Metro Adjusts C41 Stop to Maintain Service

C41 and C51 bus stop at Potomac Avenue SE relocates near Chamberlain Elementary for construction

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.

Construction Prompts Two-Month Service Adjustment

The stop relocation runs from Monday, April 20, 2026, through Monday, June 22, 2026, transit officials said. Construction activity in the area requires moving the northbound stop (stop ID #1000565) to ensure rider safety and maintain service continuity. WMATA typically relocates bus stops temporarily when roadwork, utility projects, or building construction affects regular boarding areas. The agency coordinates with contractors to minimize disruption while keeping buses running on schedule.

New Boarding Location Near Elementary School

Passengers will board and exit buses at the temporary location on Potomac Avenue, SE, positioned next to Chamberlain Elementary School. Both the C41 and C51 routes will use the relocated stop during the construction period. WMATA didn't specify the exact distance between the original and temporary stops, though officials said signage will direct riders to the new boarding area. The agency typically places temporary stop markers and wayfinding signs when relocating stops to help passengers find alternate locations.

Service Continues Through June 22

The temporary stop arrangement takes effect April 20 and continues until June 22, when the original stop is expected to reopen, officials said. WMATA didn't provide details about the specific construction project requiring the relocation or whether completion could occur earlier than scheduled. The agency said it will notify riders when the stop returns to its regular location at Potomac Avenue, SE at 14th Street.

Riders Advised to Check for Updates

Commuters who regularly use the affected stop should allow extra time to locate the temporary boarding area during the first few days of the change. WMATA said passengers can sign up for MetroAlerts for service updates, though the agency didn't specify whether it will send notifications about the stop's return to its original location. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and stop information for WMATA routes, helping riders navigate temporary service changes throughout the DC area.