DC C81 Stops Shift for Kennedy St Work
Two C81 stops at Kennedy St and 14th St NW close March 26-May 26 for construction
DC C81 Bus Stops Close for Kennedy St Work
Two C81 bus stops on Kennedy Street NW will close for two months starting March 26, affecting riders traveling through the 14th Street corridor. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced the temporary closure due to construction work related to the Kennedy St Project. The stops at Kennedy Street and 14th Street—IDs #1002607 and #1003004—won't reopen until May 26.
Construction Project Requires Stop Relocation
The Kennedy St Project requires the temporary closure to accommodate construction activities along the corridor, transit officials said. WMATA typically closes bus stops during infrastructure projects when construction equipment or work zones make it unsafe for buses to pull over or for passengers to board and alight. The two-month timeline suggests substantial work planned for the Kennedy Street and 14th Street intersection area. Officials didn't specify what type of construction the Kennedy St Project involves or whether it's related to street improvements, utility work, or other infrastructure upgrades.
Alternate Stops Available Nearby
C81 riders can use nearby stops at Kennedy Street NW and Georgia Avenue during the closure period. Eastbound passengers should head to stop #1002602, while westbound travelers should use stop #1002610, both located at the Kennedy Street and Georgia Avenue intersection. The alternate stops are positioned to minimize walking distance for affected riders, though WMATA didn't provide specific details about how far passengers will need to travel to reach the temporary boarding locations. The C81 route will continue operating on its regular schedule with no service frequency changes announced.
Two-Month Closure Runs Through Late May
The stop closure takes effect March 26 and continues through May 26, giving the project a 61-day construction window. WMATA said riders should plan for the alternate stop locations throughout this period. The transit authority didn't indicate whether the closure could extend beyond May 26 if construction runs longer than expected or whether stops might reopen earlier if work finishes ahead of schedule.
Riders Should Plan Alternate Routes
C81 passengers who regularly use the affected stops should allow extra time to walk to the Georgia Avenue alternate locations starting March 26. WMATA apologized for the inconvenience and encouraged riders to sign up for service alerts to stay informed about any changes to the closure timeline. Moovit provides real-time C81 bus tracking and can help riders locate the nearest available stops during the construction period.
