Burnside Avenue: An Elevated Station in the Bronx

Burnside Avenue station is a New York City Subway stop located in the Bronx. It serves the IRT Jerome Avenue Line and is situated on an elevated structure above the intersection of Burnside Avenue and Jerome Avenue. Its location makes it an important transportation point for residents and visitors of the surrounding neighborhoods.

Connections and Services

Burnside Avenue station is a local station on the IRT Jerome Avenue Line:

Main Service (Jerome Avenue Line)

• This station is a local stop on the IRT Jerome Avenue Line of the New York City Subway.
• It is served by trains of the service:
  • 4 (green)
• Main location: Intersection of Burnside Avenue and Jerome Avenue, Bronx, NY.

Station Features

• The station has three tracks and two side platforms.
• The center track is not normally used for regular passenger service.
• It is served by trains of the service:
  • The 4 service operates here 24 hours a day.
• Entrances and exits are located at street level beneath the elevated structure.

As a local station, it does not offer direct transfers to other subway lines at the same station.

Importance and Location

• The station is located at the intersection of Burnside Avenue and Jerome Avenue, in the Morris Heights neighborhood, Bronx.
• Its location serves the Morris Heights and University Heights neighborhoods, providing access to:

  • Morris Heights

    • A diverse residential neighborhood in the West Bronx.
    • Near the Harlem River.
    • Access to local businesses along Burnside Avenue and Jerome Avenue.
    • Proximity to parks such as Roberto Clemente State Park.

  • University Heights

    • Home to Bronx Community College, part of CUNY.
    • Home of the Hall of Fame for Great Americans.
    • Area with a mix of residential areas and educational institutions.

  • Additional Nearby Attractions

    • Bronx Community College and its historic campus.
    • Roberto Clemente State Park along the Harlem River.

History and Evolution

• Burnside Avenue station was inaugurated on June 2, 1917, as part of the expansion of the IRT Jerome Avenue Line.
• Over the years, the station has been maintained to serve the community, preserving its character as a classic elevated station.
• As an elevated local station, its design reflects the typical construction of IRT lines from the early 20th century.

Interesting Facts

• It is a vital station for the daily commutes of residents in the surrounding Bronx neighborhoods.
• It offers elevated views of the urban environment of Jerome Avenue and Burnside Avenue.
• It is an integral part of the Jerome Avenue Line, one of the main public transportation arteries in the Bronx.