Fontana Dam Refrigeration Trailer, Portable Cold Storage and Emergency Walk-In Cooler for Rent
When walk-in space in Fontana Dam is full, down, or being rebuilt, Cold Storage Container Rental and Facilities coordinates temporary refrigerated trailers and containers for Graham County, North Carolina. Serving grocers, caterers, hospitals, schools, farms, and industrial sites, our team is available at 888 385-5513 for 24/7 support and emergency deployment coordination. Mobile kitchens and dishwashing trailers are available as supporting facilities.
- Refrigerated trailer pricing
- Starting at $1,295for a 1–6 day rental
- Estimated delivery window
- 7 to 8 hours
Refrigerated rentals in Fontana Dam, North Carolina.
About 0 people live in Fontana Dam, a town in Graham County, North Carolina. Fontana Dam spans about 0.6 square miles with roughly 17 people per square mile. Fontana Dam is about 5 miles from Lake Santeetlah and 47 miles from Waynesville, which helps when a job spans more than one site.
The population has changed little since 2020, according to Census estimates. The elevation is roughly 1,820 feet, which is worth knowing when you plan a placement area and drainage. Across North Carolina, trade shows and furniture markets and coastal tourism and rentals drive much of the demand for temporary cold storage, and Fontana Dam customers can follow the same pattern. Fontana Dam 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 Fontana Dam sites, it is worth planning for hurricane-season outages and mountain winter storms that can affect North Carolina before delivery. Coastal storm recovery and mountain winter weather both affect how soon a unit can be delivered and connected.
Our 24/7 team coordinates emergency deployment to Fontana Dam; call 888 385-5513 to confirm availability. The estimated delivery window is 7 to 8 hours, and your quote sets the final schedule. Choose a refrigerated trailer or container, then add a mobile kitchen trailer or dishwashing trailer if the Fontana Dam site also needs cooking or ware washing.
Fontana Dam at a glance.
- Population (2025 estimate)
- 10
- Change since 2020
- 0.0%
- Land area
- 0.6 square miles
- People per square mile
- 17
- Rank in North Carolina
- 549th of 549 incorporated places
- Elevation
- 1,820 feet
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau population estimates and Gazetteer (population, area, rank); Fontana Dam on Wikipedia (elevation, county seat, name origin).
A refrigerated trailer plan for Fontana Dam.
Start with refrigerated capacity, then add the kitchen and dishwashing facilities your site in Graham 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 Fontana Dam 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 |
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| 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 Downed Trees Around Fontana Village
Thunderstorm winds brought down numerous trees in Fontana Village and nearby areas on August 17, 2024. County communications personnel reported the damage after late-afternoon storms developed over western North Carolina.
A few storms produced brief damaging gusts and hail as the unsettled weather continued into the evening. In the wooded mountain area around Fontana Dam, fallen trees can complicate access to commercial premises and the roads connecting them. That includes the approach needed by refrigerated trailers supplying food operations. Fontana Village was among the communities where the wind left visible damage, with multiple trees down in the village and its surroundings.
Local background sources
MINIs on the Dragon brings hundreds of enthusiasts to Fontana Village
Fontana Village became a gathering point for MINI enthusiasts during the 22nd MINIs on the Dragon, held April 30–May 4, 2025. Organizers counted 601 participants and approximately 445 cars, with visitors coming from 33 states as well as Canada and England. The Fontana Dam resort hosted a program of drives, social events, music and a car show.
The welcome dinner featured Southern barbecue, putting meal preparation and cold storage behind one of the gathering’s shared experiences. Music Under the Stars followed the meal, while other activities filled the following days. The event also supported local hunger relief: organizers reported donating more than 1,200 pounds of food and $12,428 to the Graham County food bank.
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Fontana Village restores lodge rooms and reshapes its dining concepts
Fontana Village Resort announced the first phase of its restoration in April 2024, following the debut of updated lodge spaces on April 1. All 42 lodge guestrooms and 14 cabins had been substantially redesigned, while the main lobby retained features such as its stonework and timber beams. The work formed part of a longer improvement campaign at the Fontana Dam property.
Dining was changing too: Wildwood Grill was becoming Quill’s Canteen, and Mountview Bistro was set to evolve into Hazel’s. Menus built around trout, burgers and other regional dishes keep cold storage closely connected to kitchen operations as hospitality spaces change. The resort’s announcement also described a second phase involving event space and additional accommodations, with the wider campaign extending beyond the initial reopening.
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Compare refrigerated trailer and container prices.
Starting prices by rental length for refrigerated equipment and supporting facilities in Fontana Dam, North Carolina. 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 Fontana Dam address.
A project in Fontana Dam 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 North Carolina cities near Fontana Dam.
- Lake Santeetlah5 miles away
- Waynesville47 miles away
- Brevard63 miles away
- Mills River70 miles away
- Woodfin71 miles away
- Asheville72 miles away
- Fletcher74 miles away
Fontana Dam refrigerated trailer rental FAQs.
How much does a refrigerated trailer rental cost in Fontana Dam?
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 Fontana Dam 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 Fontana Dam?
The estimated delivery window to Fontana Dam is 7 to 8 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 Lake Santeetlah and other nearby places?
Yes. Places such as Lake Santeetlah (about 5 miles), Waynesville (about 47 miles), and Brevard (about 63 miles) can be planned together with a Fontana Dam 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 Fontana Dam?
Call 888 385-5513 any time. Emergency deployment is coordinated 24/7: share the Fontana Dam address, the holding temperature, the quantity of product, and whether power is available, and the team will confirm the quickest workable option. North Carolina sites can face hurricane-season outages and mountain winter storms, so ask about generator connections before the product is at risk.
Do I need a permit to place a refrigerated trailer in Fontana Dam?
Requirements depend on the exact site and the local jurisdiction, so check with Fontana Dam's town or city office and Graham 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 Fontana Dam 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 Fontana Dam cold.
Share your site, dates, and storage needs. We’ll review the refrigerated trailer or container and supporting kitchen and dishwashing plan for your North Carolina project.