Route A70 Stop Shifts for Construction Work
WMATA Route A70 westbound stop at Old Dominion Dr closes April 24 through June 26
Route A70 Stop Closes April 24 for Construction
A westbound bus stop on WMATA's Route A70 will close temporarily starting Friday, April 24, 2026, due to construction work. The stop at Old Dominion Dr at Ingleside Ave (stop ID 5004762) will remain closed until June 26, transit officials said. Riders should use the nearby stop at Old Dominion Dr at Beverly Rd (stop ID 5004759) as an alternative during the closure period.
Construction Work Prompts Service Adjustment
The temporary closure is part of ongoing construction activity in the Old Dominion Drive area, according to WMATA. Transit agencies typically close bus stops when construction work makes them inaccessible or unsafe for boarding passengers. The closure affects only the westbound direction, while eastbound service continues at regular stops. WMATA said the alternative stop at Beverly Rd is located within walking distance of the closed location.
Alternative Stop Available During Closure
Route A70 passengers who normally board at the Ingleside Ave stop will need to walk to the Beverly Rd stop during the two-month closure period. The alternative stop, identified as stop ID 5004759, serves the same route and provides the same service frequency. WMATA didn't specify the exact distance between the two stops. Transit officials said all Route A70 buses will skip the closed stop and continue serving the Beverly Rd location throughout the construction period.
Closure Runs Through Late June
The stop closure takes effect April 24 and is scheduled to last until June 26, 2026, according to the transit authority's advisory. WMATA said the closure will remain in effect until further notice, though the June 26 date represents the expected completion timeline. The agency encourages riders to sign up for MetroAlerts to receive updates if the construction schedule changes. Officials didn't provide details about what specific construction work is being performed in the area.
Riders Can Track Service Changes
Route A70 passengers can stay informed about the stop closure and any schedule changes through WMATA's communication channels. The transit authority offers customer support at 202.GO.METRO Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. for riders who need assistance planning alternative routes. Moovit provides real-time bus arrival information and service alerts for WMATA routes, helping riders adjust to temporary stop closures and construction-related changes.
