Pico/Aliso station
| Company type | Light rail station |
|---|---|
| Industry | Public transportation |
| Founded | November 15, 2009 |
| Headquarters | Los Angeles , United States |
Area served | Boyle Heights, Los Angeles |
Pico/Aliso station is a ground-level light rail stop on the E Line within the Los Angeles Metro Rail network. Positioned in the center median of East 1st Street, between South Anderson and South Utah Streets, it serves the Boyle Heights area of Los Angeles. This station commenced operations on November 15, 2009, as part of the Gold Line Eastside Extension project.
Location
Situated in the western portion of Boyle Heights, located in eastern Los Angeles, Pico/Aliso station caters to a predominantly low-density residential and industrial district. It represents the initial eastbound stop after the Gold Line crosses the Los Angeles River on the Eastside Extension. The Santa Ana Freeway (US 101), a major transportation route, lies adjacent to the station and defines its eastern perimeter. Prior to the station's construction, the nearby site was occupied by the former Aliso Village housing complex, which was demolished.
Transit-oriented development
The extension of the Gold Line is designed to encourage transit-oriented development near Metro stations. At Pico/Aliso, a significant initiative is the Pueblo del Sol public housing project located northeast of the station.
Connections
As of , connections available include:[1]
Station art
Public artwork at Pico/Aliso station, created by Long Beach artist Rob Neilson and entitled "About Face," exemplifies Metro's dedication to incorporating artistic elements into transit environments.[2]