WMATA Adjusts Bus Stops for Utility Work

WMATA closes westbound stop at Minnesota Avenue NE for utility work through May 15

WMATA Closes Bus Stop for Utility Work

Riders who catch the C33 or D20 bus at Minnesota Avenue NE and Benning Road will need to use different stops starting Monday. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced a temporary closure of the westbound bus stop at that location, affecting two routes during weekday daytime hours. The closure runs through May 15 to accommodate utility work in the area.

Utility Work Drives Month-Long Closure

The stop closure is necessary to allow contractors to complete utility infrastructure work along the Minnesota Avenue corridor, transit officials said. WMATA typically coordinates such closures with utility companies and construction projects to minimize disruption while ensuring worker safety. The agency didn't specify which utility company is conducting the work or what type of infrastructure is being installed or repaired. Transit agencies across the country regularly accommodate utility work that affects street-level bus operations, often requiring temporary stop relocations.

Alternative Stops Designated at Station

Riders will use different bus bays at Minnesota Avenue Station during the closure period. C33 passengers should board at Bus Bay B, stop ID #1002995, while D20 riders will use Bus Bay K, stop ID #1003215. The closure affects only the westbound stop with ID #1000988 and will be in effect daily from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Service at the stop will operate normally outside those hours, officials said.

Closure Runs Through Mid-May

The temporary stop closure begins Monday, April 13, 2026, and continues through Friday, May 15, 2026. The daily closure window runs from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, meaning morning rush hour and evening commutes will be partially affected. Officials didn't say whether the closure might be extended if utility work takes longer than expected.

Riders Should Plan for Station Stops

Passengers who regularly use the affected stop should add a few extra minutes to their commute to reach the alternative bus bays at Minnesota Avenue Station. Both replacement stops are located at the Metro station, which offers shelter and real-time arrival information. Riders can check Moovit for updated stop locations and real-time bus arrival information during the closure period.