Arlington Route A76 Stop Shifts for Construction
WMATA relocates Route A76 northbound stop on S Carlin Springs Rd for construction
WMATA Route A76 Stop Moves on S Carlin Springs Rd
Riders using Route A76 in Arlington will find their northbound bus stop relocated starting Monday, April 20, 2026. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced the stop at S Carlin Springs Rd at 5th Rd S will move to accommodate construction work. The temporary relocation affects stop ID #6000228, which serves the northbound direction.
Construction Prompts Stop Adjustment
The relocation is necessary to accommodate ongoing construction work in the area, transit officials said. The stop will move from the far side to the near side of 6th Rd, a shift of approximately one block. WMATA regularly adjusts bus stop locations during construction projects to maintain safe boarding conditions while allowing work to proceed. The agency didn't specify what type of construction is taking place or which entity is managing the project.
New Boarding Location Details
Passengers will board and exit buses at the temporary location on the near side of 6th Rd beginning April 20. The stop will remain in its new position until further notice, with the advisory period extending through April 20, 2027. Officials said customers should look for temporary signage directing them to the relocated stop. The agency didn't provide details about whether the stop will have a shelter or seating at the temporary location.
Extended Timeline for Relocation
The bus stop relocation takes effect Monday, April 20, 2026, and will remain in place until further notice. WMATA's advisory period runs through April 20, 2027, though officials haven't said whether that date represents an expected completion or simply the end of the current notice period. The agency typically provides advance notice before returning stops to their original locations.
Staying Informed About Service Changes
Route A76 riders should watch for temporary signage at both the old and new stop locations. WMATA encourages passengers to sign up for MetroAlerts to receive service updates, though officials didn't specify how much advance notice riders received about this particular change. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and service alerts for WMATA routes throughout the Washington metropolitan area, helping riders navigate temporary stop changes.
