Tyson Foods - New London

Facility info

OPERATIONS Appointment-based scheduling required Live unload typical; drop and hook available through some carriers (Hirsch mentioned) Check-in at guard shack first; paperwork goes in red door bin for live unload Unload times: 1-2.5 hours typical, but 4+ hour waits not uncommon; some reports of 5+ hour delays Can sometimes get early door if load is ready and capacity allows Does NOT receive/unload Sundays (can park overnight if arriving Sunday) Scaling available on-site, free Some dock doors have very low I-beam clearance—may need to drop airbags FACILITY EXPERIENCE Overnight parking available behind guard house; limited bobtail parking Free self-serve trailer washout with hot water in enclosed bay (metal stairs provided, heavy to handle; bring gloves) Bathrooms accessible after checking in Staff attitude: mostly very friendly and professional; one report of rude office staff Facility is clean and well-maintained Guard shack staff consistently professional and helpful ROUTING NOTES Avoid County Road D northbound—weight-restricted Class B road; cops actively ticket Use Minnesota 15 exit instead; take Beckett Road, then Road T/Business 45 Safe exit: three right turns from facility gets you out safely GPS may route incorrectly; follow posted signs OTHER No unload delays on some visits; significant delays on others—unpredictable Some computer/paperwork issues reported on occasion Nearby amenities: Domino's delivers to facility Free restaurant list provided at check-in (noted as exceptional service touch)