risk signal on this carrier, including: unusually high carrier network activity. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Caution" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 4, 2026 at 7:30 AM.

Contract Authority
FMCSA Public Record
Matt Nilges
Operating as: Matthew Nilges Trucking
DOT Number1005091
MC NumberMC483344
Street17637 PINE AVE
City / StateElma, IA 50628
Phone3192406528
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age24 yr 3 mo
MCS-150 filed03/31/2026
Company officerMatthew Nilges
Power units2
Total drivers2
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)Not authorized
Contract (for-hire)✓ Active
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Unusually high carrier network activity
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
OOS rate 0.0% vs. national avg 22.26% — below average
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Power Units
2
Fleet
Drivers
2
Total
Inspections
1
On record
Crashes
0
On record
OOS Rate
0.0%
↓ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
24 yr 3 mo
Since 2002
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
1 insp (100%)
Unsafe Driving
1 insp (100%)
Driver Fitness
1 insp (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
1 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Controlled Substances
1 insp (100%)
Inspection History
1 total · OOS rate 0.0%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
8/19/2024IAII00Pass
Crash History
0 total on record

No crash records on file.

Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$750,000
Effective
12/26/2024
Location
17637 PINE AVE, Elma, IA, 50628 · Open in Maps →
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Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedFeb 2002
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matt Nilges authorized to operate?

Yes. Matt Nilges holds Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is Matt Nilges's safety record?

Matt Nilges has 1 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 0.0%. Crash history shows 0 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Matt Nilges operate?

Matt Nilges operates 2 power units with approximately 2 drivers.

Is Matt Nilges insured?

Matt Nilges has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Matt Nilges had any risk indicators?

Matt Nilges has a risk score of 15/100 (Monitor) with 1 active risk signal. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for Matt Nilges?

Matt Nilges's DOT number is 1005091 and MC number is MC483344. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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Truck Graph. (2026). Matthew Nilges Trucking Safety Record, DOT 1005091. Retrieved from https://truckgraph.com/carriers/1005091
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