CTA Adjusts Routes for Sidewalk Construction

CTA closes Howard/Clyde stop April 22 for sidewalk work affecting three bus routes

CTA Closes Howard/Clyde Bus Stop for Construction

Three CTA bus routes will skip a stop at Howard and Clyde starting April 22 due to sidewalk construction, transit officials said. The westbound bus stop on the northeast corner at Howard/Clyde will be temporarily discontinued at 7 a.m. Wednesday, affecting routes #97 Skokie, #201 Central/Ridge, and #206 Evanston Circulator. Officials haven't said when the stop will reopen.

Alternative Boarding Locations Available

Riders can use nearby stops while construction continues at the Howard/Clyde intersection, according to the transit agency. Eastbound buses can be boarded on Howard at Chicago (Clark), while westbound buses can be accessed on Howard at Custer (Damen). The stop closure is necessary to accommodate ongoing sidewalk construction work in the area. Transit agencies typically close stops temporarily when infrastructure projects make boarding areas unsafe or inaccessible for passengers.

Three Routes Affected by Stop Closure

The temporary change impacts three routes serving the Howard/Clyde area on Chicago's North Side. Route #97 Skokie connects the Howard Red Line station with downtown Skokie, while #201 Central/Ridge provides service along Central Street and Ridge Avenue. The #206 Evanston Circulator operates within Evanston, connecting residential areas with commercial districts and transit hubs. Officials said riders should allow extra time to walk to alternative boarding locations during the closure period.

Duration of Closure Remains Undetermined

The stop closure begins April 22 at 7 a.m., but officials haven't announced when the Howard/Clyde stop will reopen. The CTA listed the duration as "to be determined," indicating the timeline depends on construction progress. Transit agencies typically coordinate stop closures with contractors to minimize disruption, though weather and unforeseen complications can extend project timelines.

Riders Can Track Service Changes

Passengers using affected routes should plan trips accordingly and allow extra time to reach alternative boarding locations, officials said. The transit agency provides current system status information through multiple channels, though specific details about construction progress weren't immediately available. Moovit offers real-time updates and trip planning for CTA routes, helping riders navigate temporary service changes and find alternative stops.