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DOT 564837MC391641Manson, IA

Tom Nelson

DBA: Tom Nelson Trucking

For-Hire CommonInterstateManson, IA 50563

Tom Nelson has operated for 32.0y with a fleet of 1 power units and 1 drivers under Common authority. The company has recorded 2 roadside inspections in its operating history.

Identity
Legal nameTom Nelson
DBATom Nelson Trucking
DOT #564837
MC #MC391641
CityManson
StateIowa
ZIP50563
Authority age32.0y
StatusActive
Common authority✓ Authorized
Contract authorityNot authorized
Broker authorityNot authorized
OperationInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
MCS-150 filed10/29/2025
Company officerTom Nelson
FMCSA SAFER →FMCSA Safety Scores (SMS) →
Fleet
1
Power units
Drivers
1
Total
Inspections
2
On record
Crashes
1
On record
OOS Rate
0.0%
↓ Below 22.26% avg
Authority Age
32.0y
Since 1994

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

Business Connections
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Associated entities1 revoked in network
1 concern
ConnectedRevoked

Location

415 11TH AVENUE, Manson, IA, 50563

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Inspection history

2 total inspections · Showing last 5

Out-of-service rates
Driver OOS (this carrier)
0.0%
National average
22.3%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
8/25/2024IALevel III00Pass
10/13/2024IALevel III00Pass

Source: FMCSA inspection records. View methodology

Violation categories (24 months)
Hours of Service
2 (100%)
Unsafe Driving
2 (100%)·1v
Driver Fitness
2 (100%)
Controlled Substances
2 (100%)

Crash history

1 crashes on record · Showing last 3

Fatalities: 0Injuries: 1Tow-aways: 1
DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
MO01Y

Source: FMCSA crash records. View methodology

Insurance status

Current insurance filing on record with FMCSA.

Status
✓ Active
Insurer
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
Coverage Type
91X
Coverage Amount
$1,000,000
Effective Date
12/4/2020

Source: FMCSA insurance filings. View methodology

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Authority timeline

Key events in this carrier's operating authority history.

Authority GrantedMay 1994
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently asked

Tom Nelson

Answers from verified compliance records.

Is Tom Nelson authorized to operate?

Yes. Tom Nelson holds Common operating authority and is currently active.

What is Tom Nelson's safety record?

Tom Nelson has 2 roadside inspections on record. Crash history shows 1 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Tom Nelson operate?

Tom Nelson operates 1 power units with approximately 1 drivers.

Is Tom Nelson insured?

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

Has Tom Nelson had any risk indicators?

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

What is the DOT number for Tom Nelson?

Tom Nelson's DOT number is 564837 and MC number is MC391641. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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