Dayton Cold Storage, Emergency Refrigeration Trailer and Commercial Walk-In Cooler for Rent or Lease
Dayton operations that depend on refrigerated stock can call Cold Storage Container Rental and Facilities at 888 385-5513 for 24/7 support and emergency deployment coordination. Review refrigerated trailers and containers for restaurants, care facilities, schools, distributors, and event sites in Marengo County, especially when a storm or power outage puts stock at risk, then add a mobile kitchen or dishwashing trailer if cooking and ware washing are also affected.
- Refrigerated trailer pricing
- Starting at $1,295for a 1–6 day rental
- Estimated delivery window
- 1 to 2 hours
Refrigerated rentals in Dayton, Alabama.
Dayton is a town in Marengo County, Alabama, with about 0 residents. Dayton spans about 1 square miles with roughly 24 people per square mile. Demopolis sits about 15 miles away and Selma about 36, which helps when a Dayton project reaches into the surrounding area.
Census estimates put the population down about 7.7% since 2020. Ground elevation is about 240 feet above sea level. Across Alabama, college football weekends and festivals and poultry and food processing drive much of the demand for temporary cold storage, and Dayton customers can follow the same pattern. Dayton customers range from a local grocer, a school kitchen, or a community event to grocers and other operations that cannot let product warm up. For Dayton sites, it is worth planning for tornado-season storm outages and hurricane-season power loss on the coast that can affect Alabama before delivery. Projects range from inland farm towns to Gulf Coast ports, so site access and power are worth confirming early. We review those details for each Dayton address.
Our 24/7 team coordinates emergency deployment to Dayton; call 888 385-5513 to confirm availability. The estimated delivery window is 1 to 2 hours, and your quote sets the final schedule. Refrigerated trailers and containers come in several sizes, and a mobile kitchen or dishwashing trailer can join the Dayton rental when you need it.
Dayton at a glance.
- Population (2025 estimate)
- 24
- Change since 2020
- −7.7%
- Land area
- 1 square miles
- People per square mile
- 24
- Rank in Alabama
- 462nd of 463 incorporated places
- Elevation
- 240 feet
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau population estimates and Gazetteer (population, area, rank); Dayton on Wikipedia (elevation, county seat, name origin).
A refrigerated trailer plan for Dayton.
Start with refrigerated capacity, then add the kitchen and dishwashing facilities your site in Marengo County needs.
12ft Refrigerated Trailer
A compact refrigerated trailer option for reviewing temporary ingredient or product storage where a smaller placement footprint is a priority. Confirm the required operating temperature and refrigeration package.
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20ft Refrigerated Trailer
A 20ft refrigerated trailer for temporary stock storage, with separate temperature configurations to match the food or goods being held.
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20ft Refrigerated Container
A container-format cold-storage option for projects comparing the placement, handling, and access of a refrigerated container with a trailer-based storage facility.
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24ft Mobile Kitchen
A compact cooking trailer with a convection oven, griddle, six-burner range, sinks, and reach-in cold storage for restaurant renovations and temporary meal service.
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38ft Mobile Kitchen
A 38ft mobile commercial kitchen trailer with a fryer, convection oven, griddle/oven, six-burner range/oven, sinks, and reach-in refrigeration and freezer storage.
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22-26ft Low Temp Dish Trailer
Low-temperature push-through dishwashing trailers in 22ft, 24ft, and 26ft configurations, with a soil tray, scraping table, three-compartment sink, and handwashing sink.
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Review all 5 refrigerated trailer and container sizes for your Dayton project, with starting prices by rental length. Select a model for its specifications, photographs, and rental details.
Scroll across the table to compare specifications and starting prices.
| Model | Format | Temperature options | Power example | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12ft Refrigerated Trailer | Refrigerated trailer | Confirm for the assigned 12ft unit | Confirm the assigned unit’s power requirements | Starting at $1,295 for a 1–6 day rental |
| 20ft Refrigerated Trailer | Refrigerated trailer | Separate 32°F, 15°F, and -5°F configurations; confirm the required unit | 220V, single-phase, 40–60A; verify the offered configuration | Starting at $1,495 for a 1–6 day rental |
| 20ft Refrigerated Container | Refrigerated container | Review the selected container's specification | Confirm the assigned unit’s power requirements | Starting at $2,495 for a 1–6 day rental |
| 40ft Refrigerated Container | Refrigerated container | Confirm for the assigned unit | Confirm the assigned unit’s power requirements | Starting at $3,495 for a 1–6 day rental |
| 40ft Refrigerated Container | Refrigerated container | Confirm for the assigned unit | Confirm the assigned unit’s power requirements | Starting at $3,495 for a 1–6 day rental |
Configuration examples shown. Confirm the assigned unit’s temperature range and connections in your quote. Starting prices by rental length are listed on each model page; delivery, setup, taxes, and availability are confirmed separately.
Storm Winds Uprooted Trees Along County Road 39 Near Dayton
A late-afternoon thunderstorm uprooted several trees along County Road 39 near Dayton on August 27, 2019. The National Weather Service placed the damage just west-southwest of town as damaging winds crossed central Alabama.
The broader weather system moved through during the afternoon and evening, drawing on an unstable air mass that helped storms intensify. On a local delivery route, fallen trees can interrupt the last part of a journey even after the main highway is clear. Any refrigerated trailer using County Road 39 would therefore need an open approach through the affected stretch.
Local background sources
Christmas on the River Sets a Full Holiday Program for Marengo County
Dayton’s wider Marengo County holiday calendar includes Christmas on the River in Demopolis, scheduled for December 5, 2026. The city’s program brings the celebration onto both downtown streets and the river, with a daytime parade followed by a nautical parade and fireworks.
Food is part of that schedule through the Alabama State BBQ Championship and Fair in the Square. For barbecue teams preparing perishable meat before it reaches a smoker, refrigerated trailers can sit within the same event plan as cooking spaces and serving booths. The published lineup also includes the Jingle Bell 5K. Together, those activities make the Marengo County gathering a full day out rather than a single evening performance.
Local background sources
New Healthcare Sciences Campus Broke Ground in Demopolis
Dayton’s wider Marengo County gained a major education construction project when the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences broke ground in Demopolis on October 14, 2025. The 10-acre site at 908 South Cedar Avenue sits beside Whitfield Regional Hospital, the school’s primary medical partner.
The planned residential campus combines classrooms with the everyday operations of housing and feeding students, bringing meal preparation and cold storage into the broader opening plan. The governor’s announcement set out a phased approach: an initial class at a temporary University of West Alabama campus in 2026, followed by a targeted permanent-campus opening in August 2027. Brasfield & Gorrie was named general contractor, with Caldwell Architects responsible for design.
Local background sources
Compare refrigerated trailer and container prices.
Starting prices by rental length for refrigerated equipment and supporting facilities in Dayton, Alabama. Review the equipment details and project requirements with our team.
| Refrigerated unit | 1–6 days | 8–14 days | 15 days–1 month | More than 3 months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12ft Refrigerated Trailer ↗ | Starting at $1,295 | Starting at $1,595 | Starting at $1,895 | Starting at $1,995 |
| 20ft Refrigerated Trailer ↗ | Starting at $1,495 | Starting at $1,695 | Starting at $1,995 | Starting at $1,895 |
| 20ft Refrigerated Container ↗ | Starting at $2,495 | Starting at $2,495 | Starting at $2,995 | Starting at $2,995 |
| 40ft Refrigerated Container ↗ | Starting at $3,495 | Starting at $3,495 | Starting at $3,995 | Starting at $3,995 |
Supporting facility starting prices
| Supporting facility | 1–6 days | 8–14 days | 15 days–1 month | More than 3 months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24ft Mobile Kitchen ↗ | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 |
| 28ft Mobile Kitchen ↗ | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 |
| 38ft Mobile Kitchen ↗ | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $8,995 | Starting at $7,995 |
| 40ft Mobile Kitchen ↗ | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $9,995 | Starting at $7,995 |
| 22-26ft Low Temp Dish Trailer ↗ | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 |
| 38ft Low Temp Dish Trailer ↗ | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 |
| 30ft Conveyor Dishwashing Trailer ↗ | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $6,995 |
Starting prices by rental length. Prices, availability, delivery timing, and equipment details are subject to change and will be confirmed in your final quote.
Need help now? Call 888 385-5513 for 24/7 support and current availability.
Plan around the Dayton address.
A project in Dayton starts with the same practical questions: which functions need to remain available, how the trailer can reach its placement, and how utilities will connect.
- Share the site and storage needs
Send the address, start date, expected rental length, what needs to stay cold, its holding temperature, and the approximate quantity.
- Review the unit and site requirements
We match a refrigerated trailer or container to the product and space, then review power, placement, access, and any mobile kitchen or dishwashing support.
- Confirm the quote and delivery plan
Availability, rental terms, delivery, and setup are confirmed in your quote before the unit is scheduled.
Continue planning across the region.
Compare rental planning pages for other Alabama cities near Dayton.
- Demopolis15 miles away
- Selma36 miles away
- Oak Hill44 miles away
- Emelle47 miles away
- Benton48 miles away
- Monroeville61 miles away
- Tuscaloosa61 miles away
Dayton refrigerated trailer rental FAQs.
How much does a refrigerated trailer rental cost in Dayton?
Refrigerated trailer pricing is starting at $1,295 for a 1–6 day rental for the smallest trailer, and the same starting prices apply to Dayton projects. Every trailer and container has starting prices listed by rental length, from 1–6 days to more than 3 months. Delivery, setup, site work, taxes, and the complete rental term are confirmed in your quote.
How quickly can a refrigerated trailer reach Dayton?
The estimated delivery window to Dayton is 1 to 2 hours. Final timing depends on availability, the route, site access, and your start date, and is confirmed in your quote. For urgent needs, call 888 385-5513 for 24/7 emergency deployment coordination.
Can you also serve Demopolis and other nearby places?
Yes. Places such as Demopolis (about 15 miles), Selma (about 36 miles), and Oak Hill (about 44 miles) can be planned together with a Dayton rental, and the team can review one project that spans more than one address. Confirm each site's access, power, and dates in your quote.
What if a cooler fails or the power goes out in Dayton?
Call 888 385-5513 any time. Emergency deployment is coordinated 24/7: share the Dayton address, the holding temperature, the quantity of product, and whether power is available, and the team will confirm the quickest workable option. Alabama sites can face tornado-season storm outages and hurricane-season power loss on the coast, so ask about generator connections before the product is at risk.
Do I need a permit to place a refrigerated trailer in Dayton?
Requirements depend on the exact site and the local jurisdiction, so check with Dayton's town or city office and Marengo County before dispatch. Unit dimensions, electrical needs, and placement details are shared with you to support that conversation, and any required approval stays your responsibility to confirm.
Should I choose a trailer or a container for my Dayton site?
Compare the stock you need to hold, the required temperature, the placement area, and door access. Trailers and containers are separate formats, and a mobile kitchen or dishwashing trailer can be reviewed alongside the refrigerated unit when the site also needs cooking or ware washing.
Keep Dayton cold.
Share your site, dates, and storage needs. We’ll review the refrigerated trailer or container and supporting kitchen and dishwashing plan for your Alabama project.