MATT NILGES

AUTHORIZED

DBA: MATTHEW NILGES TRUCKING

17637 PINE AVE, ELMA, IA, 50628|(319) 240-6528

USDOT

1005091

MC Number

483344

Fleet Size

2

Total Drivers

2

Last updated: March 24, 2026

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Safety overview

MATT NILGES is a small interstate motor carrier based in ELMA, Iowa, operating 2 power units with 2 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 2 inspections for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

Under review

CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.

BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.

Out-of-service rates vs. national average

An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.

Driver OOS rate0.0%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate0.0%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Iowa is 7.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 25,829 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
No
Safety Rating Date
N/A

Inspections

2

Total

67%

Driver %

Driver Inspections2
Vehicle Inspections1
Driver OOS Rate0.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate0.0%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Dec 26, 2024

$750,000ACTIVE

Cargo

Not on file

Surety Bond

Not on file

Trust Fund

Not on file

Crash history

0

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes0

Frequently asked questions

Is MATT NILGES authorized to operate?

Yes. MATT NILGES (USDOT #1005091) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is MATT NILGES's safety record?

MATT NILGES has 2 inspections on file and no crashes on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.

How many trucks does MATT NILGES operate?

MATT NILGES operates 2 power units with 2 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does MATT NILGES transport hazardous materials?

No. MATT NILGES does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is MATT NILGES located?

MATT NILGES is based in ELMA, Iowa at 17637 PINE AVE, 50628. Phone: (319) 240-6528.

What are MATT NILGES's out-of-service rates?

MATT NILGES's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 0.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.