traffic impacts

Fall 2026 Return to Campus – Major Impacts

Fall instruction starts on Wednesday, September 23, and we expect increased traffic and parking congestion in the first few days of the quarter. Consider adjusting your regular commute (telework, bus, bike, carpool) and check this page for parking structure and lot fill status updates between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m.

Construction Traffic Congestion - Northbound La Rue at Blue Ridge Road

Northbound La Rue has been constrained to one lane at Blue Ridge Road due to an ongoing construction project. Please consider using one of the following options to exit the campus until construction via one of the following: 

  • I-80 via Southbound Old Davis Road
  • SR-113 via Westbound Hutchison Drive
  • 1st Street via Northbound Old Davis Road 

Your choices will help alleviate congestion on La Rue. Thank you for your assistance. 

April 6: Construction with Impacts to Orchard Park Drive

As early as Monday, April 6, northbound Orchard Park Drive south of the greenhouses for the ongoing Big Shift Hot Water Project. 

Vehicles are being detoured through Parking Lot 30 and back to Hutchison Drive. Bicyclists and pedestrians are being detoured on the path just south of the Colleges at La Rue. 

Please anticipate delays in the area consider changing your commute route to avoid the construction area altogether.