A70 Stop Shifts for Construction Work

Route A70 westbound stop at Old Dominion Dr closes April 24 through June 26 for construction

A70 Bus Stop Closes April 24 for Construction

A westbound bus stop on WMATA's Route A70 will close temporarily starting Friday, April 24, 2026, due to construction work. The closure affects the stop at Old Dominion Dr at Ingleside Ave (stop ID 5004762) and is expected to last until June 26, transit officials said. Riders should use the nearby stop at Old Dominion Dr at Beverly Rd instead.

Construction Work Prompts Two-Month Closure

The stop closure is part of ongoing construction work in the Old Dominion Drive area, according to WMATA. Transit agencies typically close bus stops temporarily when roadwork, utility projects, or infrastructure improvements make it unsafe or impractical for buses to access regular stopping locations. The closure will remain in effect until further notice, though the advisory indicates an expected end date of June 26. WMATA didn't specify what type of construction is taking place or which entity is performing the work.

Alternative Stop Located One Block Away

Passengers are advised to use the alternative bus stop at Old Dominion Dr at Beverly Rd (stop ID 5004759) for boarding and exiting Route A70 buses during the closure period. The substitute stop serves the same route and provides westbound service. WMATA encourages customers to sign up for MetroAlerts to receive timely service information and updates about the closure. Officials didn't provide details about the walking distance between the closed stop and the alternative location or whether any accessibility accommodations will be available for riders with mobility challenges.

Closure Takes Effect Friday Morning

The temporary closure takes effect Friday, April 24, 2026, and will continue through late June. WMATA typically posts signage at affected stops directing riders to alternative boarding locations. The transit authority didn't specify whether service frequency or Route A70 schedules will be affected by the stop closure, though buses will continue serving the alternative stop throughout the construction period.

Riders Can Track Service Changes

Route A70 riders should plan for the temporary stop relocation when traveling during the two-month closure period. WMATA operates bus and rail services throughout the Washington DC metropolitan area and maintains multiple channels for service updates. Moovit provides real-time bus arrival information and service alerts for WMATA routes, helping riders navigate temporary changes and plan alternative boarding locations during construction-related closures.