DC Bus Stop Closure Prompts Route Adjustments
WMATA closes Pennsylvania Ave SE bus stop for D10 and D1X routes starting June 29
WMATA Closes Bus Stop on Pennsylvania Ave SE
Two WMATA bus routes won't stop at Pennsylvania Avenue SE at Potomac Avenue starting June 29, transit officials said. The temporary closure affects the D10 and D1X routes, with WMATA classifying the disruption as high severity. Officials haven't said why the stop is closing or when it'll reopen. Riders who use this Southeast DC location will need to board at alternative stops, though specific nearby locations weren't provided.
Context
WMATA uses a severity classification system for service disruptions, with high severity indicating substantial impacts on travel times and rider convenience. The closure affects an important transit point in Southeast DC where the D10 and D1X routes serve commuters. Transit agencies typically close stops temporarily for construction, maintenance, safety issues, or street work, though officials haven't disclosed the reason for this closure. Specific ridership data for the affected stop wasn't available.
Details
The closure impacts two routes at a single stop location on Pennsylvania Avenue SE at Potomac Avenue. Officials said riders should look for signage at the affected stop directing them to alternative boarding locations, but WMATA hasn't released specific addresses or distances to nearby stops. The agency didn't provide information about whether service frequency on the D10 and D1X routes will change during the closure. Details about how many daily riders use this particular stop weren't available by publication time.
Timeline
The stop closure takes effect June 29, 2025, according to WMATA's service status page. Officials haven't announced when the stop is expected to reopen or provided an estimated duration for the temporary closure. The agency typically posts service alerts several days before implementation, though the original announcement date for this closure wasn't available. WMATA said it'll provide updates through its service status system.
Impact
Riders who regularly use this stop should plan for extra travel time and be prepared to walk to alternative boarding locations starting June 29. The high severity designation means commuters should expect significant changes to their usual routines. Officials advise checking for signage at the closed stop for directions to nearby alternatives. Moovit provides real-time updates for WMATA bus routes, helping riders navigate service changes and find alternative stops during disruptions.
