Flushing, Queens, NY

Stadium Features

Construction photos of Citi Field were taken 2/08, 10/08 & 3/09

 

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Citi Field Features

Cost: $632 million footed by the team
Dimensions: 335-L, 379-LC, 408-C, 383-RC, 330-R

INTIMATE WORLD CLASS FACILITY
Baseball-only design
Approximately 45,000 total capacity
Seating angled toward the infield and positioned lower and closer to the field
360° circulation on Concourse level with full field views

COMFORT & CONVENIENCE
Wider seats and more legroom between rows; wider concourses for easier access
More restroom facilities and concession areas to reduce lines; more elevators to facilitate movement

FAN-FRIENDLY PARK
Expanded Fan Fest family entertainment area
Sit-down restaurant in left field with field-view seating
State-of-the-art video boards and sound system
Significant access enhancements with full ADA compliance

BETWEEN THE LINES
Natural grass playing field
Field dimensions and distinctive asymmetrical outfield wall make this a traditional pitcher's park
Right field "porch" in fair territory extends eight feet out over the field

EASY ACCESS
Parking lot is more efficient with new points of entry
   8,500 spaces between on-site and adjacent off-site parking
 3,680 spaces in remote lots in surrounding areas
Existing Subway and Long Island Railroad access in close proximity to main entrance

CLASSIC DESIGN
Exterior facade and main entry rotunda inspired by Ebbets Field (Brooklyn, 1913-57)
Red brick, granite and cast stone comprise the construction materials of the exterior facade
Exposed steel will be a very dark blue and the seats will be dark green
Landscaping, lighting, banners, and plaza finishes will be designed to enhance the ambient environment for the fans  

New Yankee Stadium

All recent photogrphy by Steve Orinick.

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