Low elevation, about 290 feet
Drain is near sea level in terms of cooking, so appliances run as rated. The planning questions are power, water, and drainage, which we work through with you.
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Drain, Oregon Mobile Kitchen Trailer Rentals and Dishwashing Trailers
Drain sits at the crossroads of Oregon Routes 99 and 38, on a pass in the Coast Range at 289 feet. Charles J. Drain gave land to the railroad in 1871, and the town incorporated in 1887. It has a Mediterranean climate, with dry summers, wet winters and a record 109 degrees recorded in July 2015.
We rent mobile kitchen trailers, dishwashing trailers, and emergency refrigeration trailers as short-term rentals or long-term leases. Call any hour or request availability and a quote for your Drain site.
- County
- Douglas County
- Elevation
- About 290 ft
- Typical January low
- 38°F
- Typical July high
- 88°F
Elevation from the Open-Meteo elevation model. Temperatures are averages for January lows and July highs in 2022 to 2024, from Open-Meteo reanalysis data.
What the conditions mean for a rental in Drain
Mild winters, lows near 38°F
January lows near 38°F rarely threaten water lines, so winter rentals are straightforward. Cold storage still needs a steady power supply.
July highs near 88°F
Warm summers, with highs near 88°F, push refrigeration harder and make a hot cooking line uncomfortable. We plan ventilation and ask where the trailer can sit in shade.
Delivery from Salem
Drain is roughly 90 miles from Salem, within regional reach. The final road conditions and delivery window are confirmed with you before anything ships.
Where a mobile kitchen helps in Drain
Summer heat and coolers
Drain hit a record 109 degrees on July 31, 2015, and summers are dry. A walk-in cooler already working hard in that heat can fail, putting a school cafeteria, restaurant or care facility's stock at risk. A refrigeration trailer gives them a place to keep food safe while repairs happen.
Winter storms and flooding
Drain has recorded 7.70 inches of rain in a single day, and in March 2025 Douglas County saw extensive flooding with a state emergency declared. Flooded or powerless kitchens in the county can leave facilities unable to serve meals. A trailer with cooking lines can keep meal service going.
Civic Center community events
A local newspaper's calendar for July 2024 listed a Party in the Park at the Drain Civic Center on two days. Park-based community events, fundraisers and reunions here may need more kitchen and cleanup capacity than a hall provides, which a trailer can supply.
- Emergency refrigeration during summer heat spells
- Meal service after storm or flood outages
- Park event catering and dishwashing support
Delivery from our Salem warehouse to Drain
We keep equipment in Salem, the Oregon capital, and plan every delivery from there. Drain is about 90 miles from the warehouse as the crow flies; the actual road route, timing, and any permits are confirmed when we quote.
Getting a trailer to Drain
From the Salem warehouse, Drain is reached by driving south on Interstate 5 to the Drain exit. The town sits at the junction of Routes 99 and 38 in the Coast Range. Winter ice on I-5 can slow travel, so check TripCheck before leaving.
From Drain, Yoncalla is about 4 miles away, Elkton about 13 miles, and Oakland about 17 miles, so one route can often serve more than one of them.
We confirm the exact route and any seasonal limits for your address at quote.
Open 24/7
Emergency deployment, any hour
Drain's weather swings from 109-degree summer days to a record low of 0 degrees in 1962, and heavy rain has flooded parts of Douglas County. A 24/7 emergency deployment can cover failed refrigeration or a kitchen knocked out by storms.
Kitchen trailers available for Drain
The kitchen line runs from a compact 24 ft trailer to a 40 ft bulk-cooking unit. Match the size to your daily meal count and menu, and check that your site can supply 220V single-phase power. The rates below are monthly starting prices, and the quote sets the final figure.
| Trailer | Cooking equipment | Also on board | Power | Starting rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 ft Mobile Kitchen | Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | $4,995 / month |
| 26 ft Baby Bulk Kitchen | Confirmed at quote | 3-compartment sink, Handwashing sink, Prep table, Mop sink, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | Price by quote |
| 28 ft Mobile Kitchen | Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | $4,995 / month |
| 38 ft Mobile Kitchen | Deep fryer, Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Mobile Kitchen | Double-stack convection oven, Deep fryer, Tilting skillet, Griddle / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Mobile Combo Kitchen | Deep fryers, Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer, Walk-in cooler | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Bulk Kitchen | Specifications by quote | Specifications by quote | By quote | $10,995 / month |
| 40 ft Bulk Combo Kitchen | Double-stack convection oven, Deep fryer, Tilting skillet, Griddle / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer, Walk-in cooler | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $10,995 / month |
| 38 ft All Electric Kitchen | Specifications by quote | Specifications by quote | By quote | Price by quote |
Specifications come from the model descriptions supplied for each trailer. The unit assigned to your rental is confirmed at quote.
Dishwashing and refrigeration for Drain
A kitchen trailer works best with a dish room and cold storage beside it. Each card shows its monthly starting price. Operators in Sutherlin, Creswell, and Veneta face the same choice when a dish room or walk-in cooler goes down.
22-26 ft Low-Temperature Dish Trailer
A push-through low-temperature dishwasher with a soil tray, scraping table, and three-compartment sink.
Starting from $4,995 / month
38 ft Conveyor Dish Trailer
A conveyor-type dishwasher with prep, storage, and a water heater, for the busiest dish rooms.
Starting from $6,995 / month
12 ft Refrigerated Trailer
A small refrigerated trailer for a restaurant or store walk-in that has stopped cooling.
Starting from $1,895 / month
20 ft Refrigerated Trailer
More cold storage for a hospital, school, or hotel that lost its walk-in.
Starting from $1,895 / month
How a rental works
Rentals run by the month, with short-term and long-term options. Delivery, setup, and pickup are coordinated for your site. An inquiry does not reserve equipment; a person confirms availability, delivery time, and terms with you. Hours: open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Setup usually takes about five hours for kitchens and dishwashing trailers and about one hour for refrigeration units, and an inquiry is the first step, not a reservation.
Why choose Simply Indians
When a kitchen closes for a renovation, a repair, or an emergency, the people it feeds still need to eat. Reliable Drain mobile kitchen rentals and a team that picks up the phone keep service running on your schedule.
Accelerated Deployment
From the first call, we line up transport and setup for Drain mobile kitchen rentals in Drain so the kitchen is ready when your crew is.
24/7 Emergency Service
Call (888) 385-5513 any hour. A broken cooler or a closed kitchen does not wait for business hours.
End-to-End Project Support
From picking the right trailer to utility hookups and pickup, one team stays on your job.
Flexible Rental Solutions
Rent by the week or the month, or lease for a longer project, and send the trailer back when you no longer need it.
Heavy-Duty Commercial Equipment
Ranges, ovens, dish machines, and coolers sized for institutional volume, not household appliances.
Experienced Logistics Coordination
Placement, utilities, and wastewater are reviewed with you ahead of delivery so there are no surprises on arrival.
Why clients trust us
We serve commercial and institutional kitchens: healthcare, education, government and military, hospitality, correctional facilities, and caterers. We stand behind what we can confirm: a person on the phone around the clock, delivery and setup coordination, and a quote that spells out terms before you commit.
Emergency refrigeration and kitchen rentals in Drain
When a cooler warms up overnight, a flood closes the kitchen, or an inspector shuts down the dish room, call us and we begin planning the replacement on that call. It helps to have the unit's make, your available power, and the site address ready.
Frequently asked questions
Which agency handles mobile kitchen permits in Drain?
Drain is in Douglas County, which has its own public health agency that handles food service licensing. Rules depend on the type of operation, so contact them with the dates, location and equipment before arranging a trailer to confirm what applies.
Is the Coast Range pass a problem in winter?
Drain is only 289 feet high and the Coast Range pass is low, but Oregon's valley and southern interstate corridors can still see freezing rain and snow. Check TripCheck or call 511 for I-5 and Routes 99 and 38 before any delivery and expect delays during storms.
Do you take emergency calls for Drain?
Yes, around the clock. Phone (888) 385-5513, tell us what failed and where your Drain site is, and we check availability from our Salem warehouse and quote the delivery.
Does an inquiry reserve equipment?
No. We confirm availability, delivery time, and terms with you before anything is reserved.
Get a quote
Send what you know and a person will reply with availability and terms. It helps to have these ready:
- The job site city and state, and the delivery address if you have it.
- Your start date and how long you expect to need the trailer.
- How many people you serve per meal, and the type of service.
- Power available at the site (voltage, phase, amps) and water and wastewater connections.
- Where the trailer will sit, and any gate, slope, or overhead limits.
Emergency? Call (888) 385-5513. We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.