WMATA Adjusts M60 Service for Construction Work
M60 bus stop at Merwood Dr closes March 16 for four months of construction work
M60 Bus Stop Closes for Construction Work
Riders using the M60 bus route on New Hampshire Ave will need to walk to a different stop starting next week. WMATA announced the northbound stop at Merwood Dr will close March 16 for construction work that'll last four months. The closure affects stop #2000095, with riders directed to board at Kingwood Dr instead.
Four-Month Construction Project
The stop closure runs from Monday, March 16, 2026, through Thursday, July 16, 2026, transit officials said. Construction work in the area requires the temporary closure of the northbound stop only. Southbound service at the location isn't affected by the work. WMATA didn't specify what type of construction necessitates the closure or whether it's related to roadway improvements, utility work, or other infrastructure projects.
Alternative Stop One Block Away
Passengers will use the northbound stop at New Hampshire Ave and Kingwood Dr during the closure period. The alternative stop serves the same M60 route with regular boarding and alighting available. Officials didn't provide the exact distance between the closed stop at Merwood Dr and the temporary stop at Kingwood Dr, though both are located on New Hampshire Ave. The agency said the nearby location should minimize disruption for regular riders.
Changes Take Effect Next Week
The stop closure begins Monday, March 16, with the alternative stop at Kingwood Dr available immediately. WMATA advised customers to plan trips accordingly and allow extra travel time to reach the temporary boarding location. Officials said riders should check for updates as the construction project progresses, though they didn't indicate whether the July 16 end date could change based on construction progress.
Service Information Available
Regular M60 riders should expect to walk slightly farther to catch northbound buses during the four-month closure period. WMATA recommends customers sign up for MetroAlerts to receive service updates throughout the construction period. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and service alerts for WMATA routes, helping riders track M60 buses and plan trips using the temporary stop location.
