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Feb. 6, 2025

Aerial view of Ryan Field

 Steel erection continues along the west side of stadium, with additional concrete deck pours scheduled in the next two weeks. Crews also are preparing for an exciting phase of progress – installation of pre-cast concrete. A second large crane is now on site, ready to lift large concrete panels into place, beginning next week. During this phase, the exterior form of the new stadium will begin to take shape, with most panels in place by fall. 

Soil sample work along the Chancellor St. utility route that was originally scheduled Feb. 6-7 has been delayed. An updated schedule will be posted at RebuildRyanField.com when available.

Jan. 30, 2025

Aerial view of Ryan Field

Construction hit a major milestone this week, as crews poured the first concrete decking in the northeast corner of the stadium's loading dock. Steel erection continues to move clockwise around the stadium bowl, with concrete decking to follow. Crews also are preparing for the arrival of a second large crane next week, for steel and precast stadia erection.

Residents along the Chancellor St. utility route that runs from the west end of the street to Asbury Ave. and Canal Shores will notice equipment on site Feb. 6 and 7 as crews take samples to assess soil conditions. All work will occur during the City of Evanston’s allowable work hours and will not impact access to homes along the utility route.

Jan. 23, 2025

Aerial view of Ryan Field

Most foundation and underground utility work is now complete at the new Ryan Field, as crews prepare for the first concrete deck pour in the coming days. Steel erection also continues around the bowl, along the south edge of the future stadium.

 

Jan. 16, 2025 newsletter update

Aerial view of Ryan Field

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The new stadium is taking shape at the Ryan Field construction site. The first sections of above-grade steel are now visible over the fences, giving neighbors a first glimpse of the future structure. Crews are also busy pouring the first concrete decking and getting to work on the new stadium’s first seating area.

Meanwhile, the concrete foundations are now complete, and the team is pushing forward with the installation of underground utilities. They’re also making progress on metal decking installation, including over the future loading dock.

Residents along the Chancellor St. utility route that runs from the west end of the street to Asbury Ave. and Canal Shores will notice equipment on site Jan. 16 and 17 as crews take samples to assess soil conditions. All work will occur during the City of Evanston’s allowable work hours and will not impact access to homes along the utility route. An additional set of soil samples will be collected in the coming month. Timing for that work will be shared at RebuildRyanField.com as soon as possible.

Jan. 9, 2025

Aerial view of Ryan Field

Crews have finished pouring concrete foundations for the new stadium as the first above-grade level steel becomes visible over the construction fences. Steel erection continues, including construction of the first seating area in the new stadium. 

Installation of metal decking continues over the loading dock area, and preparations have begun to pour the first concrete decking in the coming week. Installation of underground utilities also continues.

Crews also will be taking soil samples Jan. 16 and 17 to assess soil conditions along the utility route from the west end of Chancellor St. to Asbury Ave. and Canal Shores. The work may cause a slight increase in noise. It will occur during the City of Evanston’s allowable work hours and will not impact access to homes along the utility route. An additional set of soil samples will be collected in the coming month. Timing for that work will be shared as soon as possible.

Jan. 3, 2025

Aerial view of Ryan Field

Steel erection continues at the new stadium, moving to the bowl in the coming week. Installation of metal decking also has begun, and the concrete foundations are nearly complete. Installation of underground utilities continues.

 

Dec. 23, 2024 

Aerial view of Ryan Field

Construction activities continue this week, including steel erection, as well as installation of metal decking, concrete foundations, and underground electrical and plumbing.

In observance of the upcoming holidays, construction activities will pause Dec. 25 and Jan. 1.  

 

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