CTA Adjusts Bus Stop Due to Construction Work
CTA closes southbound stop at Clark and Lake due to construction, riders redirected south
CTA Moves Bus Stop at Clark and Lake
Chicago Transit Authority riders heading south on routes 22 Clark and 24 Wentworth can't use their usual stop at Clark and Lake anymore. The southbound bus stop at the southwest corner of Clark and Lake was discontinued Monday, March 25, at 9 a.m., transit officials said. Construction and sidewalk closures forced the change, affecting riders who use the busy downtown intersection.
Construction Forces Downtown Stop Closure
The stop closure stems from ongoing construction work and related sidewalk closures in Chicago's downtown Loop area, according to the transit agency. Officials said the work requires temporary pedestrian access restrictions that make the Clark and Lake stop unsafe or inaccessible for riders. The CTA didn't provide details about what specific construction project is causing the closure or which developer or city agency is responsible for the work. Transit agencies routinely adjust bus stop locations when construction, street work, or special events block access to regular boarding areas.
Riders Must Walk One Block South
Passengers needing southbound service on routes 22 and 24 should board buses one block south at Clark and Randolph instead, officials said. The temporary stop at Clark and Randolph will serve both routes until the Clark and Lake stop reopens. Officials haven't said when the original stop will be restored or how long the construction work will continue. The agency typically posts signs at affected stops directing riders to alternate boarding locations, though whether such signage is in place at Clark and Lake wasn't specified.
No End Date Set for Change
The stop change began March 25, but officials haven't announced when the southbound stop at Clark and Lake will reopen. The CTA said the end date will be determined based on construction progress. Transit agencies typically restore temporary stop changes once construction work is complete and sidewalks reopen, but timelines often depend on contractors and weather conditions beyond the agency's control.
Multiple Service Changes Affect CTA System
The bus stop change is one of numerous service modifications currently affecting the CTA system. Several bus routes are experiencing alerts, including routes 2, 4, N5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, and 24, among others, officials said. Rail lines are also affected, with Brown Line stations being bypassed for planned work, while Purple and Yellow Lines have added service. Elevator outages are reported at multiple stations across Red, Brown, Green, Orange, and Purple Lines. Moovit provides real-time updates for CTA routes, helping riders navigate service changes and find alternate boarding locations throughout Chicago's transit system.
