RICK NELSEN
AUTHORIZEDDBA: NELSEN FARMS
USDOT
853373
MC Number
375748
Fleet Size
4
Total Drivers
3
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
RICK NELSEN is a small interstate motor carrier based in VERMILLION, South Dakota, operating 4 power units with 3 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
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Exempt For Hire, Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
0
Total
—
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. — eff. Feb 28, 2020
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is RICK NELSEN authorized to operate?
Yes. RICK NELSEN (USDOT #853373) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is RICK NELSEN's safety record?
RICK NELSEN 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 RICK NELSEN operate?
RICK NELSEN operates 4 power units with 3 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does RICK NELSEN transport hazardous materials?
No. RICK NELSEN does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is RICK NELSEN located?
RICK NELSEN is based in VERMILLION, South Dakota at 46028 SD HWY 50, 57069. Phone: (605) 624-6542.