McLane Macon

Facility info

Check-in & Appointments Park on street before approaching guard shack. Guard available 9pm onward. Appointment times frequently not honored—many drivers report 2-5 hour waits for door assignment even when arriving on time. Some early arrivals get doors immediately; others wait hours. No clear pattern. Must walk paperwork to guard; don't drive up to shack. Unloading Highly variable. Reports range from under 1 hour to 5+ hours. Lumper crews sometimes delayed or not present at scheduled time. Lumper fees required—pay upfront or unloading won't start. Many drivers describe this facility as slow compared to other McLane locations. Parking Street parking only—no on-site lot. Limited space on narrow road strip in front of guard shack; overflow parking on adjacent streets. No overnight parking guaranteed; depends on available street spots. Some drivers report comfortable street parking; others note it's tight and unsafe. Empty trucks expected to park elsewhere to free up spaces for incoming loads. Facility & Amenities No bathrooms or vending machines available. Overnight on-site sleeping not permitted. Yard turnarounds recently allowed but discouraged. Some nearby truck parking options 2+ miles away. Staff Mixed reviews. Some guards described as friendly and helpful. Older female guard noted multiple times as having poor attitude and rude demeanor. Communication inconsistent. Safety Concerns Backing out onto street in low light conditions flagged as hazardous. Forced street parking creates highway safety issues per drivers. Hours Night shift only. Guard starts 9pm. 3rd shift deliveries standard.