Metro Upgrades New Carrollton Elevator for Better Access
Metro begins three-month elevator rehab at New Carrollton Station's Ellin Road entrance
Metro Closes New Carrollton Elevator for Rehab
Riders who use the Ellin Road entrance at New Carrollton Station will need to find alternative access for the next three months as Metro modernizes a key elevator. The transit agency began rehabilitation work on the elevator connecting the mezzanine level to street level, officials said. Passengers requiring elevator access should plan to use other station entrances during the closure.
Accessibility Upgrade Part of System-Wide Effort
The elevator modernization is part of Metro's broader initiative to maintain and upgrade accessibility features across the transit system, according to the agency. Officials said the work involves replacing aging equipment to improve reliability for riders with mobility needs. Metro typically schedules elevator rehabilitation projects during periods when alternative access options are available, though officials didn't specify which other entrances at New Carrollton offer elevator service. Transit agencies are required under federal law to maintain accessible pathways at all stations.
Three-Month Closure Affects Ellin Road Entrance
The rehabilitation project will keep the Ellin Road side elevator out of service for approximately three months, transit officials said. Crews are working to modernize the equipment, though specific details about what components are being replaced weren't available. Officials didn't provide an exact completion date or specify whether the timeline could change based on construction progress. The agency said the work is necessary to ensure long-term reliability of the elevator system.
Work Already Underway at Station
Metro has already begun the elevator modernization work at New Carrollton Station, officials confirmed. The agency didn't announce a specific start date for the project or provide a target completion date beyond the three-month estimate. Officials said they'll provide updates as the work progresses, though they haven't specified how frequently riders can expect status reports.
Riders Advised to Plan Alternative Routes
Passengers who need elevator access at New Carrollton Station should plan to use alternative entrances or nearby stations during the three-month closure period, Metro officials said. The agency didn't specify which alternative entrances offer accessible pathways or how far riders might need to travel to find working elevators. Moovit provides real-time accessibility information and alternative route options for Metro riders navigating station closures and service changes.
