WMATA Adjusts Nebraska Ave Service for Construction

WMATA closes Nebraska Ave stop April 6-10 for construction, routes C81, C85, C87 affected

WMATA Closes Nebraska Ave Bus Stop April 6-10

Riders using three WMATA bus routes on Nebraska Avenue NW will need to find alternate stops during a five-day construction closure starting Monday. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced the southbound stop at Nebraska Avenue and Ingomar Place will be closed April 6-10, 2026, affecting routes C81, C85, and C87. The stop, identified as #1002644, won't be accessible from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM each day during the closure period.

Construction Work Prompts Temporary Closure

The closure is necessary to accommodate construction work in the area, transit officials said. WMATA typically coordinates with local construction projects to minimize disruptions while ensuring worker safety and project completion. The agency didn't specify what type of construction is taking place or which entity is managing the work. Such temporary closures are common in urban transit systems when roadwork, utility repairs, or building projects require access to sidewalks or curb lanes where bus stops are located.

Two Alternative Stops Available Nearby

Passengers can use two nearby stops during the closure: Nebraska Avenue at Nevada Avenue NW (stop #1002658) and Nebraska Avenue at Connecticut Avenue NW (stop #1002598). Both alternative stops serve the same three routes affected by the closure. The distance between these stops and the closed location wasn't specified by WMATA. Officials said riders should allow extra time for their trips and plan to walk to the alternate stops. The agency typically posts signage at closed stops directing passengers to nearby alternatives.

Closure Runs Through Friday Morning Rush

The stop closure begins Monday, April 6, 2026, and continues through Friday, April 10, 2026. Each day, the stop will be inaccessible from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, meaning morning and midday riders will be affected but evening commuters should have normal service restored. Officials didn't say whether the stop will reopen permanently after April 10 or if additional closure days might be needed. WMATA encourages passengers to sign up for MetroAlerts to receive real-time service updates.

Riders Should Plan Alternate Routes

The closure affects a key stop on Nebraska Avenue NW, a corridor serving residential neighborhoods in Northwest Washington. Passengers who regularly use stop #1002644 should identify which alternative stop works best for their trips before Monday. Officials said riders can check current bus locations and receive real-time updates through Moovit, which provides live tracking for all WMATA routes. The agency said it aims to minimize inconvenience during the construction period while maintaining safety for both passengers and workers.