Lockbourne, Ohio — Roadside Towing & Recovery Inc service area
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Towing Lockbourne OH — 24/7 Tow Truck & Roadside Assistance

24/7 emergency towing, flatbed, wheel lift, lockouts, jump starts, and fuel delivery throughout Lockbourne and Central Ohio.

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24/7 Towing & Roadside Assistance in Lockbourne

Roadside Towing & Recovery Inc dispatches GPS-tracked light- and medium-duty flatbed and wheel-lift trucks from Columbus and reaches Lockbourne day or night, typically in 15–30 minutes. Whether you need a flatbed for a luxury vehicle, a wheel-lift for a quick recovery, a lockout, a jump start, or fuel delivery, our dispatchers send the nearest available unit.

ZIP codes we serve in Lockbourne: 43137

Local Guide: Towing Around Lockbourne

Landmarks

  • Lock Meadows Park — The village park preserves Ohio and Erie Canal Lock No. 30, a reminder of the locks that named Lockbourne.
  • Rickenbacker Memorial Wall — A granite village monument honors those who served at the old air base, including the Tuskegee Airmen and WASPs.
  • Historical Hall — Lockbourne's restored Historical Hall is rented out by the village for community events.
  • Rickenbacker International Airport — The cargo airport sits beside Lockbourne in southern Franklin County, about 10 miles south of downtown Columbus.
  • Magnolia Trail — This 2-mile hiking route follows old canal towpaths in two loops, one named for the Maine, the final boat to travel the Ohio & Erie Canal.
  • Boot Jack Square — The village's smallest park sits in the town center and doubles as its community events board.
  • Lockbourne Veterans Park — Memorial bricks, flags and a gazebo fill this park, which hosts the village's yearly Memorial Day parade and ceremony.
  • Rowe Bridge — A 150-foot steel span marks the west end of the village where Rowe Road crosses.
  • Covenant Believers Community Church — This congregation meets at 99 Commerce Street in the village center.
  • Lockbourne United Methodist Church — The village's Methodist congregation worships at 1260 Vause Street.
  • Church of Christ in Christian Union — Village church listings place this congregation at 165 Mechanics Street.
  • John Decker Cemetery — Burials here date to 1818 and include several War of 1812 veterans, among them namesake John Decker.
  • Rickenbacker Air National Guard Station — The base began in June 1942 as Lockbourne Army Airfield, named for the village, and took its current name on September 30, 1994.
  • Navy and Marine Corps Air Reserve Center — Construction began in August 2001 on this consolidated reserve center at 2nd Avenue and Club Street beside the Guard station.

Schools

  • Hamilton Local School District — Hamilton Local serves Lockbourne, Obetz and Hamilton Township; its district office is on Shook Road with a Lockbourne address.
  • Hamilton Township High School — The Rangers' high school on Rathmell Road serves Lockbourne, Obetz, Reese, Shadeville and Hamilton Township.

Main Routes

  • U.S. Route 23 — US 23 passes Lockbourne on the west and meets I-270 at exit 52 (South High Street).
  • Ohio State Route 762 — SR 762 intersects US 23 near Lockbourne and was extended in 2015 as an intermodal connector to Rickenbacker.
  • Commerce Street — Commerce Street is Lockbourne's village-center street, home to the village office and the canal-lock park entrance.
  • Interstate 270 exit 49 (Alum Creek Drive) — The Alum Creek Drive exit on the south outerbelt is signed for Obetz and Rickenbacker International Airport.
  • Star Check Drive — AirNet Systems has listed its corporate office at 7250 Star Check Drive on the Rickenbacker grounds.

Major Employers & Projects

  • ODW Logistics Lockbourne campus — ODW's 864,000 sq ft building at 6780 Schieser Farms Road was slated to open June 2026 beside two existing centers.
  • Norfolk Southern Rickenbacker Intermodal Terminal — Norfolk Southern opened this rail-to-truck container terminal next to Rickenbacker airport in 2008.
  • VanTrust Park 762 — VanTrust's Park 762, a roughly 1.08 million sq ft speculative warehouse at 2330 Old Silo Way, targets mid-2027 availability.
  • Lockbourne AG Center — The village business directory lists this agricultural center at 10 Commerce Street.

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Our Towing Services in Lockbourne

Frequently asked questions

How fast can you get a tow truck to Lockbourne, OH?

We typically reach Lockbourne in 15–30 minutes. We dispatch from our Harrisburg Pike yard in Columbus and have trucks positioned across our Central Ohio service area.

Do you service the area around Rickenbacker International Airport?

Yes. We provide towing and roadside assistance throughout the Rickenbacker area, including the airport lots, Rickenbacker Parkway, Alum Creek Drive, and the surrounding distribution centers. Our fleet handles passenger vehicles, vans, and light- and medium-duty commercial vehicles.

What services do you offer in Lockbourne?

We offer a complete range of towing and roadside assistance services in Lockbourne, including flatbed towing, wheel lift towing, jump starts, tire changes, fuel delivery, and lockout services.

Are your services available 24/7 in Lockbourne?

Yes, all of our services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in Lockbourne and the surrounding areas. We are always ready to help, day or night.

Can you tow vehicles from the historic Ohio and Erie Canal area?

Absolutely. We can safely tow vehicles from the streets and lots around the Lockbourne Locks and the canal corridor. Our operators are trained to work carefully in narrow, historic locations.

Do you offer long-distance towing from Lockbourne?

Yes, we can tow your vehicle to any destination you need, whether it's a local repair shop or a location in another city or state. Contact us for a quote on long-distance towing.

Is there an extra charge for after-hours service in Lockbourne?

Our rates are quoted upfront when you call, whatever the time of day. Call (740) 812-9489 and dispatch will give you a clear price before a truck is sent.

How much does it cost for a tow in Lockbourne?

The cost of a tow in Lockbourne depends on the type of service needed, the size of your vehicle, and the distance of the tow. We offer competitive pricing and will provide you with a clear, upfront quote when you call.

Reviews from Lockbourne customers

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  • ★★★★★ · Verified job
    “Jesse did a fantastic job! Jesse was so friendly and put me so much at ease in my distress! He's great!”
    Debra C. · Sep 18, 2026 · Tow
    Jesse · Lockbourne

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Contact & Service Area

Roadside Towing & Recovery Inc (dba Columbus Roadside Towing).
Corporate office (private, no walk-ins): 3879 Regatta Ct, Lewis Center, OH 43035
Tow yard & impound lot: 1620 Harrisburg Pike, Columbus, OH 43223
(740) 812-9489 · chris@columbusroadsidetowing.com

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