Metro Adjusts C41 Stop for Construction Work

C41 and C51 bus stop at 14th Street relocates to Chamberlain Elementary for two months

DC Metro Moves C41 Bus Stop for Construction

Riders using the C41 and C51 bus routes at Potomac Avenue, SE will need to board at a different location starting April 20. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced the northbound stop at 14th Street will temporarily relocate due to construction work, affecting daily commutes for approximately two months. The temporary stop will be positioned adjacent to Chamberlain Elementary School on Potomac Avenue, SE, officials said.

Construction Work Prompts Two-Month Change

The stop relocation runs from Monday, April 20, 2026, through Monday, June 22, 2026, according to WMATA. Construction activity in the area requires moving the northbound stop (stop ID #1000565) to ensure rider safety and maintain service continuity. Transit agencies typically relocate stops during infrastructure projects to accommodate work zones while minimizing service disruptions. The affected location serves a residential area near Capitol Hill, though specific ridership numbers for the stop weren't provided.

Two Routes Share Relocated Stop

Both the C41 and C51 routes will use the temporary stop location during the construction period. The new boarding area sits on Potomac Avenue, SE, adjacent to Chamberlain Elementary School, providing a nearby alternative for regular riders. WMATA didn't specify the exact distance between the original and temporary stop locations. Officials said customers should look for temporary signage indicating the new boarding area, though details about additional wayfinding measures weren't available.

Change Takes Effect in Mid-April

The temporary relocation begins Monday, April 20, 2026, and continues until Monday, June 22, 2026. WMATA typically posts advance notices at affected stops before relocations take effect, though the agency didn't confirm specific notification timelines for this change. Officials said the two-month duration aligns with the expected construction schedule, but whether the stop could return to its original location earlier if work finishes ahead of schedule wasn't addressed.

Riders Can Track Service Updates

Passengers should plan extra time to locate the temporary stop during the first few days of the change, transit officials said. The relocation affects morning and evening commutes for riders who regularly use the northbound stop at 14th Street. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and service alerts for WMATA routes, helping riders navigate temporary stop changes and plan trips during construction periods.