About this Location

Facility Overview

The Lower Massey Lot is an open-air surface parking facility situated on Massey Way within the Robert Morris University (RMU) main campus in Moon Township, Pennsylvania. Serving students, university faculty, campus staff, and event guests, this lot provides expansive grade-level parking directly adjacent to university academic buildings and athletic complexes. Because it is a surface lot without multi-level overhead clearance structures, the Lower Massey Lot easily accommodates standard passenger vehicles, compact cars, full-size SUVs, extended-bed pickup trucks, and high-roof transport vans. Wide driving aisles and clearly marked perpendicular parking stalls allow for smooth maneuvering and stress-free parking throughout the academic year.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Located in the heart of the RMU collegiate footprint, the Lower Massey Lot offers exceptional access to core campus destinations and Moon Township community venues:

Massey Hall & Academic Complex: Situated just steps away, providing rapid pedestrian access for students and faculty attending lectures and seminars.
UPMC Events Center: Located within a short 5- to 8-minute walk, making this lot a convenient staging area during RMU Colonials NCAA Division I basketball and volleyball matchups, regional trade events, graduation ceremonies, and major live concerts.
Joe Walton Stadium: Approximately a 7-minute stroll, ideal for fans attending RMU Colonials football and lacrosse games.
Nicholson Center: Within a 5-minute walk, giving visitors easy access to student dining options, campus bookstores, and administrative offices.
University Boulevard Corridor: Located minutes from major shopping plazas, casual eateries, and hotels lining University Boulevard and Beaver Grade Road.
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT): Located roughly 10 minutes south along Interstate 376, making the area a convenient pitstop for airport-bound travelers visiting campus.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress to the Lower Massey Lot are managed via Massey Way, branching directly off Campus Drive and winding through the upper academic plateau. The lot enjoys streamlined connection to University Boulevard (PA-51), which quickly links drivers to Interstate 376 (Parkway West), Route 60, and Interstate 79 for regional commuting across Allegheny and Beaver counties. Public transit commuters can utilize Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) bus routes, including the 21 Coraopolis and 25 Mount Nebo Express connections along University Boulevard and surrounding Moon Township transit stops. Pedestrian walkways, lighted sidewalks, and ADA-compliant ramps connect the lot directly to the primary pedestrian walkways of the RMU campus.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Sky Configuration: Unrestricted vertical clearance suitable for tall utility vehicles, light trucks, and vans.
Designated Accessible Stalls: Clearly marked ADA parking spaces positioned adjacent to primary curb ramps and crosswalks.
Campus Lighting & Security: Monitored regularly by Robert Morris University Police Department patrols and illuminated with high-output light poles.
Direct Sidewalk Access: Paved, illuminated pathways linking directly to campus academic halls and athletic venues.
Digital Permitting & Signage: Controlled through RMU campus parking administration, visitor passes, and event parking signage.

Ideal For

University Students & Faculty: Everyday academic commuting with direct access to classrooms and departmental offices.
Athletic & Concert Attendees: Fans attending athletic matches at Joe Walton Stadium and arena shows at the UPMC Events Center.
Campus Visitors & Guests: Prospective students, guest lecturers, and families attending collegiate open houses and commencement ceremonies.

Visitor & Driver Tips

During the standard academic semester (Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM), university permit regulations are strictly enforced by campus parking authorities; visitors should ensure they obtain a temporary guest permit or follow designated mobile visitor parking instructions posted on site. On marquee event nights at the UPMC Events Center or home football game weekends, arrive 30 to 45 minutes prior to scheduled start times to navigate campus traffic easily and secure a prime space. Set your navigation device specifically to Massey Way or Robert Morris University to avoid dead-end service alleys surrounding campus facilities.