DC Transit Protects C77 Service Continuity

WMATA closes C77 bus stop at Kansas Avenue NW and Chillum Place with no reopening date

C77 Bus Stop Closes at Kansas Avenue NW

Riders using the C77 bus route face a temporary stop closure at Kansas Avenue NW and Chillum Place that'll require finding alternative boarding locations. WMATA classified the closure as high severity when it announced the change Tuesday, indicating significant impact on daily commutes. The affected stop serves an important intersection in the Kansas Avenue corridor.

Context & Background

The Kansas Avenue NW corridor serves as a key transit route connecting neighborhoods in the District's northern sections. Transit agencies typically close bus stops temporarily for infrastructure repairs, utility work, or street construction projects, though WMATA didn't specify the reason for this particular closure. Officials said riders should use nearby stops along the C77 route, but they haven't provided details about which specific alternative stops are closest or most convenient. The agency regularly reviews stop locations and makes temporary adjustments based on operational needs and street conditions.

Key Details

WMATA announced the closure February 24, affecting the stop at the intersection of Kansas Avenue NW and Chillum Place. Officials haven't said how long the closure will last or provided an estimated reopening date. The high severity classification suggests the stop serves significant ridership, though specific passenger counts for this location weren't available. Transit officials said passengers should allow extra travel time and plan to board at adjacent stops, but the agency didn't identify which nearby stops offer the best alternatives.

Timeline & Implementation

The stop closure took effect following WMATA's February 24 announcement, though officials didn't specify whether the closure began immediately or on a later date. The agency hasn't provided a timeline for when the stop will reopen or what work needs to be completed before service resumes. WMATA said it'll notify riders when the stop returns to service, but details about how that notification will occur weren't available.

Rider Impact & Moovit

C77 riders boarding at Kansas Avenue NW and Chillum Place need to use alternative stops during the closure period, which may require walking additional distance to reach their bus. Officials recommend allowing extra time for trips and checking for the nearest available stop before traveling. Moovit provides real-time updates for WMATA routes, including information about stop closures and service changes affecting the C77 line.