DC Metro Upgrades Anacostia Station Infrastructure
Metro replaces aging skylights at Anacostia station through December 31
Metro Replaces Skylights at Anacostia Station
Riders using Anacostia station will see construction equipment as Metro works to replace aging skylights at the facility. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority began the infrastructure project June 30, transit officials said. Work takes place during nighttime hours after the station closes to avoid disrupting daily service.
Aging Infrastructure Gets Upgrade
The skylight replacement addresses maintenance needs at a station that's been operating for more than three decades. Anacostia station opened in December 1991 as part of the Green Line, according to WMATA records. Transit agencies typically replace skylights and other structural components as they age to maintain safety standards and prevent water intrusion. Officials didn't specify how many skylights are being replaced or provide technical details about the new installations.
Project Details and Scope
The construction work will continue through Dec. 31, according to WMATA's service status page. Officials said the project aims to improve natural lighting and structural integrity at the station. WMATA didn't publicly disclose the cost of the skylight replacement project. Riders may notice construction equipment or staging areas during daytime hours, though the actual installation work happens overnight when trains aren't running.
Six-Month Construction Timeline
The project spans six months from late June through year's end. Transit officials said scheduling work during non-operating hours minimizes impact on the thousands of daily riders who use Anacostia station. The agency didn't say whether the project timeline could be affected by weather or other factors that sometimes delay construction work.
What Riders Should Know
Passengers can expect to see construction materials and equipment at the station through December, though service won't be affected since work happens overnight. Officials said the improvements will enhance the station's infrastructure for years to come. Riders can check Moovit for real-time service information and any updates related to the Anacostia station project.
