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Carrier profile · USDOT 849780 · MC427752 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Michael J Thielen

DBA Thielen Trucking · Atlantic, IA · Interstate for-hire carrier · Since 2000
Authority active$750K BIPD on fileNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsLivestockGrain, Feed, HayMeat+3 more
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (712) 249-0167
2
Power units
2
Drivers
2
Inspections · 24 mo
1
Crashes · 24 mo
48K
Annual miles
26 yr
Registered
95
/ 100
Clear to load

Operating legally, with one flag to weigh

Authority and insurance are in order. MCS-150 not updated in over 2 years: FMCSA requires a biennial update.

How we scored it · 5 factors
Operating authority20/20
Insurance20/20
Out-of-service rates20/20
Crashes & rating20/20
Continuity & identity15/20

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
Vehicle out-of-service
—
National 22.26% · 0 of 1 inspections · needs 3+
Driver out-of-service
—
National 6.67% · 0 of 2 inspections · needs 3+
Crashes
1
0 fatal0 injury1 tow-away
Crash rate 10.38 per 1M mi
Total inspections
2
Driver inspections
2
Vehicle inspections
1
People injured
0
Fatalities
0
FMCSA rating
Not rated

Enforcement

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Carrier
Active
Broker
None
Docket
MC427752
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. Feb 11, 2026Liability (BIPD) · Progressive Northern Insurance Company · $750,000

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
2
Power units
2
Trucks
2
Tractors owned
4
Trailers owned
2
Drivers
2
CDL drivers
Not registered for hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
InterstateAuthorized for Hire
Cargo carried
General FreightBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsLivestockGrain, Feed, HayMeatRefrigerated FoodAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstruction
Annual mileage
48,155 mi (2023)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
849780
MC / docket
MC-427752
Legal name
Michael J Thielen
DBA
Thielen Trucking
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Interstate
First registered
Jan 14, 2000
Last MCS-150
Sep 16, 2024
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
2 (2)
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 Michael J Thielen's USDOT number?

Michael J Thielen's USDOT number is 849780 and its docket number is MC427752.

Is Michael J Thielen authorized to operate?

Yes. FMCSA shows active carrier operating authority.

What is Michael J Thielen's safety record?

Over the last 24 months: 2 roadside inspections, and 1 reportable crash (0 fatal). Not rated by FMCSA.

How big is Michael J Thielen's fleet?

2 power units and 2 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Sep 16, 2024.

What insurance does Michael J Thielen carry?

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

Where is Michael J Thielen located?

Michael J Thielen is located at 62717 Boston Rd, Atlantic, IA, 50022. Phone: (712) 249-0167.

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