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How big is Autzen Stadium?

How big is Autzen Stadium?

Capacity crowds will be allowed to watch the Oregon Ducks in 2021 at Autzen Stadium. Autzen Stadium is officially open for business again. Oregon announced Wednesday the 54,000-seat venue will allow fans at full capacity for the 2021 season, which begins Sept. 4 when the Ducks host Fresno State.

How long is Hayward Field?

approximately 420 feet
The elevation of Hayward Field is approximately 420 feet (130 m) above sea level and its infield has a conventional north-south orientation….Hayward Field.

Surface Natural grass infield (1937–present) Dirt / sawdust (1919–1936)
Construction
Broke ground 1919, 102 years ago
Opened 1919 (football) 1921 (track)

What is the largest stadium in Oregon?

Autzen Stadium

Owner Oregon Ducks
Operator University of Oregon
Capacity 54,000, standing room to 60,000(2002–present) 41,698 (1988–2001) 41,097 (1969–1987) 41,078 (1967–1968)
Surface FieldTurf – (2002–present) NeXturf – (2001) OmniTurf – (1984–2000) AstroTurf – (1969–1983) Natural grass – (1967–1968)
Construction

How many people does Autzen hold?

54,000
Autzen Stadium/Capacity

How big is the seating capacity at Autzen Stadium?

Opened 54 years ago in 1967, the stadium has undergone several expansions. The official seating capacity is presently 54,000, however, the actual attendance regularly exceeds that figure.

When did Autzen Stadium open for the University of Oregon?

Opened 53 years ago in 1967, the stadium has undergone several expansions. The official capacity is 54,000. However, attendance at the stadium regularly exceeds 54,000. Prior to 1967, the Ducks’ on-campus stadium was Hayward Field, which they shared with the track and field team.

When did Autzen Stadium start Using FieldTurf?

FieldTurf made its debut in Autzen in 2002, and was replaced in 2010. With up to 8 feet (2.4 m) of gravel fill underneath the field, the original crown of the natural grass field was moderate, with the center of the field approximately one foot (0.30 m) higher than the sidelines. The crown was removed in 2010, and the surface is now flat.

Who was the athletic director of Autzen Stadium?

The history of Autzen Stadium is rich. Former Athletic Director Leo Harris was successful in spearheading the drive to construct a modern and economical football theater to replace historic Hayward Field.