Schwan's Pizza Plant

Facility info

OPERATIONS Drop and hook only — unhook trailer at facility, bobtail elsewhere to wait Appointment system but arrivals 3+ hours early common; some loads ready well after scheduled time Check-in at guard shack with driver's license and pickup number Trailer inspections strict: must be clean, reefer tank minimum 3/4 full before arrival Load times: 3-4 hours for light/ready loads typical, but 6-10+ hours common; some waits extend overnight or into next day On-site 3-axle scale; load locks deposited at guard shack on exit Phone numbers provided for status updates, but dock staff reportedly don't answer consistently Facility under construction (as of recent reviews) — check current status before arrival FACILITY EXPERIENCE Guard shack staff consistently described as friendly, helpful, professional Dock/shipping staff vary — some very accommodating, others reported as rude or unresponsive Overnight parking: Currently unavailable due to construction; drivers bobtail to nearby Walmart (1.5 miles) or truck stops Bathrooms: No mention of facilities at drop yard; likely need to bobtail off-site Yard conditions: Large open lot, under construction with street congestion; avoid soft/dirt roads on left side Access: Use Exit 88 off I-135 to Centennial Road (NOT Exit 89 — bridge weight restrictions); truck entrance at 3150 Centennial Road, Salina KS 67401 Reefer tank filled on house (at 3/4) during some loads as courtesy BOTTOM LINE Clean your trailer and arrive with full reefer tank. Expect significant wait times. Staff at gate helpful, but loading pace unpredictable and dock communication poor. Not suitable if you're on a tight schedule.