The southbound platform formerly had an exit-only at the center that led to 46th Street. Evidence of this includes a gated door on the platform wall and adjacent "EXIT" signs. The northwest corner exit was closed after it was accidentally destroyed by nearby construction workers. On May 16, 1979, Community Board 7 held a meeting to determine whether residents wanted the entrance closed. The board's chairman cited crime as a reason to close the entrance. The New York City Transit Authority promised to comply with the wish of the board, and the entrance was closed. References External links Station Reporter — R Train The Subway Nut — 45th Street Pictures 45th Street entrance from Google Maps Street View Platforms from Google Maps Street View BMT Fourth Avenue Line stations New York City Subway stations in Brooklyn Railway stations in the United States opened in 1915 1915 establishments in New York City Sunset Park, Brooklyn