Why U.S. Bank Stadium Is Getting Third Turf Surface Since 2016 Opening

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While synthetic turf is certainly more durable than natural grass, it's not indestructible, and the surface at U.S. Bank Stadium has seen sufficient use to warrant a second replacement in the relatively short life of the Minnesota Vikings' home venue.

As reported by Minnesota Public Radio, the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority is seeking information from contractors that could be chosen to swap out the synthetic turf next year — the third surface since U.S. Bank Stadium opened in 2016. The stadium not only hosts the Vikings, but also prep sports championships and other premier sporting and entertainment events, and the wear and tear is enough to warrant replacement of materials that under less-stress can last at least eight years and often more.

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