WMATA Adjusts C81 Service for Kennedy St Work
Two C81 bus stops at Kennedy Street and 14th Street NW close March 26 through May 26
WMATA C81 Closes Kennedy St Stops for 2 Months
Two bus stops on Washington's C81 route will close for two months starting March 26 as construction work begins on Kennedy Street NW. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced the closure affects stops at Kennedy Street and 14th Street, with riders directed to alternate locations at Kennedy Street and Georgia Avenue. The project runs through May 26, 2026.
Construction Project Impacts Kennedy Street Corridor
The Kennedy Street Project requires temporary closure of two stops serving the C81 line—stop IDs #1002607 and #1003004—both located at Kennedy Street and 14th Street NW. Transit officials said the construction work is part of infrastructure improvements along the corridor. The two-month timeline reflects the scope of work needed in the area. WMATA didn't provide specific details about what construction activities will take place during the closure period.
Alternate Stops Available at Georgia Avenue
Eastbound C81 riders can use stop #1002602 at Kennedy Street NW and Georgia Avenue, while westbound passengers should use stop #1002610 at the same intersection, according to WMATA. Both alternate stops are located west of the closed stops. Transit officials said the alternate locations will accommodate all C81 service during the closure period. The agency didn't specify the walking distance between the closed stops and the temporary alternatives.
Two-Month Closure Runs Through Late May
The stop closures take effect March 26, 2026, and continue through May 26, 2026. WMATA said riders should plan trips accordingly and allow extra travel time during the two-month period. The agency apologized for inconvenience caused by the temporary closure. Officials didn't say whether the project timeline could extend beyond the scheduled May 26 completion date.
Riders Advised to Plan for Service Changes
C81 passengers affected by the closure should expect to walk to alternate stops during the construction period. WMATA encouraged customers to sign up for MetroAlerts for service updates throughout the project. Transit officials said riders can check real-time bus locations and plan trips around the temporary stop changes. Moovit provides real-time C81 updates and alternate route planning for Washington-area transit riders.
