Route 2 Stop Adjusts for School Zone Traffic

Route 2 stop at University Drive and Westview Drive closed weekdays 2-4 pm due to school traffic

Route 2 Stop Closed Weekday Afternoons

Route 2 riders who board at University Drive and Westview Drive will need to use an alternate stop during weekday afternoons, transit officials said. Stop ID 5520 won't be available Monday through Friday from 2 to 4 pm due to school zone traffic. The change affects afternoon service at the location, though officials didn't specify when the restriction began or how long it'll remain in effect.

School Zone Traffic Prompts Change

The stop closure stems from congestion during school dismissal hours, according to the transit agency. School zone traffic patterns typically create challenges for bus operations during afternoon pickup times, when vehicle and pedestrian activity increases significantly. Officials didn't provide details about which specific school or schools generate the traffic affecting the stop. Transit agencies often adjust stop availability when safety concerns or traffic conditions make it difficult for buses to serve locations during certain hours.

Limited Service Window Affected

The restriction applies only to the two-hour afternoon window on weekdays, officials said. Stop ID 5520 remains available for Route 2 service outside the 2 to 4 pm timeframe, including morning hours and evening service. The agency didn't say whether nearby alternate stops have been designated for riders who need to board during the restricted hours. Officials also haven't indicated whether the closure affects only one direction of Route 2 service or both directions at the location.

Implementation Details Unclear

Transit officials didn't provide a start date for when the afternoon restriction took effect. The agency also hasn't said whether the change is temporary or permanent, or if it'll be reevaluated after the current school year ends. Officials typically post signage at affected stops to notify riders of service changes, though whether such notices have been installed at this location wasn't confirmed.

Riders Should Plan Alternate Boarding

Route 2 passengers who typically use the University Drive and Westview Drive stop between 2 and 4 pm on weekdays should identify alternate boarding locations for afternoon trips. Officials said the stop remains available during all other service hours. Moovit provides real-time Route 2 schedules and can help riders locate nearby stops that remain in service during the restricted afternoon hours.