Unm Hospital Parking And Transportation Services is alerting permit holders and visitors to temporary traffic modifications. These changes are necessary due to the ongoing construction of the new UNM Hospital Tower and Patient parking structure. These adjustments may impact your commute, particularly on Saturday, February 27, from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. New traffic patterns, including lane closures on Tucker Avenue, will specifically affect access to and from UNM North Campus. It is crucial for anyone utilizing UNM hospital parking and transportation to be aware of these changes to ensure smooth transit.
Tucker Avenue Closure Details (Saturday, Feb. 27)
On Saturday, February 27th, significant traffic adjustments will be in place on Tucker Avenue to facilitate construction activities related to the new hospital tower and parking facility. Understanding these changes is vital for navigating UNM Hospital parking and transportation during this period.
- The westbound traffic lane on Tucker Avenue, specifically between Yale Boulevard and Camino de Salud, will be completely closed from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM. This closure also includes the shared westbound bike route, impacting cyclists as well as vehicular traffic.
- Despite the westbound closure, eastbound access to the UNMH/BBRP north entrance, which includes the patient parking structure, will remain available. This access point can be reached via Tucker Avenue and Yale Boulevard, following the designated yellow line route. This ensures continued access to essential UNM hospital parking areas.
- For those exiting the UNMH/BBRP north area, including from the patient parking structure, alternative routes will be necessary. Traffic will be directed to proceed eastbound from the Yale and Tucker intersection towards Stanford Drive NE. From Stanford Drive, drivers can then access Indian School Road, Girard Boulevard, or Lomas Boulevard, following the green line route. This detour is designed to maintain traffic flow while the westbound lane is closed, ensuring efficient UNM hospital parking and transportation access.
Hospital and North Campus Access Points
While Tucker Avenue experiences temporary modifications, key access points to the hospital and North Campus will remain open, minimizing disruption to overall UNM hospital parking and transportation.
- The Lomas/University and Lomas/Stanford access points and crosswalks will remain open. These access points serve as crucial arteries for reaching the main campus and will continue to function normally throughout the construction period.
- Pedestrian access will also be maintained. The sidewalk along the north side of Tucker Avenue, between Yale and Camino de Salud, will remain open for pedestrian use. This ensures that individuals walking to and from UNM Hospital parking and transportation facilities can do so safely.
- Access to UNM Facilities Management, Planning Design & Construction, and the Lock Shop will be maintained via the service road that runs parallel to the west side of the AMAFCA channel. This service road, intersecting with Tucker, will continue to operate as a two-way street, providing uninterrupted access to these essential facilities.
By understanding these temporary traffic changes, all permit holders and visitors can better navigate UNM Hospital parking and transportation on February 27th. Planning your route in advance and allowing for extra travel time can help mitigate any inconvenience caused by these necessary construction activities.
