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I-40 Truck Parking at Mile 253
I-40 Truck Parking at Mile 253 sits on I-40 near Watertown in Smith County (mile 253), eastbound. A federal truck parking survey counted 15 spaces for big rigs here. This is a parking area without restrooms or other facilities. After this, eastbound drivers reach Tennessee Visitor Center about 14 miles later. Murfreesboro, TN is the closest big city, about 29 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-40 · Eastbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 253 |
| Location | Watertown, Smith County, Tennessee Directions (36.1683, -86.0548) |
| Amenities | No facilities (parking only) |
| Truck parking | 15 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: FHWA/BTS National Transportation Atlas Database (2019 survey). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-40
Heading eastbound
Tennessee Visitor Center
about 14 miles · Welcome center near Lafayette
Heading westbound
I-40 Truck Parking at Mile 228
25 miles · Truck parking near Mount Juliet
Food and fuel: Desert Oasis, about 1964 mi
Other side of the highway: I-40 Truck Parking at Mile 253 (Westbound).
Can you sleep here?
Overnight parking is not allowed at Tennessee rest areas, including this one.
Legal source: TDOT welcome centers and rest areas. More on Tennessee rules
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Frequently asked questions
Where is I-40 Truck Parking at Mile 253?
On I-40 eastbound at mile 253 near Watertown in Smith County, Tennessee. The map link above starts navigation.
Which direction does I-40 Truck Parking at Mile 253 serve?
Eastbound traffic on I-40. Traffic the other way uses I-40 Truck Parking at Mile 253.
Does I-40 Truck Parking at Mile 253 have restrooms?
No restrooms are mapped at this site.
How far is the next rest stop after I-40 Truck Parking at Mile 253?
Eastbound: Tennessee Visitor Center, about 14 miles. Westbound: I-40 Truck Parking at Mile 228, 25 miles.
Can you sleep at I-40 Truck Parking at Mile 253?
Overnight parking is not allowed at Tennessee rest areas, including this one.
Is there truck parking at I-40 Truck Parking at Mile 253?
Yes, there are 15 truck parking spaces (FHWA count).
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