Explosives brought down west side of Oregon State Reserves Stadium as part of $153 million renovation
CORVALLIS, Ore. – Oregon State blew up part of the Reserve Stadium, starting the next phase of the facility’s renovation project.
Athletic director Scott Barnes detonated explosives on the west side of the building on Friday morning, with a crowd watching from a safe distance.
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The $153 million renovation project is expected to be completed before the 2023 football season. The new addition will include a wellness center for students and faculty at Oregon State, as well as as a welcome center on campus.
The east side of Reser Stadium was renovated prior to the 2005 season, adding seating and plush boxes. The State of Oregon added a terrace area the following year in the northern end area, adjacent to the Valley Soccer Center.
The Beavers will continue to play at the stadium while construction continues.
