Current Status
Construction. New north pedestrian bridge is open. North elevator scheduled to open in February 2025.
Image Description: The above image shows the new steel pedestrian bridge complete with netting around the exterior of the bridge along with the MARTA logo and new lighting. In the background, a train pulls into East Lake Station while the sun sets.
Project Overview
East Lake Station opened in 1979 and is one of the first stations being renovated under MARTA’s Station Rehabilitation Program. The first phase includes a new pedestrian bridge and new elevator on the north side followed by a new pedestrian bridge in the south during
phase two.
Image description:
This image shows the interior of the new north pedestrian bridge at Indian
Creek Station. The bridge is complete with new flooring, handrails,
ceiling, and lighting.
Project Timeline
- December 10, 2024: New north pedestrian bridge and parking opens.
- December – January 2025: North parking lot reopens in stages. Some portions of south parking lot closed for construction storage.
- February 2025: North-side elevator scheduled to open. Until then, customers needing mobility access can continue using the south side of the station
- Spring 2025: South bridge and parking lot closed for construction. All buses and station access will be on north side. Specific dates will be announced when available.
Throughout
both phases, station soccer on the north side remains open.
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: The center of the photo shows the north elevator complete with new glass windowpanes and a fresh coat of orange paint on the outside. The elevator connects to the new north pedestrian bridge on the left. A bright and vibrant mural is displayed on the outside of the wall between the elevator and bridge.
Station Rehabilitation Program 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
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Please submit comments regarding the project via email to:
Aubrey Bickerstaff, MARTA Project Manager
abickerstaff@itsmarta.com
404-848-6448