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Originally Posted by pgray
Never been to Lawrenceburg and don't know much about it ... but , I have followed these construction posts and the photo updates with interest !
Questions for those in the know...
1- Is this like a complete new speedway being built in place of the old and in the same track location of the former ?
2- As shown in the photos ... Are those brand new grandstands ? ( and what is the seating capacity ? ).
3- Who owns the Speedway ?
4- What is the projected cost of this upgrade ? ( if it has been published )
Just some things I've wondered about for awhile now. Thanks !
I will definately be going over to take a look later this year !
Paul Gray :greenflag: www.paulgray28.com |
Paul, the new surface is being built over the old track. It's being expanded from 1/4 to 3/8 of a mile, the banking is being increased and a concrete retaining wall added. The main grandstand is a recent structure. The old concrete stands were demolished and replaced a few years ago. Can't remember which year. The City of Lawrenceburg IN owns the facility and has financed these upgrades. It is also the Dearborn County Fairgrounds. The cost of the project upgrade has been reported in the $2.5million range and it will seat between 5000-6000 when it is completed. This is the second phase of the improvements to the track. The first phase was the new grandstand (as mentioned before), new concession buildings and new restroom facilitites. It is a first class place!
I do, however, worry about the new track configuration and how it is going to affect the local racers but, it should be great for the fans.