Route A76 Stop Shifts for Construction Work
WMATA relocates northbound A76 stop on S Carlin Springs Rd due to construction
Route A76 Stop Moves Near 6th Rd April 20
Riders catching the northbound A76 bus at S Carlin Springs Rd at 5th Rd S will need to walk to a new temporary stop starting April 20, 2026. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced the stop relocation Monday, saying construction work requires moving the boarding location from the far side to the near side of 6th Rd. The change affects stop ID #6000228 and will remain in effect until further notice.
Construction Drives Stop Change
Temporary bus stop relocations typically occur when roadwork, utility projects, or building construction make existing stop locations unsafe or inaccessible, transit officials said. WMATA serves the Washington metropolitan area with rail, bus, and MetroAccess paratransit services, regularly adjusting stop locations to accommodate infrastructure projects. The agency didn't specify what type of construction is happening at the 5th Rd S intersection or which entity is performing the work. Transit agencies typically coordinate with local governments and contractors to minimize rider disruption during construction-related service changes.
Stop Shifts to Near Side of Intersection
The northbound Route A76 stop will move from the far side of the 6th Rd intersection to the near side, WMATA confirmed. Far-side stops are located after an intersection in the direction of travel, while near-side stops sit before the intersection. Riders will board and exit buses at the new temporary location, which officials said will function as a standard bus stop. The agency hasn't said whether the temporary stop will have a shelter, bench, or other amenities that may exist at the current location. WMATA's advisory period for the relocation extends through April 20, 2027, though officials haven't specified whether that date represents an expected end to the temporary arrangement.
Change Takes Effect Monday
The stop relocation takes effect Monday, April 20, 2026, WMATA said. The agency announced the change will remain in place until further notice but didn't provide a timeline for when the stop might return to its original location. Transit officials said the duration depends on construction progress, though they haven't released a project completion estimate. WMATA typically posts signage at affected stops alerting riders to temporary relocations.
Riders Can Track Route Changes
Route A76 riders should plan for the new stop location starting April 20, transit officials said. WMATA encourages passengers to sign up for MetroAlerts to receive service updates, and customers can contact the agency at 202.GO.METRO weekdays from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. or weekends from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and service alerts for WMATA routes, helping riders navigate temporary stop changes and plan trips around construction-related adjustments.
