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Carrier profile · USDOT 299563 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Russell Buss

DBA Russell Buss Trucking · Woden, IA · Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) for-hire carrier · Since 1987
No MC authorityNot rated by FMCSAHazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightLiquids/GasesLivestockGrain, Feed, HayChemicals
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (641) 926-5249
1
Power units
1
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
10K
Annual miles
39 yr
Registered
95
/ 100
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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

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

No operating authority (MC/FF docket) on file. Private and intrastate carriers don't need one; interstate for-hire carriers and brokers do.

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
1
Power units
1
Trucks
1
Tractors owned
—
Trailers owned
1
Drivers
1
CDL drivers
Registered to haul hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)Authorized for HireExempt for Hire
Cargo carried
General FreightLiquids/GasesLivestockGrain, Feed, HayChemicals
Annual mileage
10,000 mi (2015)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
299563
MC / docket
None
Legal name
Russell Buss
DBA
Russell Buss Trucking
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
First registered
Aug 17, 1987
Last MCS-150
Jul 19, 2016
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
1 (1)
Hazmat
Yes
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 Russell Buss's USDOT number?

Russell Buss's USDOT number is 299563.

Is Russell Buss authorized to operate?

It does not hold MC operating authority, which private and intrastate carriers do not need.

What is Russell Buss's safety record?

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

How big is Russell Buss's fleet?

1 power unit and 1 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Jul 19, 2016.

Where is Russell Buss located?

Russell Buss is located at 35680 10TH Ave, Woden, IA, 50484. Phone: (641) 926-5249.

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