Tyson Foods Inc

Facility info

Operations: Drop and hook standard procedure — park outside yard, bobtail to exit gate. Appointment system with window-based loading (typically midnight to 10 pm drop dead time). Check-in handled at security gate; paperwork now processed by guards rather than in office. Live load waits commonly 5-8+ hours; some reports up to 16 hours. Drop-off to pickup can stretch well beyond appointment times. Early arrival doesn't guarantee faster service. Facility enforces appointment windows strictly — late arrivals turned away. Facility experience: Bobtail parking available outside yard. Overnight empty trailer storage sometimes full. Jack in the Box nearby for parking and food. Closest truck stop 15 miles away; fuel 17 miles out. Bathroom described as both clean/modern and "really nasty" — inconsistent. Vending machines available. Concrete yard, well-spaced, easy to navigate once you know entrance (4498 Howe Dr or 6350 Browning Ct). Staff and security: Highly inconsistent. Multiple reports of rude, dismissive security personnel at gate — described as bullying drivers. Some guards noted as professional, helpful, and friendly. Yard jockeys/yard dogs range from unhelpful to excellent. Shipping department delays common even when paperwork signed. Key issues: Live unload waits are unpredictable and often lengthy — don't bank on meeting tight schedules. Drop-and-hook runs much faster and more reliable. Load readiness frequently delayed despite promises. Some drivers report trailers damaged during storage. Communication about timing poor — you'll need to call for updates. No backing required (automatic drop at door). Tight reefer fuel policies noted.