Fresh Pond Road: A Key Station in Ridgewood, Queens

The Fresh Pond Road station is a New York City subway stop located in the Ridgewood neighborhood, in the borough of Queens. It serves the BMT Myrtle Avenue line and is a vital point for residents and visitors of this predominantly residential and commercial area. Its elevated structure is characteristic of many of the city’s outer borough lines.

Connections and Services

The Fresh Pond Road station is a single station and is not part of a complex with multiple interconnected stations:

Fresh Pond Road (BMT Myrtle Avenue Line)

• This station is a local stop on the BMT Myrtle Avenue Line of the New York City subway.
• It is served by trains of the following service:
  • M (orange)
• Main entrance address: Intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 67th Avenue, Ridgewood, NY 11385

Other Direct Connections (Not Applicable at This Station)

• This section does not apply to Fresh Pond Road, as it is an individual station.
• There is no direct transfer within the station to other subway lines as originally indicated for Bleecker Street:
  • 4 (green) – Not available here
  • 6 (green) – Not available here
• There are no separate entrances leading to other directly connected lines.

As a local station on a single line, there are no direct interconnections to transfer to other subway lines within the station complex. Transfers require exiting the station or using other stops.

Importance and Location

• The station is located at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 67th Avenue, in the heart of the Ridgewood neighborhood, Queens.
• Its strategic location makes it a key access point to:

  • Ridgewood, Queens

    • Known for its residential character, a mix of apartment buildings and townhouses.
    • A growing scene of small businesses, restaurants, and bars.
    • Ridgewood Historic District: Features distinctive architecture.
    • Diverse and active community.

  • Nearby Places of Interest

    • All Faiths Lutheran Cemetery: An extensive historic cemetery nearby.
    • Grover Cleveland Playground: A local park for recreation.
    • Variety of shops and services along Fresh Pond Road.

  • Local Businesses and Services

    • Access to supermarkets, pharmacies, and other essential services for the community.
    • Restaurants reflecting the neighborhood’s cultural diversity.

History and Evolution

• The elevated Fresh Pond Road station in its current configuration was inaugurated on August 9, 1915, as part of the extension of the BMT Myrtle Avenue line.
• The station has continuously served the Ridgewood neighborhood, adapting to demographic and service to changes over the decades.
• It has maintained its characteristic elevated structure, forming part of the area’s urban landscape.

Interesting Facts

• Fresh Pond Road is a vital station for the local Ridgewood community, providing an essential link to other parts of Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan via the M service.
• The station often serves as a terminal for some M service trains during peak hours or for operational needs.
• Its elevated design offers views of the surrounding urban environment from the platforms.