Jun. 3, 2026

Road maintenance is underway on Tarkanian Way around the Thomas & Mack Center (TMC). The project will extend the roadway’s lifespan and improve traffic flow and safety. Work is expected to be completed by the end of June, prior to NBA Summer League events. During construction, please be aware of the following closures:

  • Tarkanian Way extending from Thomas and Mack Center (TMC) Drive to East Harmon Avenue is closed to all traffic. 
  • All roads around and behind TMC are closed.
  • The surface parking lot known as the Thunder Lot is closed. 

Please note: These closures do not apply to the University Police Department and other first responders.

Alternative Parking and Routes 

  • Parking is available in the Tropicana Garage and the surface lots surrounding the TMC if entering on the south side of campus
  • Alternative Route 1: To access Harmon Ave. area 
    • Take University Center Dr. heading north to Harmon Ave. and turn east
  • Alternative Route 2: To access the south side of campus 
    • Take Tropicana Avenue turning north onto Wilbur Avenue or take University Center Drive turning right onto Thomas and Mack Drive.

Map Details

Aerial photo map of the Thomas and Mack Center area showing construction-related road closures highlighted in green. Access roads behind and around the Thomas and Mack Center will be closed to all traffic, including the route from Tarkanian Way to the north side of the Tropicana Garage. Tarkanian Way in front of the Thomas and Mack Center, from Thomas and Mack Center Drive to East Harmon Avenue, will also be closed. Thunder Lot will remain closed. Closures are expected to last through June 30.

Aerial photo map of the Thomas and Mack Center area showing construction-related road closures highlighted in green.

Aerial photo map of the Tropicana Garage and Dayton Complex north of Wilbur Street. A red arrow marks the cart path north of the Dayton Complex, showing that golf carts can bypass the closed access roads around and behind the Thomas and Mack Center by using the route between the Tropicana Garage and Gym Road.

Aerial photo map of the Tropicana Garage and Dayton Complex north of Wilbur Street.

 

Due to the fluid nature of construction, this information is subject to change. We will do our best to provide timely communication if changes are necessary. Visit the Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements webpage for all campus project updates. 

Contact Michael Kwiecien by email or call 702-895-5750. Additional inquiries may be directed to Planning and Construction.