DC Bus Stop Shifts for Construction Work

DC bus routes C41 and C51 relocate stop near Potomac Avenue for construction April 20-June 22

DC Bus Stop Moves Near School for 2 Months

Riders using two DC bus routes near Potomac Avenue will board at a different location starting April 20 due to construction work. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced the northbound stop at Potomac Avenue, SE at 14th Street will relocate temporarily for about two months. Routes C41 and C51 will use the alternate stop through June 22.

Construction Forces Stop Change

The temporary relocation affects stop #1000565, which serves the northbound direction on Potomac Avenue. Transit officials said construction work in the area makes the regular stop inaccessible during the project period. The affected stop typically serves commuters and residents in the Southeast DC neighborhood. WMATA didn't specify what type of construction is taking place or which agency is managing the project.

New Stop Location Details

Riders will board and exit buses at a temporary stop on Potomac Avenue, SE adjacent to Chamberlain Elementary School during the relocation period. The temporary stop will serve as the boarding point for all C41 and C51 trips that normally use the original location. Officials said the new stop is positioned to minimize walking distance for most riders, though they didn't provide specific measurements. Transit officials advised customers to allow extra time for their commute while adjusting to the temporary change.

Two-Month Timeline Set

The stop relocation takes effect Monday, April 20, 2026, and continues through Monday, June 22, 2026. WMATA said the timeline aligns with the expected duration of construction work in the area. Officials didn't say whether the relocation could extend beyond June 22 if construction delays occur. The agency typically provides advance notice before returning stops to their original locations.

Rider Information and Updates

Passengers should plan trips accordingly and expect minor adjustments to their regular boarding location during the two-month period. WMATA customer support is available Monday through Friday from 7 am to 8 pm and weekends from 8 am to 8 pm. Moovit provides real-time updates for WMATA routes, helping riders track bus arrivals at both temporary and permanent stop locations throughout the system.