Maps Of Dreaming

Atlanta, GA. Proposed development for MARTA rail

The Atlanta metropolitan area has an estimated population of over 6.4 million and is the sixth-largest metropolitan area in the United States.

Today, Atlanta commuters primarily choose to travel by car. 2022 census estimates show that, of workers commuting within the city, about 68% drove alone, 8% carpooled, and only 5% used public transportation. Atlanta has a reputation for bad traffic and has been ranked among the worst cities for commuters. For this reason, some planners and activists have advocated for improved alternatives to driving.

This map shows the potential development of MARTA Rail, a rapid service that forms the backbone of the city's public transportation system. Currently, the system operates on 47.6 miles (76.6 km) tracks, serve 38 stations located on four service lines, and looks highly underdeveloped for a metro area of its size.

The proposed new lines would traverse the city's densest development and connect key areas and sites lacking rapid public transportation. Given the current reality, this plan appears overly optimistic, but it does indicate a direction for potential development.