Metro Adjusts Service for Rhode Island Ave Work

WMATA closes Rhode Island Ave NE bus stop for D32, P10 routes March 26-April 9

WMATA Closes D32 Bus Stop for Rhode Island Ave Work

Riders of two Washington Metro bus routes will need to walk an extra block or two starting March 26. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced a temporary closure of the westbound/southbound bus stop on Rhode Island Ave NE at 15th St, affecting D32 and P10 routes through April 9. The closure accommodates construction work at the intersection.

Two-Week Closure Affects Northeast Corridor

The closure affects stop ID# 1001908, a shared stop serving both the D32 and P10 routes along Rhode Island Avenue's northeast corridor. Transit officials said the construction work requires the temporary closure to ensure passenger safety and allow contractors access to the work zone. WMATA typically coordinates bus stop closures with District of Columbia construction permits, though specific details about the construction project weren't provided. The two-week timeframe suggests utility work or roadway improvements that require street-level access.

Alternate Stops Within Two Blocks

Passengers can use two nearby alternate stops during the closure period. The first option is at Rhode Island Ave NE and 17th St, stop ID# 1001952, located two blocks east of the closed stop. The second alternative is at Rhode Island Ave NE and 14th St, stop ID# 1001879, one block west of the construction zone. Both alternate stops serve westbound and southbound service for the affected routes. Officials didn't specify whether both routes will use both alternate stops or if service patterns will differ between the D32 and P10.

Closure Runs Through Early April

The bus stop closure begins Thursday, March 26, 2026, and continues through Wednesday, April 9, 2026. WMATA said the 15-day closure window allows contractors to complete necessary work while minimizing disruption to transit service. The agency didn't provide details about whether the closure might end earlier if construction finishes ahead of schedule. Officials encouraged customers to sign up for MetroAlerts to receive updates if the timeline changes.

Riders Should Plan Extra Walking Time

Passengers who regularly use the closed stop should add five to ten minutes to their commute to account for walking to alternate locations. WMATA apologized for the inconvenience and said the temporary closure is necessary to accommodate construction work. Transit officials didn't specify whether additional service adjustments will be made to help riders during the closure period. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and alternate route suggestions for WMATA riders navigating temporary service changes.