Texas Tech University

Construction Projects

Construction on Akron Avenue will begin Monday, May 19, 2025, and proceed in two phases (see map below). Expect traffic disruptions in the area. 

Phase I (May 19-June 21, 2025) 

  • Location: Akron Avenue, from north of 15th Street to the Akron-Broadway intersection. 
  • Impact: 
    • This section of Akron will be fully closed to traffic. 
    • Memorial Circle inbound and outbound traffic will use the north side (westbound lanes) of Broadway. 
  • Action: Use alternate routes and allow extra travel time. 

Phase II (June 22-July 28, 2025) 

  • Location: Construction shifts to the northern portion of the Akron- Broadway intersection. 
  • Impact: 
    • Akron Avenue from 15th Street to Broadway reopens. 
    • Northbound access to Akron Avenue via Broadway will be closed. 
    • Access to north Akron remains available via Glenna Goodacre Boulevard. 
    • Memorial Circle inbound and outbound traffic will use the south side (eastbound lanes) of Broadway. 
  • Action: Use alternate routes and allow extra travel time. 

Note: Timelines may shift due to weather-related delays. 

We appreciate your patience and understanding as teams work to improve this critical campus roadway. For questions, contact us at operation@ttu.edu or (806)742-OPS. 

Map of Campus Showing Construction Zone