Overview & Suitability
The facility commonly referred to as the Yellow Ramp is a primary parking structure located at 515 23rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, serving the University of Minnesota Medical Center and surrounding West Bank campus areas. It is a multi-level parking garage designed for standard passenger vehicles. Please note that this facility is distinct from various surface lots or private garages found in the downtown Minneapolis Central Business District.
Access, Dimensions & Clearance
The Yellow Ramp is easily accessible via 23rd Avenue South, north of Riverside Avenue. As a standard institutional parking structure, it is built to accommodate standard height passenger vehicles; however, oversized vehicles, RVs, or trailers are generally not permitted due to height and spatial restrictions typical of enclosed medical campus ramps.
Parking Rates, Tariffs & Booking
Parking rates are structured on an hourly basis, often scaling up to a daily maximum. While the facility provides public parking, it also supports university-related events and medical visits. Payment is typically handled via automated pay stations located in facility lobbies, which accept credit cards and cash. Visitors attending specific university functions or clinics may be eligible for parking vouchers to offset costs.
Security & Amenities
The ramp is managed as part of the University of Minnesota parking network, featuring:
- CCTV surveillance and regular patrol monitoring.
- Well-lit interior levels for enhanced safety.
- Designated accessible (ADA) parking spaces located near elevator banks.
- Intercom systems at exit gates for immediate assistance regarding lost tickets or payment issues.
Strategic Alternative
This facility serves as a vital parking alternative for visitors to the Augsburg University campus and the M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center. Its location near major transit routes, including connections to the METRO Green Line, makes it a convenient hub for those accessing the West Bank area, avoiding the heavier congestion of downtown Minneapolis parking structures.
