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Baylor University anticipates large crowds at the football season opener against Auburn, but ongoing construction may lead to traffic disruptions. Lane closures on I-35 and a sewer relocation project on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard could create delays. Fans are advised to allow extra travel time and consider alternative routes to McLane Stadium. These preparations aim to ensure minimal disruption and enhance the game day experience. The university is coordinating with TxDOT for traffic control plans to help fans arrive on time and enjoy pre-game activities.
Waco – Baylor University’s football season opener against Auburn on August 29 is anticipated to draw large crowds, but fans should prepare for possible traffic disruptions due to ongoing construction. The combination of heightened football season traffic and road work could create unexpected delays as spectators make their way to McLane Stadium.
Since the summer, lane closures on I-35 south of the university have already been a source of increased traffic congestion. These closures include a notable blockage of the southbound exit across from Chick-fil-A, which has been particularly impactful as football season approaches. Anticipating a surge in attendees, Senior Associate Athletics Director Drew Pittman has advised fans to plan their travel accordingly.
To mitigate potential delays, Pittman recommends that fans allow extra travel time and consider alternative routes to the stadium. He has acknowledged the importance of reaching the game on time and fully enjoying the game day atmosphere, underscoring the value of camaraderie that comes with attending such an event.
Waco President Linda Livingstone has also recognized the challenges posed by the ongoing construction for the game on August 29. She has suggested that attendees utilize La Salle Avenue or Loop 340 as alternative routes to access I-35 or navigate through other areas of Waco during the game night. Furthermore, there is an ongoing sewer relocation project on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, which may compound traffic issues on the day of the game.
In response to the anticipated challenges, Baylor University is coordinating with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to implement modified traffic control plans that will enhance the efficiency of entry and exit to McLane Stadium. These traffic adjustments are aimed at ensuring that fans experience minimal disruption while traveling to the stadium.
In light of potential delays, fans are encouraged to arrive early at the stadium to make the most of pre-game tailgating activities. This tradition not only fosters a sense of community among attendees but also adds to the overall enjoyment of the game day experience.
For those seeking updates on road closures and traffic conditions, additional information will be available on the City of Waco’s official website. With the start of the football season upon them, Baylor fans are optimistic for an exciting opener against Auburn and are urged to take necessary precautions to ensure a smooth journey to the game.
As the August 29 game date approaches, mobilizing ahead of time and familiarizing oneself with alternate routes will be key strategies for fans hoping to avoid delays. The combination of traffic and construction challenges serves as a reminder of the importance of planning ahead to fully enjoy the football season kickoff.
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- Baylor Lariat: Baylor Football Fans Face Roadblock I-35 Construction
- KCEN: Construction to Cause Major Gameday Traffic in Waco
- KXXV: Traffic Alert Races Set for Cameron Park and Downtown Waco Saturday
- Wikipedia: Waco, Texas
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Waco
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