WMATA Adjusts A12 Service for Construction Work

WMATA closes Route A12 stop at S Walter Reed Dr for 12 hours on March 21 for construction

WMATA A12 Stop Closes March 21 for Construction

Route A12 riders heading toward Hunting Point will need to board at a different stop on March 21, when WMATA temporarily closes the southbound bus stop at S Walter Reed Dr at Columbia Pk. The closure runs from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM due to construction work in the area, transit officials said. Passengers should use the stop at S Walter Reed Dr at 9th St S as an alternative during the 12-hour closure.

Construction Work Prompts One-Day Closure

The temporary closure affects stop ID 6000238, which serves southbound Route A12 buses traveling toward Hunting Point. WMATA announced the closure to accommodate construction work along the corridor, though officials didn't specify what type of construction is taking place. Transit agencies typically coordinate with local jurisdictions and contractors to minimize service disruptions during infrastructure projects. The closure is limited to a single Saturday, when ridership patterns often differ from weekday commute periods.

Alternative Stop Located Two Blocks Away

During the closure, passengers can board Route A12 at the southbound stop on S Walter Reed Dr at 9th St S, designated as stop ID 6000261. The alternative stop is located approximately two blocks from the closed location. Officials said the temporary stop will serve all scheduled Route A12 trips during the closure period. WMATA didn't provide information about whether additional signage will be posted at the closed stop to direct passengers to the alternative location, though transit agencies typically place notices at affected stops during temporary closures.

Normal Service Resumes Saturday Evening

The closure takes effect at 7:00 AM on Saturday, March 21, 2026, and normal service at the S Walter Reed Dr at Columbia Pk stop is expected to resume after 7:00 PM the same day. Officials said the one-day closure is designed to minimize impact on regular commuters. WMATA encourages passengers to allow extra time for travel and to plan their trips accordingly on the affected date.

Riders Can Track Service Changes Through Alerts

Route A12 passengers should expect normal service at all stops before and after the March 21 closure period. WMATA officials said riders can sign up for MetroAlerts to receive service information and updates about future changes. Moovit provides real-time bus tracking and service alerts for WMATA routes, helping riders navigate temporary stop closures and plan alternative routes when construction or other disruptions affect regular service.