To help reduce vehicle congestion in one of the busiest corridors in the United States, the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority is advancing a 4.5‑mile extension of the Metro C Line from Redondo Beach to the new Torrance Regional Transit Center. The project will create a direct rail connection between two major South Bay communities and integrate two major bus transit centers with the broader Metro Rail network. STV is leading all aspects of project management, environmental engineering and public outreach for this long‑range transit expansion.
What challenges did STV address?
The South Bay faces significant travel demand, roadway congestion and limited high‑capacity transit options. Identifying an appropriate extension alignment required detailed land use evaluation, ridership analysis and environmental review. The project team also needed to provide an accessible and transparent public engagement process to help the community understand potential impacts and benefits.
What solutions did STV deliver?
STV has supported the project since 2008, beginning with the initial Alternatives Analysis that identified the 4.6‑mile extension as a priority corridor. The firm then prepared a Supplemental Alternatives Analysis that narrowed the project to two viable alignments. STV developed the Draft Environmental Impact Report, which Metro later published, and continues to lead project management, environmental engineering and public outreach to guide the extension through planning and approvals.
How does this project benefit the region?
The extension will provide faster, more reliable transit between Redondo Beach and Torrance, improve access to major employment centers and reduce reliance on congested roadways. It strengthens multimodal connectivity across the South Bay and expands sustainable transportation options.
Key stats and accolades
- 4.5‑mile proposed light rail extension
- Connects Redondo Beach to the Torrance Regional Transit Center
- Initial and supplemental alternatives analyses led by STV
- Draft Environmental Impact Report prepared by STV
