Construction.
March 2025: North elevator scheduled to open. South entrance closure begins for south bridge replacement.
RIDER ALERT
The south entrance will be CLOSED for construction on the new south pedestrian bridge beginning March 24. All station access will be on north side.
- No change to rail service.
- Bus routes 2, 19, and 34 will be rerouted to the north lot.
- South parking lot will be closed. Parking is available in the north lot. Parking for Station Soccer will remain open.
- A shuttle service will run between the north and south lots.
Image Description: The above image shows the staging of the new south pedestrian bridge in the south parking lot at East Lake after delivery. The bridge sits on top of support beams as crew members secure the top and side. The sun sets in the background.
Project Overview
East Lake Station opened in 1979 and is one of the first stations being renovated under MARTA’s Station Rehabilitation Program. Renovations include a new pedestrian bridge and new elevator on the north side along with a new pedestrian bridge on the south side.
Project Timeline
The installation of the new north pedestrian bridge was completed in December 2024 and the new south bridge arrived on site in January 2025. Upcoming project milestones include
- March 21, 2025
- New date for opening of north elevator. (Delayed from February 2025 due to a change in foundation and electrical design.) Until then, customers needing ADA access can continue using the south side of the station.
- March 24, 2025
- South bridge and parking lot CLOSED for construction. All station access will be on north side.
- Summer 2025
- Temporary road closures of College Avenue and Park Place for removal and replacement of existing bridge. Stay tuned for more information.
Continue to visit this site for additional information and sign up for email updates below. Your patience is greatly appreciated as we strive to improve the station and accessibility.
Image description: A member of the construction crew stands on a ladder inside of the new north pedestrian bridge installing signage. The bridge is complete with new flooring, handrails, ceiling, and lighting.
Project Features:
- New elevator on north side of the station
- New cleaner, safer pedestrian bridges on north and south sides
- Parking lot improvements with resurfacing, striping, ADA improvements, light poles, and surveillance cameras
Image Description: The image above is taken from the ground looking up into the elevator shaft as natural light streams in. The elevator is complete with new elevator rails, glass, and brightly painted orange windowpanes.
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Please submit comments regarding the project via email to:
Aubrey Bickerstaff, MARTA Project Manager
abickerstaff@itsmarta.com
404-848-6448