DC D50 Stop Shifts June 29 — Plan Ahead
WMATA D50 bus stop at Rock Creek Church Road closes June 29 with no reopening date
D50 Stop Closes June 29 on Rock Creek Church Rd
WMATA's D50 bus route will skip the stop at Rock Creek Church Road at Allison Street starting June 29, transit officials said. The temporary closure affects riders who regularly board at this location in the District, though officials haven't said how many passengers use the stop daily. Riders will need to use nearby stops along the D50 route, but WMATA hasn't specified which alternative stops are closest or how far passengers will need to walk.
Closure Details Remain Limited
Transit officials announced the closure through WMATA's service status page but didn't provide details about why the stop is being closed. The closure could be related to construction, street maintenance, utility work, or safety concerns, but officials haven't disclosed the reason. WMATA hasn't said how long the closure will last or when the stop might reopen. Transit agencies typically close stops temporarily for infrastructure work or when street conditions make boarding unsafe, according to standard industry practice.
Alternative Stop Information Unavailable
WMATA advises D50 riders to use nearby stops along the route but hasn't identified which stops are closest to the closed location. Officials didn't provide walking distances to alternative stops or specific guidance about where passengers should board instead. The agency hasn't released ridership data showing how many people use the Rock Creek Church Road stop daily, making it difficult to assess the scope of the disruption. Transit officials said riders should check service alerts for updates, though additional details weren't available by publication time.
Timeline and Duration Unclear
The closure takes effect June 29, but officials haven't announced when the stop will reopen. WMATA didn't provide an estimated duration for the temporary closure or a timeline for when more information will be available. Transit agencies typically notify riders several weeks before service changes, though it's unclear when WMATA first posted the alert about this closure. Officials haven't said whether the closure is part of a larger project affecting other stops in the area.
Riders Should Plan Ahead
D50 passengers who regularly use the Rock Creek Church Road stop should identify alternative boarding locations before June 29. Officials recommend allowing extra travel time to reach nearby stops, though specific walking distances weren't provided. Riders can check Moovit for real-time D50 bus locations and service updates to help plan their trips during the closure. WMATA hasn't said whether additional service adjustments will be made to accommodate displaced riders.
