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Metro Adjusts C51 Stop for Construction Work

C41 and C51 routes relocate to temporary stop near Chamberlain Elementary through June 22

2026-04-25, Moovit News Team

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Metro Moves C51 Bus Stop on Potomac Ave for Work

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Riders using the northbound bus stop at Potomac Avenue, SE at 14th Street will need to board at a different location starting Monday. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced the temporary relocation runs from April 20 through June 22 due to construction work in the area. The change affects routes C41 and C51 at stop #1000565.

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WMATA Metrobus at urban bus stop on Potomac Avenue SE in Washington DC with passengers waiting to board during daytime. Description: WMATA Metrobus stopped at Potomac Avenue SE bus stop with route number displayed, passengers boarding, urban residential street setting, clear signage visible. Alt text: Metro bus C51 route at Potomac Avenue SE bus stop in Washington DC. Composition: Side angle showing full bus with route number clearly visible, bus stop sign in frame, passengers near door, residential buildings in background.

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Transit agencies routinely relocate bus stops when construction projects affect regular boarding areas, ensuring riders can still access service safely. The temporary stop sits on Potomac Avenue, SE adjacent to Chamberlain Elementary School, officials said. WMATA typically coordinates with contractors to minimize disruption duration while maintaining access for all affected routes. The relocation allows construction crews to work while keeping transit service operational throughout the project period.

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Both routes C41 and C51 will use the temporary boarding location during the nine-week construction period, transit officials confirmed. The temporary stop will serve as the boarding and alighting point for all affected routes, with standard service frequencies maintained on both lines. Officials didn't specify the exact nature of the construction work requiring the relocation. Riders should look for temporary signage directing them to the new boarding location near the elementary school.

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Temporary bus stop sign with route information posted on pole near Chamberlain Elementary School on Potomac Avenue SE. Description: Temporary Metro bus stop sign showing routes C41 and C51 with relocation notice, mounted on street pole, school building visible in background, clear wayfinding information. Alt text: Temporary Metro bus stop sign for routes C41 C51 near Chamberlain Elementary School Potomac Avenue SE. Composition: Close-up of temporary signage with route numbers prominent, directional information visible, school building partially in frame, street context showing relocated stop area.

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The relocation takes effect Monday, April 20, 2026, and continues through Monday, June 22, 2026, officials said. WMATA will restore service to the original stop location once construction work concludes. The agency encourages passengers to sign up for MetroAlerts to receive service information updates during the temporary relocation period.

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Customers should plan their trips accordingly and allow extra time for any potential delays while adjusting to the temporary stop location. Officials said riders can contact Metro customer support for additional information about the relocation. Moovit provides real-time bus tracking and service alerts for WMATA routes, helping riders navigate temporary stop changes throughout the system.