North West Service 487 Back on Track
Service 487 resumes normal route after Badger Bait street reopened February 4
Service 487 Returns to Normal Route
Riders on Service 487 in North West can use the bus's regular route again after Badger Bait reopened February 4. The street closure had forced the bus onto a detour via Talbot Avenue, skipping stops on Badger Bait and part of Mellock Lane, transit officials said. The return to normal routing restores access to all stops along the affected section.
Why the Detour Happened
The temporary route change came after an unexpected closure of Badger Bait forced transit planners to reroute Service 487, according to the transit agency. Officials didn't specify what caused the original closure or how long the detour lasted before the February 4 reopening. Transit agencies typically implement temporary route changes when road closures, construction, or infrastructure issues block normal bus paths. The detour via Talbot Avenue allowed Service 487 to continue operating while bypassing the closed section, though riders at affected stops had to find alternative transportation or walk to stops on the temporary route.
What's Changed for Riders
Service 487 now stops at all locations on Badger Bait and the previously skipped portion of Mellock Lane, officials confirmed. The bus no longer uses the Talbot Avenue detour route that had been in place during the closure. Officials didn't provide specific details about how many stops were affected during the detour period or ridership numbers for the route. Transit representatives said the restoration of normal service means riders who'd been inconvenienced by the detour can resume their usual travel patterns without needing to adjust their commutes.
Service Restored This Month
The route returned to normal operations on February 4, when Badger Bait reopened to bus traffic. Officials didn't say whether any additional work remains on the street or if further closures might affect Service 487 in the future. The transit agency confirmed the change through official channels to ensure regular commuters could plan accordingly.
Planning Your Trip on Service 487
Riders can expect Service 487 to follow its regular route through North West, including all stops on Badger Bait and Mellock Lane. Officials said passengers should experience normal service without detours. Moovit provides real-time updates and route information for Service 487 and other transit services in the area, helping riders track buses and plan trips with current schedule information.
