Temporary Construction Notice
An ADA-accessible pedestrian pathway through Winship Circle to the East Mall will be affected by construction from Jan. 12 to Jan. 31.
Pedestrian Pathway Impacts: From Jan. 12 to Jan. 31, the pedestrian ramp in Winship Circle heading west toward East Mall is closed, and pedestrians will need to use the stairs. A temporary ramp will take pedestrians through the Jackson School of Geosciences (JGB) patio. Please follow signage.
ADA Access Impacts: Due to the construction taking place at East Mall, the accessible path to cross through the East Mall between the F.L. Winship Drama Building (WIN) and JGB is temporarily unavailable. An alternate route is available inside the WIN building, where signage will be posted at key locations to assist with wayfinding.
- If traveling from San Jacinto Boulevard, use the ADA route by entering the celebrated entrance on the south side of WIN and proceeding west to the elevators. Take the elevators up to level “T,” then enter the B. Iden Payne Theatre lobby doors and follow the remainder of the construction path upon exiting. Please follow signage.
- If coming from Speedway, follow the ADA route by entering the B. Iden Payne Theatre. Then take the elevator down into WIN, travel east through the building to the celebrated entrance on the south side, and exit through those doors. Please follow signage.
Bicycle Impacts: Bike racks will be moved to the east side of WIN near Waller Creek and San Jacinto Boulevard.
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Project Summary
The project entails improvements to the East Mall. Following the 2025 football season, Winship Circle will be transformed into a pedestrian-friendly space with ADA walkways. The Commemoration of the Precursors will include a reflecting water feature and landscape dedicated to celebrating the alumni who integrated The University of Texas at Austin.
Project Location: This project is located west of San Jacinto Boulevard on E 23rd Street, including Winship Circle, the roundabout area east of East Mall Fountain. The barricaded area will be around the East Mall Fountain between Jackson Geological Sciences Building and Patton Hall, including the surrounding sidewalks.
Project Impacts
Pedestrian impacts: The south stairs adjacent to the East Mall Fountain and Patton Hall will be closed. The pedestrian pathway along the WIN and JGB building will remain accessible. All building entrances will remain open.
Traffic Impacts: There are no expected impacts to roadways or vehicular travel; however, personal vehicles are not permitted to enter Winship Circle. Only construction and commercial deliveries will have access.
Bicycle impacts: Bike lanes will not be affected. Bicyclists are encouraged to refer to the City of Austin Bike Map.
Parking Impacts: All parking spots located in Winship Circle are unavailable.
Contact
If you have questions about this project, please contact construction@utexas.edu.