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Homestead Miami Speedway


	Homestead Miami Speedway Track Diagram
		Homestead-Miami Speedway 1 Speedway Blvd. Homestead, FL 33035-150

Homestead-Miami Speedway is referred to as one of the most beautiful sports facilities in America. It is one of the most ideally located tracks in America, established 25 miles south of Miami International Airport, and looking out over a view of the Miami skyline to the Northeast. In November 1995, Miami Speedway opened in the care of Ralph Sanchez and H. Wayne Huizenga. Cars started their engines on the opening day to a sold out granstand. In 1997, after two seasons of races, the 1.5 mile oval underwent an $8.2 million reconstruction. This transformed the former quad-oval, and its "short-chutes" between the turns, into a continuous-turn oval. This provieded for a more competitive and exciting race venue.

Track Facts Information: Dedication Date: November 3, 1995 Inaugural Race: ( NASCAR Busch Series) Jiffy Lube Miami 300- Nov. 5, 1995 Winner: Dale Jarrett Pole Winner: Joe Nemechek Inaugural NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Race: Pennzoil 400 - Nov. 14, 1999 Winner: Tony Stewart Pole Winner: David Green Inaugural NASCAR Craftsman Truck Race: Florida Dodge Dealers 400 - Mar. 17, 1996 Winner: Dave Rezendes Pole Winner: Geoff Bodine Current Capacity: 65,000 Grandstand seats Facility: 600 acres Tower Building: Equivalent of a 12-story building in height (although only five levels) Course: 1.5 mile oval, 2.21 mile road course Surface: Asphalt Length of front straight: 1,760 feet Length of back straight: 1,760 feet Banking in turns: 20-degrees variable banking Banking in straights: Three degrees Width of Track: 55 feet Pit Road: 1,900 feet long, 50 feet wide Fencing: Over 33 miles of high strength steel cable are used as part of the oval fencing/cable barrier system. More than 9,000 clamps are used to hold this cable in place. The 33 miles of cable is long enough to stretch from Miami to Ft. Lauderdale. Palm Trees: 1005 palm trees of 15 different varieties. Tunnels: Two tunnels, both below sea level. The back tunnel is the southern-most tunnel in the continental United States, and is large enough to hold two tractor-trailer trucks. Lakes: Four lakes were created, providing more than 2.5 million cubic yards of limerock fill to build the speedway. Three of the four lakes are located on the Speedway's property, with two lakes in the infield. The largest of the lakes is 18 acres and stocked with rare Peacock Bass. This lake is deep enough to submerge an entire six-story building. Lights: In 2005 Homestead-Miami Speedway installed state-of-the-art lights throughout the facility, making it possible for Ford Championship Weekend to be held after dark for the first time Electrical System: 2.4 millions watts of power per hour will be necessary to illuminate the Speedway. That is equal to the amount of power needed to light 17,143 blocks with residential street lighting in South Florida Policy Information: The following items are allowed into the event: One (1) soft-sided bag/cooler per person, no larger than 6"x 6"x 12" inches. This rule will be strictly enforced! One (1) clear plastic souvenir bag per person, no larger than 18” x 18” x 4” inches. (Not allowed to contain ice. Please keep ice in cooler.) Cameras and video cameras are allowed on race days. NO strollers, chairs, wagons, bicycles, roller blades, skateboards, pets (unless legally registered aid pets), umbrellas, large back-packs, large bags and/or large camera bags will be allowed through the admission gates. (Bags must be smaller than 6” x 6” x 12”). NO ice, other than ice contained in a soft-sided cooler, will be allowed through the admission gates. NO glass containers/bottles of any kind are allowed. ALL ITEMS BROUGHT THROUGH THE ADMISSION GATES ARE SUBJECT TO INSPECTION BY SECURITY OFFICIALS. No items may be left in or around the gate area. Abandoned items will be disposed of. Guests are free to exit and re-enter the Speedway by collecting a Passout Ticket as they exit the facility. Upon returning to the Speedway present the Passout Ticket along with the race ticket for re-admission. Handicapped Parking: ADA parking is available on a first come, first serve basis in Lots A, E, and the Blue Lot. A disabled license plate or windshield permit must be displayed to access handicapped parking areas Disability Assistance Carts: Homestead-Miami Speedway has a fleet of specially designed golf carts to aid disabled guests who may require assistance. Disability assistance carts may be requested through the Speedway's Information Centers, or by contacting a radio equipped Speedway employee. Please be advised that delays may occur during peak times - immediately before and after the race. Disabled guest transports will occur in the order of the guests' arrival on a first come, first serve basis. Should a disabled guest need transportation from a location other than one of those listed above, a family member or companion is welcome to go to one of these locations and a cart will be dispatched to pick up the disabled Guest. Alcoholic Beverages: Alcoholic beverages may be purchased inside the facility, but may not exit the gates. Beverages served in Hospitality Areas may not be removed or carried to other areas of the facility. Please do not drink and drive. Please choose a designated driver within your group.