US-78 shield
Interstate Coverage · Heflin, AL

Roadside Assistance on US Route 78 in Heflin, AL.

US-78 runs through Heflin, AL and is one of the major freight corridors covered by Road Rescue Network's local rescuer network. The historic parallel to I-20 through downtown Heflin. Primary detour route when the interstate is closed and serves local distribution traffic.

4 rescuers on-call38 min avg dispatch5 metro exits · 100 corridor miles
4
Rescuers on-call now
38 min
Average dispatch ETA
163
Calls last 30 days
24/7
Always available
Service Area Map

US-78 Corridor Through Heflin. Live Coverage Map

Service coverage along US Route 78 through the Anniston-Oxford Metropolitan Area (Cleburne County). Click and drag to explore exits, mile markers, and named landmarks.

Corridor Overview

About US Route 78 in Heflin

The historic parallel to I-20 through downtown Heflin. Primary detour route when the interstate is closed and serves local distribution traffic. Service calls on this corridor cluster around peak commuter hours and overnight long-haul windows. Road Rescue Network's rescuers stationed in and around Heflin respond with average dispatch-to-arrival under 40 minutes for breakdowns on this stretch.

Beyond the US-78 corridor itself, our Heflin network covers every freight artery into and out of the metro. Heflin sits at Interstate 20 Exit 199 in east-central Alabama, the last 24-hour truck-stop waypoint before the Georgia state line for eastbound carriers. The town is the gateway to Talladega National Forest and serves the steady flow of I-20 Atlanta-to-Birmingham freight. Cleburne County timber operations and regional poultry processing push additional commercial breakdown traffic through town.

Whether the breakdown is at a downtown interchange, a suburban exit, or a long stretch between cities, the closest verified, insurance-current rescuer in our Heflin network is reached through one phone call. Coordination, dispatch, and ETA confirmation are handled by Road Rescue Network's 24/7 operations team.

Mile Markers & Exits

US-78 Heflin Breakdown Hot Spots

Exits and mile markers where breakdowns and service calls cluster on the US-78 corridor.

City Center ExitBOTH

Heflin Central Business District

Major downtown Heflin exit. Heavy commuter and box-truck volume during weekday peaks.

Industrial BeltBOTH

Heflin Industrial / Distribution Zone

Cluster of warehouses, distribution centers, and fleet yards. High volume of HD truck activity.

Outer LoopBOTH

Heflin Beltway Interchange

Where US-78 meets the outer ring road. Common breakdown zone for cross-traffic merges and high-speed segments.

Local Breakdown Patterns

Common US-78 Breakdown Scenarios in Heflin

Patterns observed across recent dispatch data on this corridor by season, location, and traffic peak.

Exit 199 fuel-stop pre-GA-line no-start

Driver completes a fuel stop at Pilot 318 or the Heflin Fuel Plaza and finds a no-start before crossing into Georgia. Could be batteries, fuel-cutoff sensor, or electrical interlock. Our roadside unit dispatches with a 12V jumper, fuel-system primer, and ECM scan tool. Most fueling-area no-starts at Exit 199 clear in under 50 minutes.

US-431 National Forest log-truck breakdown

Log trucks running US-431 through Talladega National Forest sections between Heflin and Anniston frequently develop air-system leaks from sustained rough-road operation. National Forest stretches have limited safe-zone availability, so response times run slightly longer. Our tech carries air-line stock and brass-fitting inventory.

I-20 eastbound shoulder breakdown near GA line

I-20 eastbound between Heflin and the Georgia state line has long stretches of narrow rural shoulder. A breakdown requires Alabama Trooper coordination for safe-zone pullout. Our dispatchers handle the trooper handshake while the service unit rolls.

Service Catalog

Services Available on US-78 Heflin

Every service Road Rescue Network dispatches on the US-78 corridor. Each links to local response times and recent jobs.

Recent Dispatches

Recent Service Calls on US-78 Heflin

WhenServiceLocationResponse
Wednesday 05:12 CTBattery JumpstartPilot #318 Heflin27 min
Tuesday 18:48 CTHeavy-Duty TowingI-20 EB MM 20149 min
Monday 14:33 CTMobile Truck RepairUS-78 Heflin40 min
Sunday 09:11 CTTire ServiceHeflin Fuel Plaza36 min
Friday 22:22 CTFuel DeliveryI-20 WB shoulder Exit 20532 min
FAQ

US-78 Heflin Roadside Assistance FAQ

How fast can a service truck reach me on US-78 in Heflin?

Average dispatch-to-arrival on the US-78 corridor through Heflin is 35-45 minutes, with faster response inside the metro core. Confirmed ETA is provided at the time of dispatch.

Do you cover the full length of US-78 through the Heflin metro?

Yes. Road Rescue Network has rescuers staged across the Heflin metro covering the full US-78 corridor — from outer-ring exits inward through downtown and across all major interchanges.

What services are dispatched on US-78?

Mobile truck repair, heavy-duty towing, mobile tire service, fuel delivery, lockout, jumpstart, winching/recovery, trailer repair, and specialized commercial services. Every rescuer in the Heflin US-78 pool is insurance-current and DOT-compliant where applicable.

What if my truck is in the median or no-shoulder zone on US-78?

For no-shoulder or median breakdowns on US-78, our dispatchers coordinate with state police for safe-pullout protocol before the service truck rolls. Same response timing applies once the truck is in a safe location.

Are rescuers on US-78 Heflin insurance-verified?

Yes. Every Road Rescue Network rescuer covering US-78 Heflin maintains current general liability, automobile liability, workers comp, and (where applicable) garage-keepers insurance. We re-verify every renewal cycle.

Corridor Coverage

US-78 Coverage in Adjacent Cities

Service coverage in cities along the US Route 78 corridor near Heflin.

Accepted Payment

Payment methods accepted across the network

Network rescuers accept all major credit cards, fleet cards, and consumer payment apps. Confirmed at dispatch.

Visa logo
Mastercard logo
American Express logo
Discover logo
Comdata
EFS logo
Zelle logo
Cash App logo
Venmo logo
More Coverage

Heflin, AL Service Hub

US-78 is one of 4 freight corridors covered in the Anniston-Oxford Metropolitan Area (Cleburne County). View the full Heflin service hub for every roadside service, every corridor, and the complete rescuer network.

View Heflin Service Hub →