Overview
Metro has initiated an Alternatives Analysis (AA) study to evaluate potential alternatives for the second phase of the Metro Gold Line Eastside Extension currently under construction. The goal of the proposed study is to improve mobility in the corridor by connecting the Extension to cities further east of Los Angeles. The Eastside Transit Corridor Phase 2 is east-west oriented and includes all or portions of the City of Los Angeles, cities of Montebello, Pico Rivera, Monterey Park, Industry, Downey, Whittier, Commerce, Rosemead, South El Monte, El Monte, Santa Fe Springs, Bell, as well as unincorporated portions of Los Angeles County.
Project Map (251KB, PDF format)
The project’s goals are:
- To identify ways to provide a transit connection to the Metro Gold Line Eastside Extension now under construction
- To link cities further east of Los Angeles with the regional transit network
- To improve mobility in the Project Area by enhancing transit options
- To plan for projected growth in a sustainable manner
The Alternatives Analysis will look at various modes, including Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) with dedicated bus lanes, as well as at-grade, below-grade, and above-grade rail options. Additionally, funding constraints could dictate a series of phased extension segments that would need to be identified and evaluated. Upon completion of the Alternatives Analysis, the results and recommendations will be presented to the Metro Board of Directors. The initiation of an environmental process may then be authorized.