M70 Stop Shifts for Construction Work

M70 westbound stop at Democracy Blvd closes March 6 through May 1 for construction

M70 Bus Stop Closes March 6 for Construction

Riders of WMATA's M70 bus route will need to use a different stop starting March 6 as construction forces a temporary closure on Democracy Boulevard. The westbound stop at Democracy Blvd at Old Georgetown Rd will be closed until May 1, transit officials said. Passengers should use the alternative stop at Democracy Blvd at Davis Library during the nearly two-month closure.

Construction Work Prompts Stop Relocation

The closure's necessary to accommodate construction work in the area, according to WMATA. The affected stop, identified as stop ID #2000390, serves westbound M70 passengers along a key corridor connecting Bethesda and surrounding Montgomery County communities. Transit agencies typically close stops temporarily when roadwork or utility projects make them inaccessible or unsafe for boarding. The alternative stop at Davis Library, designated as stop ID #2000379, will handle all westbound M70 service during the closure period.

Eight-Week Closure Affects Daily Commuters

The closure will last from Friday, March 6, 2026, through Friday, May 1, 2026—a span of nearly eight weeks. During this period, all westbound M70 passengers who normally use the Old Georgetown Rd stop will need to walk to the Davis Library stop instead. WMATA didn't specify the distance between the two stops or whether additional service adjustments will be made to accommodate the change. Officials said passengers should plan their trips accordingly and allow extra time for travel during the construction period.

Changes Take Effect Friday Morning

The stop closure takes effect Friday, March 6, with the alternative stop available immediately for westbound M70 service. WMATA apologized for any inconvenience the closure may cause to riders. Officials didn't provide details about the specific construction project requiring the closure or whether other nearby stops might be affected.

Riders Advised to Plan Ahead

Passengers who regularly use the affected stop should familiarize themselves with the Davis Library stop location before March 6 to avoid confusion during their commute. WMATA encouraged riders to sign up for MetroAlerts to receive service updates throughout the closure period. Moovit provides real-time updates for M70 service and can help riders navigate to the temporary stop location during the construction period.