GOODYEAR, AZ — Buc-ee's Travel Center's grand opening in Goodyear takes place on June 22, and the city is actively preparing for the event!
Buc-ee's first Arizona location is located off Interstate 10 along Bullard Avenue. It will occupy 74,000 square feet and offer 120 fueling positions.
The city of Goodyear shared that on June 22, the parking lot at Buc-ee's opens at midnight, with doors opening at 6 a.m., followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 8 a.m.
Officials are urging drivers and store visitors to make sure their car is stocked with plenty of water, snacks, and gas, due to expected traffic.
"Treat this like a major event, not a quick convenience stop," city officials said in a news release.
TRAFFIC ROUTE
Goodyear officials announced that a designated Buc-ee's travel route will be in effect on opening day and remain until traffic control is no longer needed. Drivers should “expect slow-moving to standstill traffic at times.”
Here’s what to know:
- There will be a 6.5-mile route that will loop through the city and lead directly into Buc-ee's parking lot.
- All traffic to Buc-ee's must exit I-10 at Bullard Avenue, as both directions of the I-10/Bullard off-ramps will be designated solely for Buc-ee's access.
The Arizona Department of Transportation is also urging drivers to be aware of slowdowns and delays along I-10 in the area.
“Law enforcement officers will be on site to let drivers know that parking along freeways, including shoulders, is not permitted,” ADOT said in a news release.
Drivers should consider alternate routes if they are not traveling to the Buc-ee’s opening, as high traffic volume is expected from June 22-28.
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To manage expected traffic and emergency response for the grand opening, the city of Goodyear has issued a moratorium on all construction within the public right-of-way in the immediate vicinity from June 21 to July 6.
