Metro Adds Stairway at Judiciary Square Station

Metro installs new stairway and canopy at Judiciary Square north entrance by fall 2026

Metro Adds Stairway at Judiciary Square Station

Metro's installing a new stairway and canopy at Judiciary Square Station's north entrance on F Street between 4th and 5th Streets NW. The project started in January 2023 and is part of the agency's larger Canopy Installation Project, which'll add nine new canopies and three new stairways at various station entrances across the system. The new stairway's scheduled to open in fall 2026, with canopy construction beginning after that.

System-Wide Infrastructure Investment

The Judiciary Square work represents one component of Metro's broader infrastructure improvement initiative. The Canopy Installation Project demonstrates the agency's commitment to maintaining its system in a state of good repair, transit officials said. Station canopies provide weather protection for riders entering and exiting stations, improving the customer experience during rain and snow. The infrastructure investments are designed to extend the useful life of station entrances while enhancing accessibility and comfort for passengers.

Construction Details and Scope

The north entrance at F Street between 4th and 5th Streets NW remains open to passengers during construction. Escalators at the station continue to operate while the new stairway and canopy are being installed, officials said. The project involves installing a complete new stairway structure along with a protective canopy overhead. Officials didn't specify the exact dimensions of the new stairway or canopy, but the work is designed to improve station infrastructure while minimizing disruption to daily transit operations.

Project Timeline and Completion

Construction began in January 2023 and the new stairway's scheduled to open in fall 2026. Canopy construction will begin after the stairway opens, also in fall 2026, according to Metro. The phased approach allows the stairway to become available to riders before canopy work begins overhead. Officials didn't provide a completion date for the canopy installation.

Rider Access and Information

The station entrance remains fully accessible throughout construction, with escalators continuing normal operation. Riders using the north entrance at F Street will see construction activity but won't experience service interruptions, officials said. The improvements will provide enhanced weather protection and an additional stairway option once complete. Moovit provides real-time updates and service information for Metro's rail system.