James Nelson
James Nelson (USDOT 778154) holds active operating authority as a motor carrier of property under MC-426904 based in Sturgis, SD. The earliest grant on file is from March 2002, 24 years, 7 months ago. $750,000 of liability coverage is on file with Great West Casualty Co. It reported 2 power units and 2 drivers on its last MCS-150 update (June 2025).
Operating authority
| Docket | Authority | Status | Insurance required | On file |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC-426904 | Motor carrier of property | Active | $750,000 liability | $750,000 liability |
Earliest grant on file: Mar 21, 2002 (24 years, 7 months ago).
Insurance and bonds on file
| Type | Insurer | Coverage | Effective | Cancellation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liability (BIPD) · form 91X | Great West Casualty Co. | $750,000 | Apr 3, 2003 | — |
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Authority history
| Date | Docket | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2002 | MC-426904 | Granted · motor carrier of property |
Registration
| USDOT number | 778154 |
|---|---|
| USDOT status | Active |
| MC number | MC-426904 |
| Legal name | James Nelson |
| DBA name | R & N Recycling |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Classification | Authorized for hire |
| Business type | Individual |
| Location | Sturgis, South Dakota 57785 |
| USDOT added | Oct 26, 1998 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Jun 23, 2025 |
| Safety rating | Not rated |
| Hazardous materials | Yes |
Fleet
| Power units | 2 |
|---|---|
| Trucks | 2 |
| Drivers | 2 · 2 with a CDL |
| Annual miles | 10,000 · 2024 |
Cargo carried
General freight, Logs, poles, beams, lumber, Building materials, Machinery, large objects, Construction, scrap metal
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