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New York Subway Access Point Locations
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This data product focuses on providing specific location and operational details for all entrances and exits across the New York City subway system. The information includes division, line, station identification, and Boolean flags indicating whether entry or exit is permitted at a specific point. It serves as a foundational dataset for researchers, analysts, and visualisation specialists interested in urban transportation access points.
Columns
The dataset contains 15 columns, describing various facets of the subway access points:
- Division: Indicates the Metro Division (e.g., IRT, IND).
- Line: Identifies the specific metro line (e.g., 8th Av - Fulton St).
- Station Name: The common name of the station.
- Borough: The borough in which the station is located (e.g., M, B).
- Latitude / Longitude: Geographic coordinates of the station location.
- Complex ID / Station ID: Unique identifiers for station complexes and individual stations.
- GTFS Stop ID: The General Transit Feed Specification identifier.
- Daytime Routes: Lists the primary routes operating at the location.
- Entrance Type: Describes the physical nature of the entrance (e.g., Stair, Easement - Street).
- Entry Allowed / Exit Allowed: Boolean flags indicating whether the specific point permits entry or exit, respectively.
- Entrance Latitude / Entrance Longitude: Precise coordinates for the entrance/exit location.
Distribution
The data is provided in a CSV file format and totals 279.79 kB. It consists of 2120 records, representing 15 distinct columns of data. All core records are noted as valid, with zero missing or mismatched entries across the key fields, ensuring high usability.
Usage
This data is ideal for:
- Data Visualization: Mapping the density and distribution of subway access points across NYC.
- Exploratory Data Analysis: Investigating access patterns, such as the prevalence of specific entrance types (Stair, Easement) or the balance between entry and exit points.
- Transportation Planning: Assessing station accessibility and optimising urban transit routes and infrastructure projects.
Coverage
The data covers the New York City subway system, providing precise geographic locations (latitude and longitude) for entrances and exits. The data is dynamic, with the information being updated on a weekly basis.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Data Analysts: For spatial analysis and querying station characteristics.
- Visualisation Specialists: To create detailed maps and interactive visualisations of transit infrastructure.
- Urban Planners: To evaluate pedestrian flow, station density, and infrastructure needs within different boroughs.
- Transit Researchers: For studying the operational logistics and geographical spread of entry/exit points.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- New York Subway Access Point Locations
- NYC Metro Entry Exit Data
- Metropolitan Transit Authority Access Points
- Subway Station Entrance/Exit Inventory
Attributes
Original Data Source: New York Subway Access Point Locations
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