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Carrier profile · USDOT 1005091 · MC483344 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Matt Nilges

DBA Matthew Nilges Trucking · Elma, IA · Interstate for-hire carrier · Since 2002
Authority active$750K BIPD on fileNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightLivestockGrain, Feed, Hay
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (319) 240-6528
2
Power units
2
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
1
Annual miles
24 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.

Enforcement

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Carrier
Active
Broker
None
Docket
MC483344
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. Dec 26, 2024Liability (BIPD) · Auto Owners Insurance Company · $750,000

Equipment

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

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
InterstateAuthorized for Hire
Cargo carried
General FreightLivestockGrain, Feed, Hay
Annual mileage
1 mi (2025)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
1005091
MC / docket
MC-483344
Legal name
Matt Nilges
DBA
Matthew Nilges Trucking
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Interstate
First registered
Feb 15, 2002
Last MCS-150
Mar 31, 2026
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
2 (1)
Hazmat
No
Business type
Individual

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 Matt Nilges's USDOT number?

Matt Nilges's USDOT number is 1005091 and its docket number is MC483344.

Is Matt Nilges authorized to operate?

Yes. FMCSA shows active carrier operating authority.

What is Matt Nilges's safety record?

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

How big is Matt Nilges's fleet?

2 power units and 2 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Mar 31, 2026.

What insurance does Matt Nilges carry?

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

Where is Matt Nilges located?

Matt Nilges is located at 17637 Pine Ave, Elma, IA, 50628. Phone: (319) 240-6528.

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