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September 07, 2025
New truck parking facilities on I-65 in Boone County
Semitruck drivers have 150 new parking spaces in Boone County with the opening of two expanded parking facilities at the Lebanon rest park along Interstate 65.
**More Room to Rest: New Truck Parking Opens on I-65 in Boone County**
Boone County just got a little more truck-friendly. Semitruck drivers traversing Interstate 65 now have access to 150 new parking spaces thanks to the expansion of existing facilities at the Lebanon rest park. The much-needed boost in parking capacity aims to alleviate a persistent problem for truckers: finding safe and legal places to rest along busy interstate corridors.
The expanded parking at the Lebanon rest park, located on I-65, provides truckers with a crucial opportunity to comply with federal Hours of Service (HOS) regulations, which mandate rest periods to combat driver fatigue. Finding adequate parking has long been a challenge, forcing many drivers to park on the shoulder of the road or continue driving while tired, potentially jeopardizing safety.
"This expansion is a significant step forward in addressing the critical need for more truck parking," said a spokesperson from the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), which oversaw the project. "Safe and readily available parking options are vital for ensuring the well-being of our truck drivers and the safety of everyone on our roadways."
The addition of 150 spaces effectively doubles the previous truck parking capacity at the Lebanon rest park, offering a substantial improvement for drivers traveling through the region. The project involved significant investment in infrastructure, including grading, paving, and lighting improvements to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for drivers during their rest periods.
The opening of these new parking facilities is expected to have a positive impact on the local economy as well. Truck drivers are vital to the supply chain, and providing them with adequate rest stops helps to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of goods. By alleviating parking congestion, the project also aims to reduce traffic bottlenecks and improve overall traffic flow on I-65.
Local businesses are also anticipated to benefit from the increased truck traffic at the rest park, as drivers often purchase food, fuel, and other necessities during their stops. The expansion is a welcome development for the trucking community and a testament to the ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure and support the vital role that truck drivers play in the nation's economy.
Boone County just got a little more truck-friendly. Semitruck drivers traversing Interstate 65 now have access to 150 new parking spaces thanks to the expansion of existing facilities at the Lebanon rest park. The much-needed boost in parking capacity aims to alleviate a persistent problem for truckers: finding safe and legal places to rest along busy interstate corridors.
The expanded parking at the Lebanon rest park, located on I-65, provides truckers with a crucial opportunity to comply with federal Hours of Service (HOS) regulations, which mandate rest periods to combat driver fatigue. Finding adequate parking has long been a challenge, forcing many drivers to park on the shoulder of the road or continue driving while tired, potentially jeopardizing safety.
"This expansion is a significant step forward in addressing the critical need for more truck parking," said a spokesperson from the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), which oversaw the project. "Safe and readily available parking options are vital for ensuring the well-being of our truck drivers and the safety of everyone on our roadways."
The addition of 150 spaces effectively doubles the previous truck parking capacity at the Lebanon rest park, offering a substantial improvement for drivers traveling through the region. The project involved significant investment in infrastructure, including grading, paving, and lighting improvements to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for drivers during their rest periods.
The opening of these new parking facilities is expected to have a positive impact on the local economy as well. Truck drivers are vital to the supply chain, and providing them with adequate rest stops helps to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of goods. By alleviating parking congestion, the project also aims to reduce traffic bottlenecks and improve overall traffic flow on I-65.
Local businesses are also anticipated to benefit from the increased truck traffic at the rest park, as drivers often purchase food, fuel, and other necessities during their stops. The expansion is a welcome development for the trucking community and a testament to the ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure and support the vital role that truck drivers play in the nation's economy.
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