As thousands of Sooner fans prepare for Saturday’s first OU football game of the season, driving and parking on campus and in the surrounding areas will be a problem for fans and Norman law enforcement.
Traffic patterns will resemble those of last year, with Lindsey Street closing between Asp Avenue and Lincoln Avenue, according to the Norman Police Department.
East of Berry Road on Lindsey also will turn into a one-way street for traffic before and after the game. The Norman Police Department confirmed this will happen about two hours before the game.
Norman police warns Sooner fans that parking illegally is not recommended Saturday.
Capt. Tom Easley said fans will be ticketed or even towed if they park in handicap spots when they have no permit, in no parking zones, in fire-lanes or on private property.
“If you block the flow of traffic or driveways, you are going to get towed,” Easley said.
The major construction at the underpass on Robinson Street and Flood Avenue will not be a problem because it is now complete, Easley said.
Those searching for a coveted spot on campus can still find legal places to park. OU property available for public parking will be open for fans for $15.
Jessie Tate of OU Parking Services said OU parking permit holders can park at these locations for free.
Tate said fans should also know about a new parking lot on the east side of Jenkins Avenue across from the Huston Huffman Center that will be completed in the spring.
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