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Station Planning ProcessThe transit station is the area in which transit users get on and off the system and have their first impressions of the Red Line Corridor. Because of this, the planning of stations will be critical to the overall success of the Red Line Study. Determine the Number and General Location of StationsThe proposed Red Line is a 14 mile east-west corridor that connects major employment, residential communities, other existing transit services, and tourism opportunities. This project has examined the various key areas along the corridor to ensure transit service is provided. These key areas include the following:
Because each stop made by the transit vehicle adds time to the overall trip, a rapid system requires fewer stops along the entire corridor to ensure faster commuting times. The number of stations for the Red Line Corridor must be a balance between ensuring that the key areas are provided transit service and maintaining a rapid transit system. Define the Type of StationA station type is defined based upon the purpose of that station in its particular environment. For example, a station in the Central Business District of a city would be defined as a Walk-Up Station Type, not a Station with Parking for Regional Access. The following lists each station type studied within the Red Line Corridor: Neighborhood Walk-Up StationA neighborhood walk-up station refers to a station that is intended for use by patrons within a quarter of a mile of the station. All patrons would walk to this station, thereby eliminating the need for parking accommodations as a part of the station. This type of station can be located within the curb lane of the roadway, the median of the roadway, or split across and intersection within the median of a roadway. Figures 1 and 2 illustrate these layouts. For the Red Line Study, neighborhood walk-up stations would best be used through the Central Business District, Inner Harbor East, Fells Point, and Canton areas. Neighborhood Walk-Up Station with Parking
Multi-modal Station (with Bus Transfers)
Tunnel StationTunnel stations refer to the station platforms that will be located underground for use on the tunnel alignments. These stations (as seen in Figure 3) require adequate platforms for exiting and entering the transit vehicle. In addition, these stations also require pedestrian access from the tunnel station platform to the surface through a pedestrian headhouse. This headhouse is to include both stairwells and ADA compliant vertical component to move pedestrian form underground to the surface.
Conceptual Design – Community-Friendly StationsAs stations are being developed, the following items need to be considered: Character of Station: The architecture of the station should reflect the neighborhoods. They will be consistent with existing master plans. Interconnectivity: Transfers between modes should be designed to provide a seamless ride. Pedestrian Access: Pedestrian connections to the station areas should be safe and convenient between the community and transit station. Safety: Safety at station areas should be addressed with adequate lighting, security, and maintenance. Parking: Each station will be identified for commuter parking, local parking, or no parking. The community will play an important role in considering these items and the overall design and feel of the station, as all stations need to be designed with the surrounding community in mind. The most effective way to design a station is to work with the community planners. Through these community planning efforts, the following can happen:
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