OLSON EXPLOSIVES INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: OLSON TRUCKING
USDOT
1661
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
28
Total Drivers
26
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 30, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
OLSON EXPLOSIVES INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in DECORAH, Iowa, operating 28 power units with 26 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 6.7% national average. The current imported FMCSA crash snapshot returned no matching crash rows for this carrier; this is not proof that no crash occurred. FMCSA records show 17 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 7.4% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 26,539 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
17
Total
59%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Dec 31, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is OLSON EXPLOSIVES INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for OLSON EXPLOSIVES INC (USDOT #1661) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is OLSON EXPLOSIVES INC's safety record?
OLSON EXPLOSIVES INC has 17 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot; the snapshot returned no matching crash rows. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does OLSON EXPLOSIVES INC operate?
OLSON EXPLOSIVES INC operates 28 power units with 26 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does OLSON EXPLOSIVES INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. OLSON EXPLOSIVES INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is OLSON EXPLOSIVES INC located?
OLSON EXPLOSIVES INC is based in DECORAH, Iowa at 1837 TROUT RUN RD, 52101-0090. Phone: (563) 382-2953.
What are OLSON EXPLOSIVES INC's out-of-service rates?
OLSON EXPLOSIVES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 8.3%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.