WESSELS OIL COMPANY INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1179647
MC Number
563538
Fleet Size
40
Total Drivers
29
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
WESSELS OIL COMPANY INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in PALMER, Iowa, operating 40 power units with 29 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. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 13 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
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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.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Iowa is 7.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.5% across 26,389 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
13
Total
68%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
EMC Insurance — eff. May 22, 2015
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Jul 22, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is WESSELS OIL COMPANY INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for WESSELS OIL COMPANY INC (USDOT #1179647) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is WESSELS OIL COMPANY INC's safety record?
WESSELS OIL COMPANY INC has 13 inspections on file and 1 crash 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 WESSELS OIL COMPANY INC operate?
WESSELS OIL COMPANY INC operates 40 power units with 29 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does WESSELS OIL COMPANY INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. WESSELS OIL COMPANY INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is WESSELS OIL COMPANY INC located?
WESSELS OIL COMPANY INC is based in PALMER, Iowa at 421 RAILROAD AVENUE, 50571-0176. Phone: (712) 359-7712.
What are WESSELS OIL COMPANY INC's out-of-service rates?
WESSELS OIL COMPANY INC'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 33.3% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.