For 36 years, Don Thompson has helped welcome drivers to the Clayton TA, about 14 miles west of Indianapolis.
"I enjoy working with the truckers," says Thompson, general manager at the TA found at Exit 59 off I-70, at State Road 39.
Thompson has seen many changes since he opened in 1969, including the computerization of payments and fueling, and the emphasis on electronics stocked in the travel store.
"We have lots of big rigs and four-wheel traffic, but also get plenty of local business," Thompson says. "The main thing that has changed is we do so much more volume now."
THE BASICS: Clayton TA
Where: I-70 & State Road 39, Exit 59
Phone: (317) 539-6515
Fax: (317) 539-5370
Truck Parking Spaces: 100
Showers: 7
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The Clayton TA offers a welcome rest for truckers, with a drivers' lounge and laundry room to assist in resting and recharging for the road. The fully stocked travel store has everything from snacks to gifts to cab essentials.
Drivers will also find help for regular or emergency maintenance on their rigs, with two truck service bays and emergency road service. The location offers TripPak Express and diesel satellite pumps, as well as Pronto! Pay®.
If you're hungry, the Clayton TA offers a choice of the full-service Country Pride Restaurant, which features a buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner. There's also a manager's special entrée every day. If fast food is more to your liking, there's a Noble Roman's Pizza Express.
"We've had several renovations over the years," Thompson says. "We're always working to improve."
