AC Transit Reroutes Line 22 After Oakland Tree Fall

Line 22 buses bypass Lakeshore and Mandana stop due to downed tree blocking route

Line 22 Skips Stop After Tree Blocks Oakland Route

Line 22 buses heading to Downtown Berkeley aren't stopping at Lakeshore Avenue and Mandana Boulevard after a downed tree blocked the stop, transit officials said. Riders can use alternative stops at Lakeshore Avenue and Rosal Avenue or Lakeshore Avenue and Prince Street instead. Officials didn't say when the tree would be removed or when normal service would resume.

Service Disruption Affects Oakland Corridor

The stop closure affects riders along the Lakeshore Avenue corridor in Oakland's Grand Lake neighborhood, according to the transit agency. Downed trees are among the most common causes of temporary stop closures, typically requiring coordination between transit agencies and city public works departments for removal. Officials didn't provide details about the size of the tree or how it fell. The agency said it's working to restore normal service but didn't give a timeline for when that might happen.

Alternative Stops Within Walking Distance

The two alternative stops are located on the same Lakeshore Avenue corridor, officials said. Riders who normally board at Mandana Boulevard can walk to either Rosal Avenue or Prince Street to catch Line 22 buses. Specific distances between the affected stop and the alternatives weren't provided by the transit agency. Officials said buses are operating on their regular schedule but simply bypassing the blocked stop until the tree can be cleared.

Restoration Timeline Unclear

Transit officials didn't say when they expect to reopen the stop at Lakeshore Avenue and Mandana Boulevard. Tree removal typically requires assessment by city crews to determine whether the tree poses additional hazards and whether specialized equipment is needed. The agency said it'll resume normal service once the obstruction is cleared, but a specific date or timeframe wasn't available.

Riders Advised to Plan for Detour

Passengers who regularly use the Mandana Boulevard stop should plan to walk to one of the nearby alternatives until service resumes, officials said. The transit agency said it'll provide updates as the situation changes. Moovit offers real-time service alerts and alternative route suggestions for Line 22 and other Bay Area transit routes.