WESSELS OIL CO INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1179647
MC Number
563538
Fleet Size
25
Total Drivers
20
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
WESSELS OIL CO INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in PALMER, Iowa, operating 25 power units with 20 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 14 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl 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.
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
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
14
Total
74%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. — eff. May 22, 2015
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is WESSELS OIL CO INC authorized to operate?
Yes. WESSELS OIL CO INC (USDOT #1179647) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is WESSELS OIL CO INC's safety record?
WESSELS OIL CO INC has 14 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 CO INC operate?
WESSELS OIL CO INC operates 25 power units with 20 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does WESSELS OIL CO INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. WESSELS OIL CO INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is WESSELS OIL CO INC located?
WESSELS OIL CO INC is based in PALMER, Iowa at 421 RAILROAD AVENUE, 50571-0176. Phone: (712) 359-7712.
What are WESSELS OIL CO INC's out-of-service rates?
WESSELS OIL CO 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 20.0% (national average: 20.72%).