WMATA Adjusts C41 Stop for Construction Work
WMATA relocates C41, C51 bus stop on Potomac Ave SE for construction through June 22
WMATA Moves C41 Bus Stop on Potomac Ave for Work
Riders using the northbound bus stop at Potomac Avenue, SE at 14th Street will need to board at a different location starting Monday. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced the temporary relocation affects stop #1000565, where C41 and C51 buses pick up passengers. Construction work in the area requires the change, which'll last until June 22, officials said.
Construction Prompts Two-Month Stop Relocation
The temporary stop relocation is necessary to accommodate construction work along Potomac Avenue, SE, according to WMATA. The agency said the move ensures worker safety while maintaining bus service for the neighborhood. Officials didn't specify what type of construction is taking place or which entity is performing the work. Transit agencies typically relocate stops when roadwork, utility projects, or building construction blocks access to regular boarding areas.
Temporary Stop Located Near Elementary School
During the relocation period, riders should board and exit buses at a temporary stop on Potomac Avenue, SE adjacent to Chamberlain Elementary School. WMATA said the temporary location will be clearly marked for customer convenience. The agency didn't provide the exact distance between the original and temporary stops. Officials said both C41 and C51 routes will use the relocated stop through the end of the construction period.
Relocation Runs April 20 Through June 22
The temporary stop goes into effect Monday, April 20, 2026, and will remain in place until Monday, June 22, 2026, WMATA confirmed. That's a nine-week period during which riders'll need to use the alternate boarding location. Officials said they expect the original stop to reopen once construction work is completed, though they didn't specify whether that'll happen immediately on June 22 or require additional time for site restoration.
Riders Should Plan Extra Time for Boarding
Customers should plan their trips accordingly and allow extra time for boarding at the temporary location, WMATA said. The agency encourages passengers to sign up for MetroAlerts to receive service information updates. Riders can also check Moovit for real-time bus locations and schedule information during the temporary stop relocation. Officials said bus service will continue with minimal disruption throughout the construction period.
