About this Location

Facility Overview

Lot 1, situated at 31970 Allen Lane in Albany, Oregon, serves as a primary open-air surface parking facility strategically positioned alongside the Linn-Benton Community College (LBCC) campus. Encompassing an expansive layout with approximately 500 vehicle stalls, this parking area accommodates the daily transit needs of college students, faculty, staff, and visitors attending community programming and campus events. Because it is a ground-level, uncovered surface lot, Lot 1 features completely open vertical clearance with no overhead clearance restrictions, making it an outstanding parking option for standard passenger vehicles, oversized pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, conversion vans, and utility vehicles that cannot clear standard parking garage height limits.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Located on the southern periphery of Albany near the intersection of Allen Lane and Pacific Boulevard (Oregon Route 99E), Lot 1 offers immediate pedestrian access to the Linn-Benton Community College campus and surrounding local destinations:

Linn-Benton Community College Campus: Direct on-foot access to core academic buildings, lecture halls, and administrative offices across the campus mall (1–5 minutes walk).
Russell Tripp Center / Takena Hall: Albany\'s renowned campus performing arts venue hosting community theater, musical concerts, and lecture series (3–6 minutes walk).
LBCC Athletics Complex: Easy walking distance to LBCC\'s baseball diamonds, gymnasiums, and physical education facilities (4–7 minutes walk).
South Albany & Tangent Corridors: Situated just a short drive (3–5 minutes) from local dining establishments, retail centers, and community parks along Pacific Boulevard SW and Highway 99E.
Timber-Linn Memorial Park & Linn County Fair & Expo Center: Accessible within a quick 8 to 10-minute drive northeast via Route 99E and Pacific Boulevard.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Lot 1 is engineered for convenient vehicular access from SW Allen Lane, which connects seamlessly to Pacific Boulevard SW (Highway 99E). Ingress and egress are straightforward via wide, two-way access aprons that keep traffic flowing steadily during morning class starts, shift changes, and evening event conclusions. Regional commuters can reach the facility quickly from Interstate 5 via Highway 34 or Knox Butte Road. For public transit users, the lot is located in close proximity to Albany Transit System (ATS) bus routes and the Linn-Benton Loop, which provides essential intercity bus transit directly connecting Albany and Corvallis (including Oregon State University).

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Expansive Surface Parking: Generous outdoor lot offering approximately 500 clearly marked parking spaces with spacious drive aisles.
Unrestricted Headroom: Fully open-air format with zero vertical clearance barriers, welcoming tall vehicles, lifted trucks, and roof-rack-equipped autos.
ADA Accessible Stalls: Designated accessible parking spaces located near primary walkways and curb ramps to ensure barrier-free transit.
Campus Security & Illumination: Monitored by campus public safety patrols and illuminated by comprehensive perimeter lighting during evening hours.
Transit Integration: Located adjacent to established transit stops servicing local Albany and regional Linn-Benton bus services.

Ideal For

Students & College Faculty: Fast, dependable daily parking within steps of classrooms, computer labs, and department offices.
Campus Event Attendees: Convenient staging ground for theatergoers and guests attending productions at the Russell Tripp Center or LBCC athletic competitions.
Oversized Vehicle Drivers: An effortless alternative to restrictive parking garages for motorists with high-roof vans, work trucks, or commercial pickups.
Regional Commuters & Park-and-Ride Users: Excellent staging location for drivers transferring to regional transit options between Albany and Corvallis.

Visitor & Driver Tips

To ensure a smooth parking experience, visitors should plan their arrival ahead of peak class changeover times, typically between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM on weekday mornings. During special community events or theatrical performances held on campus, spaces fill up faster than usual, so arriving 15 to 20 minutes prior to scheduled start times is advised. Drivers should confirm current campus parking permit regulations or visitor pass policies, as LBCC enforces term parking permits and dedicated visitor spaces during standard instructional hours.