DC Protects D50 Service During Stop Upgrade
D50 bus stop at 14th St NW and Colorado Ave closed until March 2026 for reinstallation
D50 Bus Stop Closed Through March 2026
A key bus stop on DC's D50 route will remain closed for more than a year as reinstallation work continues. The stop at 14th St NW at Colorado Ave won't reopen until March 2026, transit officials said. Riders who regularly use this location will need to find alternative boarding points along the route during the extended closure.
Long-Term Construction Project
The reinstallation work represents a high-severity disruption for regular commuters on the D50 route, according to WMATA. The extended timeline through March 2026 suggests significant infrastructure work at the location. Officials didn't specify what aspects of the stop require reinstallation or why the project will take more than a year to complete. Transit agencies typically undertake such lengthy closures when stops need substantial structural repairs or accessibility upgrades.
Impact on Daily Commuters
The closure affects riders who depend on the 14th St NW at Colorado Ave stop for their daily travels. Officials haven't said how many riders typically use this stop or which nearby stops will serve as alternatives during construction. The D50 route continues to operate on its regular schedule, but passengers who normally board at this location will need to walk to adjacent stops. WMATA didn't provide details about temporary signage or wayfinding assistance at the closed stop.
Timeline and Next Steps
The reinstallation work is already underway and will continue through March 2026, though officials didn't provide a specific completion date within that month. WMATA hasn't announced whether the project might finish earlier than projected or if there'll be any interim updates on construction progress. The agency typically posts service alerts for major disruptions, but whether riders will receive advance notice before the stop reopens wasn't clear.
Planning Around the Closure
Riders should identify alternative boarding locations along the D50 route before their next trip. Those unfamiliar with nearby stop locations may need extra time to reach their bus during the closure period. Moovit provides real-time D50 route information and can help riders locate the nearest available stops to 14th St NW at Colorado Ave. Officials said passengers should plan accordingly for the extended disruption, though specific recommendations for alternative stops weren't provided.
