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Carrier Profile · DOT 166182

Nelson INC

For-Hire CommonFor-Hire ContractInterstateDeerwood, MN 56444
Updated 2026-05-30T07:30:11.684Z·By Sarah Chen, Lead Safety Analyst·Reviewed by James Rodriguez·Methodology v2.1

Nelson INC has operated for 52.0y with a fleet of 10 power units and 10 drivers under Common and Contract authority. The company has recorded 8 roadside inspections in its operating history.

Identity
Legal nameNelson INC
DBA
DOT #166182
MC #MC138796
CityDeerwood
StateMinnesota
ZIP56444
Authority age52.0y
StatusActive
Common authority✓ Authorized
Contract authority✓ Authorized
Broker authorityNot authorized
OperationInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
MCS-150 filed10/09/2025
Company officerJosh Johnson
FMCSA SAFER →FMCSA Safety Scores (SMS) →
Fleet size
10
Power units
Drivers
10
Total drivers
Inspections
8
On record
Crashes
10
On record
OOS Rate
0.0%
Better than national avg (22.26%)

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

Location

23577 FOREST ROAD, Deerwood, MN, 56444

23577 FOREST ROAD, DEERWOOD, MN, 56444Open in Maps →

Inspection history

8 total inspections. OOS rate: 0.0%. Showing last 5.

DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOS
5/21/2025MN300
5/21/2024NE300
3/18/2025AR300
4/18/2025MT300
1/16/2026NE300

Source: FMCSA inspection records. View methodology

Crash history

10 crashes on record. Showing last 3.

DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
NE01Y
GA00Y
GA00Y

Source: FMCSA crash records. View methodology

Insurance status

Current insurance filing on record with FMCSA.

Status
Active
Insurer
NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage
$750,000
Effective
11/1/2018

Source: FMCSA insurance filings. View methodology

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Authority timeline

Key events in this carrier's operating authority history.

Authority Granted
Jun 1974
FMCSA issued operating authority
Active
Current
Authority currently active

Source: FMCSA authority records and revocation orders. View methodology

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Minnesota Secretary of State
Business registration and corporate filings
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Company employees, leadership, and network
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Federal litigation, bankruptcy filings

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Frequently asked

Nelson INC

Answers from verified compliance records.

Is Nelson INC authorized to operate?

Yes. Nelson INC holds Common and Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is Nelson INC's safety record?

Nelson INC has 8 roadside inspections on record. Crash history shows 10 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Nelson INC operate?

Nelson INC operates 10 power units with approximately 10 drivers.

Is Nelson INC insured?

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

Has Nelson INC had any risk indicators?

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

What is the DOT number for Nelson INC?

Nelson INC's DOT number is 166182 and MC number is MC138796. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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Lead Safety Analyst · 12 years freight intelligence
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