After months of closed streets and sidewalks, Lindsey Street reopened Wednesday in time for the Sooners to kickoff football season.

Gameday tailgating and fan experience will be minimally affected, said Chris Shilling, university spokesman.

Shilling said he is uncertain about how much space will be available for tailgating compared to the past.

“We cannot tell exactly how much space will be available for tailgating because the area is still being cleaned up, but we do know it will be a large portion,” he said.

Reopening Lindsey Street will be good for fans this weekend said University College freshman Raymond Flood.

“It obviously allows more tailgating to happen, which in turn provides a better environment for Sooner fans,” Flood said.

Further construction on Lindsey Street should not interfere with traffic, Shilling said.