NEXUS COOPERATIVE
USDOT 299549 • DBA: NEXUS • 1001 BLUNT PARKWAY, CHARLES CITY, IA, 50616
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals1 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-726863 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Oct 24, 2024 |
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PENN MILLERS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PAC 2607387 | ON FILE | Sep 1, 2023 | Sep 1, 2024 |
| AUSTIN MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Excess | UL0500202 | ON FILE | Sep 1, 2010 | Oct 14, 2011 |
| AUSTIN MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CPP0100254 | ON FILE | Sep 1, 2010 | Oct 14, 2011 |
Insurance History (8 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PENN MILLERS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PAC 2607387 | CANCELLED | Sep 1, 2023 | Nov 10, 2024 |
| AUSTIN MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CPP0101277 | REPLACED | Apr 11, 2023 | Sep 1, 2023 |
| AUSTIN MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CPP0101277 | CANCELLED | Sep 1, 2021 | May 11, 2023 |
| AUSTIN MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CPP0101277 | REPLACED | Sep 1, 2021 | Apr 11, 2023 |
| NATIONWIDE AGRIBUSINESS INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CPP131404A | CANCELLED | May 15, 2014 | Oct 7, 2021 |
| NATIONWIDE AGRIBUSINESS INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA 131404A | REPLACED | Sep 1, 2011 | May 15, 2014 |
| NATIONWIDE AGRIBUSINESS INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA 131404A | CANCELLED | Sep 1, 2011 | Jun 14, 2014 |
| AUSTIN MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CPP0100254 | REPLACED | Sep 1, 2010 | Sep 1, 2011 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | PENN MILLERS INSURANCE COMPANY | PAC 2607387 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 10, 2024 | Nov 10, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | PENN MILLERS INSURANCE COMPANY | PAC 2607387 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2024 | Sep 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | AUSTIN MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CPP0101277 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2023 | Sep 1, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | AUSTIN MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CPP0101277 | BIPD/Primary | May 11, 2023 | May 11, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | AUSTIN MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CPP0101277 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 11, 2023 | Apr 11, 2023 |
| CANCEL | NATIONWIDE AGRIBUSINESS INSURANCE CO. | CPP131404A | BIPD/Primary | Oct 7, 2021 | Oct 7, 2021 |
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONWIDE AGRIBUSINESS INSURANCE CO. | CA 131404A | BIPD/Primary | Jun 14, 2014 | Jun 14, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONWIDE AGRIBUSINESS INSURANCE CO. | CA 131404A | BIPD/Primary | May 15, 2014 | May 15, 2014 |
| CANCEL | AUSTIN MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | UL0500202 | BIPD/Excess | Oct 14, 2011 | Oct 14, 2011 |
| CANCEL | AUSTIN MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CPP0100254 | CARGO | Oct 14, 2011 | Oct 14, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | AUSTIN MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CPP0100254 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2011 | Sep 1, 2011 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-726863 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (4 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC726863 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 15, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 24, 2024 |
| MC726863 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 14, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 18, 2023 |
| MC726863 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Oct 27, 2021 | — | Unknown |
| MC726863 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Oct 22, 2010 | REVOKED | Oct 13, 2021 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
2 states • 27 inspections
Violation Summary (48 violations from 27 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 5 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 5 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 4 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75G-LOAD | Weight carried exceeds tire load limit | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2 | Operating a CMV without a CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.41A | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.41 | No or defective parking brake system on CMV | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43D | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.82DUMT | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.23PT | All required lamps on towed vehicle inoperative due to no electrical connection | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2C | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2PK | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2IN | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:177.834(a) | General loading/unloading hazmat | 1 | 1 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.82 | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16(b) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (27 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
10 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (10 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2024 | IA | FATAL | 1 | 1 | — | 465TH ST AND KIRKWOOD AVE | ...144660 | NEXUS COOPERATIVE |
| May 14, 2018 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 12, 2017 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 11, 2017 | IA | FATAL | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 20, 2015 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 17, 2014 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 20, 2014 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 14, 2014 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 10, 2012 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 21, 2005 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
22 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records