FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 14, 2018) – Today, Finance and Administration Cabinet
Secretary William M. Landrum III announced that the formal grand opening of the
Beaver Dam Rest Area is scheduled for 2 p.m. Central Time on Friday, March 16.
“The Beaver Dam Rest Area is now an updated and modern oasis for those traveling in
the beautiful Bluegrass State,” said Secretary Landrum. “We’ve heard from people
across the state about how happy they’ll be when the Beaver Dam rest area finally
reopens. We are proud to partner with Martin and Bayley, Inc., the operators of the
rest area, for many years to come.”
Martin and Bayley, Inc., of Carmi, Illinois, will operate the convenience rest area
under the HUCK’s brand name. They have a 20-year contract with the Commonwealth to
renovate, fit up, reconstruct, operate and maintain general merchandise and fuel
service operations. The company operates more than 120 convenience stores in a five
state area.
“As the only commercial rest area in Kentucky, this 24/7 facility will be available
to more than 10,000 travelers who drive through this section of the Western Kentucky
Parkway each day,” said Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Secretary Greg Thomas.
“We’re glad to offer a safe haven with expanded services to drivers who have grown
fond of this popular stopping point over the years.”
“We look forward to our partnership with the Commonwealth of Kentucky for the next
20 years,” said Jim Whetstone, VP of real estate for Martin and Bayley, Inc. “We are
ready to serve a whole new group of customers in the western Kentucky area, both
locals and those just traveling through.”
HUCK’S is a convenience store that customers have come to count on for clean
restrooms and guaranteed fueling destination. The Beaver Dam oasis will operate
24/7/365. Travelers will have access to fresh food items such as Godfather’s Pizza,
HUCK’S Famous Fried Chicken, Grill Zone, and more.