DC C81 Stops Shift for Kennedy Street Work
Two C81 bus stops on Kennedy Street 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 as construction work begins on the Kennedy Street Project, transit officials said. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced the closure affects stops at Kennedy Street and 14th Street, with riders directed to alternate locations during the work period. The closure runs through May 26.
Construction Project Requires Stop Relocation
The Kennedy Street Project necessitates the temporary closure of two adjacent bus stops to accommodate construction activities in the area, according to WMATA. The affected stops—#1002607 and #1003004—serve the C81 line at Kennedy Street and 14th Street NW. Transit agencies typically close stops during infrastructure projects when construction zones make it unsafe or impossible for buses to pull over and board passengers. The two-month timeline suggests substantial work in the immediate vicinity of the stops.
Alternate Stops Available Nearby
C81 riders can use stops at Kennedy Street NW and Georgia Avenue during the closure period, officials said. Eastbound passengers should head to stop #1002602, while westbound travelers need stop #1002610, both located at the Georgia Avenue intersection. WMATA didn't specify the walking distance between the closed stops and the alternates. The transit authority said it'll maintain regular C81 service throughout the construction period, with only the stop locations changing.
Two-Month Closure Runs Through Late May
The stop closure takes effect March 26 and continues until May 26, giving the Kennedy Street Project a 61-day window for construction work. WMATA announced the closure in advance to give regular C81 riders time to plan alternate routes to the temporary stops. Officials didn't say whether the May 26 end date could extend if construction runs longer than expected.
Riders Should Plan for Longer Walks
C81 passengers who typically use the Kennedy Street and 14th Street stops will need to walk to Georgia Avenue for the next two months, adding time to their commutes. WMATA apologized for the inconvenience and encouraged riders to sign up for MetroAlerts for any service updates during the construction period. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and service alerts for WMATA routes, helping riders track C81 buses and plan trips using the temporary stop locations.
