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Carrier profile · USDOT 1135114 · MC461540 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Eric Nelson

DBA Flat Top Express · Tracy, MN · Interstate for-hire carrier · Since 2003
Authority active$750K BIPD on fileNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsFresh ProduceLivestock+9 more
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (507) 360-5470
1
Power units
1
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
150K
Annual miles
23 yr
Registered
100
/ 100
Clear to load

Operating legally, with one flag to weigh

Authority and insurance are in order. No roadside inspections in 24 months: Too little history to judge on-road safety.

How we scored it · 5 factors
Operating authority20/20
Insurance20/20
Out-of-service rates20/20
Crashes & rating20/20
Continuity & identity20/20

Composite of public FMCSA authority, insurance, inspection and crash records weighted against the national fleet. Decision support, not an official FMCSA safety rating.

Safety

FMCSA inspections & crashes · 24 mo · AS OF OCT 7, 2026

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and not rated by FMCSA.

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Carrier
Active
Broker
None
Docket
MC461540
Revocation pending
No
Contract Carrier (Property)

Coverage vs federal minimum

BIPD liability$750,000
$750K required minimum (49 CFR 387.9)
CargoNot required

Filings on record

  1. Apr 1, 2026Liability (BIPD) · Northland Insurance Company · $750,000

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
1
Power units
1
Trucks
1
Tractors owned
2
Trailers owned
1
Drivers
1
CDL drivers
Not registered for hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
InterstateAuthorized for HireExempt for Hire
Cargo carried
General FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsFresh ProduceLivestockGrain, Feed, HayMeatChemicalsCommodities Dry BulkRefrigerated FoodBeveragesPaper ProductsAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstruction
Annual mileage
150,000 mi (2020)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
1135114
MC / docket
MC-461540
Legal name
Eric Nelson
DBA
Flat Top Express
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Interstate
First registered
Jun 2, 2003
Last MCS-150
May 6, 2026
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
1 (1)
Hazmat
No
Business type
—

Fraud & network signals

For review, not a verdict.

No prior revocation
FMCSA shows no link to a previously revoked authority.
Unique phone number
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique email address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique street address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.

Frequently asked

What is Eric Nelson's USDOT number?

Eric Nelson's USDOT number is 1135114 and its docket number is MC461540.

Is Eric Nelson authorized to operate?

Yes. FMCSA shows active carrier operating authority.

What is Eric Nelson's safety record?

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months. Not rated by FMCSA.

How big is Eric Nelson's fleet?

1 power unit and 1 drivers per its MCS-150 filed May 6, 2026.

What insurance does Eric Nelson carry?

$750,000 in BIPD liability coverage is on file with Northland Insurance Company.

Where is Eric Nelson located?

Eric Nelson is located at 1 Tepeeotah Rd, Tracy, MN, 56175. Phone: (507) 360-5470.

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