Motorists traveling on Interstate 35 near Williams may have seen some activity in recent weeks. For 45 years, the Boondocks Truck Stop was the place where truck drivers and motorists spent the night during times of Iowa blizzards in their cafeteria and motel. From time to time, law enforcement would have time for a coffee chat. The Boondocks is ready to make a return as a TA Truck Stop. The Boondocks closed in 2018. It then reopened as a Jay Bros truck stop in 2019 until it closed up again over a year ago. The nearby Boondocks Motel was demolished earlier this year.
Social media posts stated there have been interviews for those wishing to be an employee at the former iconic truck stop in Hamilton County. A giant TA Truck Stop sign was recently installed. Officials with the Ohio-based firm have not announced when the official opening will take place. This will be the second truck stop for Williams. The Flying J Truck Stop is located not far from the future TA Truck Stop.