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69th station
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69th is a station on the Chicago Transit Authority's 'L' system, serving the Red Line. The station is located in the median of the Dan Ryan Expressway, within the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood. This station connects with the second most bus routes (first is 95th/Dan Ryan) on the Dan Ryan Branch, and is one of the terminals for the N5 South Shore Night Bus (the other is 95th/Dan Ryan). This makes it an important connection for buses, especially Night Owl connections.
Key Information
69th closed from May to October 2013 as part of the Red Line South Reconstruction project.[4]
History
[edit]The Normal Park Branch, built by the South Side Elevated Railroad, ran as a short shuttle service from Harvard station to Parnell and 69th Street, a half mile west from the Dan Ryan. This service had very low ridership and the line was demolished by 1954.
69th was built in a modern, International style featuring large amounts of steel and glass and very little amenities, to complement the design of the brand new stainless-steel 2200 series trains that ran on the brand-new line.
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[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Buck, Thomas (September 25, 1969). "New 'L' Route to Open With a Free Ride". The Chicago Tribune. p. 1. Retrieved December 9, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Cleaveland, Robert (September 27, 1969). "Dedicate Ryan's CTA". The Daily Calumet. Chicago, Illinois. p. 1. Retrieved December 9, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Annual Ridership Report – Calendar Year 2024" (PDF). Chicago Transit Authority. January 22, 2025. Retrieved April 8, 2025.
- ^ "CTA Red Line South Reconstruction Project". transitchicago.com. Archived from the original on April 30, 2015. Retrieved April 30, 2015.
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69th station
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Overview
Location and layout
The 69th Street station is located at the intersection of 69th Street and Roosevelt Avenue in the Woodside neighborhood of Queens, New York City, with geographic coordinates of 40°44′46.53″N 73°53′48.66″W.[1] This elevated station serves as a local stop on the IRT Flushing Line for the 7 train, connecting riders to Manhattan and other parts of Queens. The surrounding area includes residential communities and commercial areas along Roosevelt Avenue, contributing to its role as a key access point for local commuters.[2] The station features an elevated structure with three tracks and two side platforms. The center track is used for peak-direction express 7 trains during rush hours, which bypass the station, while local trains stop on the outer tracks. Platforms are equipped with beige windscreens, brown canopies with green supports in the center sections, black fencing at the ends, and standard black-and-white signage. The northbound platform includes a closed work stair at its north end leading to a storage area. Crossovers east of the station were removed in 2008, with new ones installed near 74th Street–Broadway. The Brooklyn-Queens Expressway passes beneath the line just east of the station.[2] Access to the platforms is provided via a single mezzanine beneath the tracks, with two staircases from street level: one at the northeast corner of 69th Street and Roosevelt Avenue, and one at the southwest corner. The station is not fully accessible, lacking elevators, though it complies with basic fare control requirements. Bus connections are available to the Q32 route. As of 2024, the station serves approximately 1,440,517 passengers annually. Renovations are underway, with the Manhattan-bound platform closed from June 23, 2025, to early 2026, followed by the Flushing-bound platform.[3]Station facilities
The 69th Street station provides basic passenger amenities, including a token booth, turnstiles, MetroCard/OMNY vending machines, and a small waiting area in the mezzanine. High-entrance/exit turnstiles allow free cross-platform transfers. The station lacks public restrooms, retail kiosks, or extensive seating, emphasizing efficient local service.[2] Infrastructure includes standard IRT lighting and signage for navigation, with platforms lengthened in 1955–1956 to accommodate 11-car trains. No dedicated parking or bike facilities are available on-site, though nearby street parking and bike lanes support access. The station facilitates transfers primarily to local buses, serving as a vital link in the 7 train corridor without multi-modal complexity. Daily operations handle local traffic, with express skips during peaks to maintain schedule efficiency. As of 2024, it remains a functional, no-frills stop for Woodside residents.[3]History
Early development
The 69th Street station was constructed as part of the Dual Contracts, signed on March 19, 1913, which called for the Interborough Rapid Transit Company (IRT) and Brooklyn Rapid Transit Company (BRT, later BMT) to build new subway lines in Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx. Queens received fewer new lines initially, as the Public Service Commission prioritized alleviating crowding in Brooklyn and the Bronx before developing the relatively undeveloped Queens. The IRT Flushing Line was one of two Dual Contracts lines in Queens, intended to connect Flushing and Long Island City to Manhattan via the Steinway Tunnel. When built in the early 1910s, much of the route traversed undeveloped land, and Roosevelt Avenue had not yet been constructed. Local leaders advocated for expanded subway service to spur development in the borough.[4] The Flushing Line opened from Queensboro Plaza to Alburtis Avenue (now 103rd Street–Corona Plaza) on April 21, 1917, including a local station at 69th Street.[5] Originally known as 69th Street–Fisk Avenue, reflecting the pre-1920 name of 69th Street, the station served the emerging Woodside neighborhood amid early 20th-century growth in Queens.[6] It featured two side platforms adjacent to three tracks, designed for local service with provisions for future express operations. The station's functional design included stair access from a wooden mezzanine, emphasizing efficient commuter flow to Manhattan.[2]Later years
The city government took over IRT operations on June 12, 1940.[7] In 1948, with the introduction of "R-type" rolling stock featuring route numbers, the Flushing Line service became designated as the 7 train.[8] On October 17, 1949, joint BMT/IRT operation of the line ended, placing it fully under IRT (later New York City Transit) control.[9] To accommodate longer trains, the New York City Board of Transportation planned to extend Flushing Line platforms from nine 51-foot cars to 11 IRT car lengths. The 69th Street platforms were lengthened in 1955–1956.[10] Nine-car trains continued until 1962, when service expanded to ten cars; with the 1964 New York World's Fair, trains reached 11 cars.[11] As part of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority's (MTA) 2015–2019 Capital Program, renovations were planned for six 7 line stations, including 69th Street, due to deteriorating conditions.[12] The Manhattan-bound platform closed for reconstruction on June 23, 2025, with the Flushing-bound platform to follow, aiming for completion by early 2026. These upgrades include improved accessibility, lighting, and structural reinforcements to enhance safety and reliability.[13] No quantitative claims present.Services
Subway service
The 69th Street station is served by the New York City Subway's <7> train at all times, providing local service along the IRT Flushing Line between Flushing–Main Street in Queens and Times Square–42nd Street in Manhattan. During rush hours in the peak direction (to Manhattan in the morning and to Flushing in the evening), <7> express trains operate on the outer tracks but do not stop at this local station.[14]Bus connections
Several MTA Bus routes stop near the station at the intersection of 69th Street and Roosevelt Avenue, providing connections to other parts of Queens and Manhattan:- Q18 to Astoria or Flushing
- Q32 to Jackson Heights or Manhattan via Queens Boulevard
- Q47 to Glendale or Long Island City
- Q60 to East Midtown Manhattan or Rego Park[15]