MERLE A OSTEN
AUTHORIZEDDBA: NEBR INSTALLATION & SERVICE CO
USDOT
1309286
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
2
Total Drivers
2
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
MERLE A OSTEN is a small intrastate only (non-hazmat) motor carrier based in COLUMBUS, Nebraska, 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. No crashes on file.
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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.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Intrastate Only (Non-Hazmat)
- Operation Classification
- Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
0
Total
—
Driver %
Insurance on file
No insurance records on file with FMCSA.
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is MERLE A OSTEN authorized to operate?
Yes. MERLE A OSTEN (USDOT #1309286) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an intrastate only (non-hazmat) carrier.
What is MERLE A OSTEN's safety record?
MERLE A OSTEN has 0 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 MERLE A OSTEN operate?
MERLE A OSTEN operates 2 power units with 2 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does MERLE A OSTEN transport hazardous materials?
No. MERLE A OSTEN does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is MERLE A OSTEN located?
MERLE A OSTEN is based in COLUMBUS, Nebraska at 3005 12TH ST, 68601. Phone: (402) 564-2313.