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Carrier profile · USDOT 2858735 · MC957544 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Michael Thomas Nelson

DBA Michael Nelson Trucking · Kenmare, ND · Interstate for-hire carrier · Since 2016
Authority active$1M BIPD on fileNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsOilfield EquipmentLivestock+4 more
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (701) 500-1300
1
Power units
1
Drivers
1
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
68K
Annual miles
10 yr
Registered
100
/ 100
Clear to load

Operating legally with a clean record

Authority and insurance are in order.

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
Vehicle out-of-service
—
National 22.26% · 0 of 1 inspections · needs 3+
Driver out-of-service
—
National 6.67% · 0 of 1 inspections · needs 3+
Crashes
0
0 fatal0 injury0 tow-away
Crash rate 0.00 per 1M mi
Total inspections
1
Driver inspections
1
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
MC957544
Revocation pending
No
Common Carrier (Property)

Coverage vs federal minimum

BIPD liability$1,000,000
$1M required minimum (49 CFR 387.9)
CargoNot required

Filings on record

  1. Apr 10, 2026Liability (BIPD) · Geico Marine Insurance Company · $1,000,000

Equipment

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

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
InterstateAuthorized for Hire
Cargo carried
General FreightLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsOilfield EquipmentLivestockGrain, Feed, HayCommodities Dry BulkAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstruction
Annual mileage
68,000 mi (2025)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
2858735
MC / docket
MC-957544
Legal name
Michael Thomas Nelson
DBA
Michael Nelson Trucking
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Interstate
First registered
Feb 25, 2016
Last MCS-150
Apr 9, 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 Michael Thomas Nelson's USDOT number?

Michael Thomas Nelson's USDOT number is 2858735 and its docket number is MC957544.

Is Michael Thomas Nelson authorized to operate?

Yes. FMCSA shows active carrier operating authority.

What is Michael Thomas Nelson's safety record?

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

How big is Michael Thomas Nelson's fleet?

1 power unit and 1 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Apr 9, 2026.

What insurance does Michael Thomas Nelson carry?

$1,000,000 in BIPD liability coverage is on file with Geico Marine Insurance Company.

Where is Michael Thomas Nelson located?

Michael Thomas Nelson is located at 310 4TH Ave NE, Kenmare, ND, 58746. Phone: (701) 500-1300.

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