SF Bay Transit Adapts to Rail Crossing Challenge
AC Transit rerouted buses around blocked railroad crossing on 98th Avenue in Oakland
AC Transit Detours Buses on 98th Avenue
AC Transit rerouted buses around a railroad crossing blockage on 98th Avenue in Oakland on November 26, transit officials said. Buses couldn't stop between Edes Avenue and San Leandro Street while the crossing remained blocked. The agency directed riders to alternative stops at 98th Avenue and Maddux Drive or past the railroad crossing at North San Leandro Street.
Temporary Blockage Disrupts East Bay Service
The railroad crossing blockage forced AC Transit to implement an immediate detour affecting service along a key East Bay corridor. Officials didn't specify which routes were affected or how many riders experienced delays. The cause of the blockage wasn't disclosed in the agency's alert. AC Transit serves approximately 162,000 passengers daily across 13 cities in the East Bay, according to agency data from 2024.
Alternative Stops Provided During Detour
The transit agency announced the detour through a social media alert on November 26. Officials directed passengers to board at 98th Avenue and Maddux Drive or at 98th Avenue past the railroad crossing on North San Leandro Street. The agency didn't provide an estimated duration for the detour or say when normal service would resume. Railroad crossing blockages are a common cause of temporary transit detours in urban areas where bus routes intersect with active rail lines.
Resolution Timeline Not Specified
AC Transit didn't announce when the railroad crossing blockage would be cleared or when buses would return to regular routes. The agency typically communicates temporary service disruptions through real-time alerts rather than formal announcements. Officials didn't say whether the blockage resulted from a stalled train, maintenance work, or another cause. The railroad operator responsible for the crossing wasn't identified.
Riders Advised to Check for Updates
Passengers who use stops along 98th Avenue between Edes Avenue and San Leandro Street should've planned for the detour and allowed extra travel time. Officials said riders should check for service updates, though they didn't specify how long the disruption would last. Moovit provides real-time updates for AC Transit routes throughout the East Bay.
