Tyson Foods South

Facility info

Appointment-only facility; call ahead to confirm load is ready and discuss any special requirements (MT, California loads, etc.) Drop and hook operation — disconnect, park on street or nearby QT, wait for call when loaded Lot is extremely tight; difficult U-turns and maneuvering. Back into empty spot on left side to turn around and avoid blind-side backing. Some trailers parked directly in front of cut-through areas, creating additional obstacles. Check-in can be slow — expect 30 min to 1+ hour wait at gate depending on traffic and staff. Have reference number ready. Load times highly variable — ranges from 1.5 hours to 18+ hours. Many reports of 5–12 hour waits. Shift changes can extend delays another 3–4 hours. Inconsistent and unpredictable. Security guards mixed — some friendly and informative, others slow, inattentive, rude, or impatient. Gate procedures inconsistent and vary by person on duty. Receiving/shipping office staff generally friendly and organized. Safety vest required to enter facility. Must disconnect trailer at dock. Bobtail to street parking, QT down the road, or nearby truck stop. No overnight parking on property. Reefer tanks must be full on arrival. Empty trailers must be washed and fueled. Load security issues reported — loads not properly secured, seal applied without verification, missing or damaged load locks. Overweight issues common — multiple reports of overweight axles requiring scale checks and load rearrangement. Bathroom available in shipping office; relatively clean. Some reports of trailer damage (mudflaps, load locks) with facility denying responsibility. Inconsistent procedures — policies and processes vary based on shift and staff on duty. Can arrive early; some flexibility on appointment times if facility is not busy. Open 24 hours.